Test of Proficiency in the Korean Language (TOPIK)

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This examination aims to set the right Korean Language learning path for overseas Koreans and foreigners who do not speak Korean as their mother tongue and promote the use of the Korean language. The result of the evaluation can also be used for local university applications as well as employment purposes. 

Who are eligible to take 'TOPIK' 
1. Overseas Koreans and foreigners who do not speak Korean as their mother tongue 
2. Those learning the Korean language and those with intentions to apply to local universities. 
3. Those with an intention to join/work for domestic/overseas Korean companies and public organizations. 
4. Koreans who study or graduated overseas. 

The validity of ‘TOPIK’ :Valid for two(2) years after the announcement of examination results. 

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Administrator 
National Institute for International Education (NIIED), Ministry of Education. 
Usability of examination 
1. University admission and academic management of foreign Korean Government Scholars. 
2. Local university admission for foreigners and overseas Koreans who have completed 12 years of education abroad. 
3. Obtaining a working visa for those who want to be employed at Korean companies, and serving as a standard for selecting and managing the employees. 
4. Recognizing domestic practitioner licenses for foreigners with medical doctor qualifications. 
5. Application for the Korean Language Teaching Qualification test (levels 2 and 3) and acquisition of a certificate. 
6.  Acquisition of permanent residency rights. 
7.  Application for the issuance of a marriage-based immigrant visa. 

For more information about TOPIK, please go to TOPIK - click OR Korean Embassy Sydney or Korean School WA: 0402796959

Test Center: Perth: Korean School of Western Australia: Mount Lawley Senior High School, 65 Woodsome St Mt Lawley WA