Test of Proficiency in Korean (TOPIK) in the UK
Objective
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.
Eligibility
Non-Koreans and overseas Koreans whose native language is not Korean
TOPIK Dates in the UK 2025
- The 99th TOPIK : 12 April 2025 (UK application : 6 January ~ 2 February 2025)
- The 102nd TOPIK : 18 October 2025 (UK application : July 2025)
Test Fees
- TOPIK I : £50
- TOPIK II : £60
Test Venues
- London : Westminster Kingsway College – Victoria Centre
- Sheffield : University of Sheffield
- Preston : University of Central Lancashire
- York : York St. John University
- Bristol : University of Bristol
**The detailed addresses will be updated closer to the exam date.**
**Exam venues are subject to change and will be confirmed closer to the exam date.**
Application information
Application guidelines will be available soon via the following link:
2025 UK The 99th TOPIK Application
Level and Grade
- Level of Examination : TOPIK I, TOPIK II
- Evaluation Grade : 6 grades (1st ~ 6th grades)
*The evaluation is based on the total scores
| Level / Grade |
TOPIK I | TOPIK II | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2nd | 3rd | 4th | 5th | 6th | |
| Total Scores | Over 80 | Over 140 | Over 120 | Over 150 | Over 190 | Over 230 |
Structure of Questions
|
Level |
Period |
Test Area/Time |
Type |
No. of Question |
Scoring |
Total Scores |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
TOPIKⅠ (1st~2nd grades) |
Period 1 |
Listening (40min) |
multiple-choice question |
30 |
100 |
200 |
|
Reading (60min) |
multiple-choice question |
40 |
100 |
|||
|
TOPIKⅡ (3rd~6th grades) |
Period 1 |
Listening (60min) |
multiple-choice question |
50 |
100 |
300 |
|
Writing (50min) |
short-answer question |
4 |
100 |
|||
|
Period 2 |
Reading (70min) |
multiple-choice question |
50 |
100 |
Special Exam Arrangements
If you would like to apply for special exam arrangements, you should submit the following form and supporting documents while you complete the online TOPIK application form :
- Application Form for Special Services for Disabled Applicants
- Supporting document : Certification of Disability from NHS OR Doctor’s written diagnosis
Please note :
- Late applications will not be considered.
- The special arrangements are not guaranteed as it will be considered by the TOPIK head office under the international TOPIK policy.
TOPIK Past Papers
Visit the official TOPIK website for the past papers.
TOPIK official website
Get in touch
For more information please feel free to contact The Korean Education Centre in the UK