HSK

[outcast]

I was wondering, lets say that I take the HSK and get a band 4, but want a higher mark, am I allowed to retake it the next year?

[Long Pan]

Yes, as many times as you want. But be careful because it seems that starting from 2008, the new HSK (which has a writting part) will replace the current "old" one. So maybe it is wise to secure the November last "old" test, as you can find many books & samples to prepare it - which is not the case for the new test.

[kdavid]

Does anyone know what the "new" test will be like? How is the format different? Are all of my current HSK study books about to become obsolete?

[DrZero]

Will it require writing by hand?

[muyongshi]

Will it require writing by hand?

Can you tell me some other way to "write"? Yes it is a hand written essay

Does anyone know what the "new" test will be like? How is the format different? Are all of my current HSK study books about to become obsolete?

The new format is pretty much the same as the advanced format and people have already been taking it as part of their trial period. Your current tools will only become partially obsolete. I cannot remember what they are taking out (if anything). But the test will be very similar to it's current form.

[DrZero]

Can you tell me some other way to "write"? Yes it is a hand written essay

With a computer. Do you assume that every time Stephen King "writes" a novel he does it by hand?

[outcast]

So the new intermediate exam will have an essay question and what else?

EDIT: Better question, where can I find more info on this change?

[muyongshi]

I keep meaning to go find it myself but haven't had a chance yet. it would be the HSK website where they would list all that stuff.

[outcast]

谢谢大家