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A wide range of internationally recognized language tests are offered by the College through its Centre for Lifelong Learning. These include language assessment tests for French (TCF - Test de Connaissance du Français, and TFI - Test de Français International), Spanish (DELE - Diploma de Español Lengua Extranjera), Korean (KLPT-Korean Language Proficiency Test) and Putonghua (National Putonghua Proficiency Test). All language assessments were recognized by the Ministry of Education in their respective countries. The main features of the language assessment tests are highlighted as follows:
Putonghua
National Putonghua Proficiency Test (PSC) [有關詳情]/[Details]
- Approved and governed by the State Language Commission, Ministry of Education.
- Since 2000 this has become the statutory test of Putonghua competence by its inclusion in PRC Laws.
- Recognized as the standard test for Putonghua Proficiency. Attainment of Grade A or B in Level 2 is required to qualify as an instructor in Chinese or a civil servant in Mainland respectively.
- Over 12 million Mainlanders and 30,000 Hong Kong residents have taken the test.
- In the test, candidates’ ability in reading, speaking and passage recital is evaluated.
- Test is graded according to 6 grades in 3 different levels. Grade A in Level 1 is the highest score.
Korean
Korean Language Proficiency Test (KLPT) [有關詳情]/[Details]
- KLPT is approved by the Korean Language Society, a leading authority on the Korean language and culture. Internationally recognized by academic institutions and companies.
- KLPT qualification is recognized by the Ministry of Justice of Korea. Holders are eligible for employment in Korean companies.
- A total of about 500 centres in 80 different countries provide the KLPT assessment.
- Assesses the ability of non-native speakers of Korean in studies and the workplace.
- The assessment include testing one's ability to communicate in Korean in most circumstances.
French
Test de Connaissance du Français (TCF) [有關詳情]/[Details]
- Commissioned by the Education Ministry in France.
- Recognized by academic institutions in France and around the world.
- Assesses non-native speakers of French in using the language in social life, study and workplace.
- Test results provide a precise benchmark of candidates’ language ability according to the Council of Europe’s six proficiency levels. Level 6 is recognized is the highest level.
- Assesses French language skills through listening and reading, comprehension, speaking and writing skills.
Spanish
Diploma de Español Lengua Extranjera (DELE) [有關詳情]/[Details]
- DELE Preparatory Courses [download info] [download application form]
- Over 100,000 people have taken DELE exams in 290 countries.
- Recognized by official institutions of Spanish-speaking countries and corporations, chambers of commerce and educational institutions in Europe and the United States.
- Officially issued by the Instituto Cervantes on behalf of Spain’s Ministry of Education, to certify competence of non-native Spanish speakers.
- Assesses candidates’ ability to read, write, speak and understand Spanish.