2017 Test of Proficiency in Korean (TOPIK)
The TOPIK, Test of Proficiency in Korean, is a written test designed to measure the ability of non-native speakers for expression and comprehension in the Korean language.
1. Test Information
1) Date: April 15, 2017 (Saturday) 09:40AM~04:20PM
2) Time
Section
|
Session
|
Subject
|
Ready
|
Start
|
Finish
|
Duration
|
TOPIK I (Level 1~2)
|
1st period
|
Listening/Reading
|
09:10
|
09:40
|
11:20
|
100 min.
|
TOPIK II (Level 3~6)
|
1st period
|
Listening /Writing
|
12:20
|
12:50
|
14:40
|
110 min.
|
2nd period
|
Reading
|
15:00
|
15:10
|
16:20
|
70 min.
|
2. Location :16 locations(Detail address attached)
3. Eligibility: Non-Koreans and overseas Koreans whose native language is not Korean.
4. Application Details
1) Application Deadline: February 1st (Wed), 2017
*Mail-in applications will be accepted if received before Feb 1st (Wed).
2) Submission: Houston Korean Education Center (1990 Post Oak Blvd. #750, Houston, TX 77056)
3) Application Fee: $20 (Check pay to Houston Korean Education Center)
*Fee will not be refund in any condition
4) How to apply: Mail or in person with application
a. Through Korean Language Schools, Korean Classes at Middle and High Schools, or Universities(Korean Department)
b. You may apply individually (Directly to Houston Korean Education Center)
5) Applications without photograph (Passport photo / 3cmx4cm) will NOT be accepted.
6) Announcement of Test Results: May 25, 2017 (Mail and print at www.topik.go.kr)
5. Guideline for TOPIK
1) Bring a valid photo ID that has name and date of birth (ex- Passport or Driver’s license)
*It is not possible to take the test without a valid photo ID.(Certificate or a photocopy of your valid photo ID will not be accepted)
2) Be sure to arrive at the test center at least 30 minutes prior to the start of the test and confirm the testing room location according to the examinee number that you received.
Section
|
Session
|
Subject
|
Ready
|
Start
|
Finish
|
Duration
|
TOPIK I
(Level 1~2)
|
1st Period
|
Listening Reading
|
09:10
|
09:40
|
11:20
|
100 min.
|
TOPIK II
(Level 3~6)
|
1st Period
|
Listening/Writing
|
12:20
|
12:50
|
14:40
|
110 min.
|
2nd Period
|
Reading
|
15:00
|
15:10
|
16:20
|
70 min.
|
3) Restricted Items: Cell phone, Digital Camera, MP3, Electronic Dictionary, Calculator, Radio and any electronic devices
* If you bring cell phone, please turn it off and give it to a proctor before the first period.
* If you don’t give your cell phone to a proctor OR your cell phone rings, you cannot take the test.
* It’s not allowed to use any electronic devices during the testing period.
4) Result of Cheating
* Those found guilty of cheating are not allowed to take the exam for 2 years later the announcement of test
results.
5) Instructions for filling out the answer sheet (OMR card).
* Make sure not to damage or crumple the answer sheet.
* Please use only distributed pen for filling out the answer sheet.
* For multiple choice questions, use a broad side of the pen.
* For essay / short answer questions, use a fine side of the pen.
* For revision, correction tape will be provided.
6) The term of validity for the 52nd TOPIK result is two years from the announcement of test result.
6. For more information,
1) TOPIK Official Website: www.topik.go.kr
2) Houston Korean Education Center
a. Email: hkecsec@gmail.com
b. Tel: 731-961-4104