Download the 60th TOPIK Test 2018 PDF+Audio +Answer keys

TOPIK (Test of Proficiency in Korean) is a language test designed to measure the ability of non-native speakers for expression and comprehension in the Korean language.

The TOPIK tests are held 5 times/ year in KOREA and 4 times /year in other countries. From 2014, the TOPIK test has changed to a new format that combines the TOPIK Intermediate with the TOPIK Advance into a single test, named as TOPIK II and the TOPIK Beginner is named as TOPIK I. 

Since then, all previous TOPIK tests are not shared publicly anymore, but 1 test/year. The most recent shared TOPIK tests are listed as follows: the 60th TOPIK test in 2018, the 52nd TOPIK test in 2017, the 47th TOPIK test in 2016,...

The 60th TOPIK test was recently published in Jan 2019, however most people have difficulty to access and download the test. Therefore, this post is published to help you download the test in a more convenient way. 

Follow the below textlinks to download the test files. KoreanTopik wishes you prepare well for the upcoming test.

1. 60th TOPIK I Test (Paper PDF +Answer keys +Audio)

2. 60th TOPIK II Test (Paper PDF +Answer keys +Audio)

3. Download the All Previous TOPIK Tests (64th, 52nd, 47th,...)

한양 한국어 Hanyang Korean 1 PDF (Textbook, Workbook, Grammar book)

Hanyang Korean is an integrated Korean language textbook for foreigners and overseas Koreans. The book was published firstly in 2008, and its newer version was released in 2014.

The Hanyang Korean book series is composed of 6 volumes covering all levels from beginner to advance.

The whole book series can be purchased through online Korean markets like Gmarket or online bookstores like Kyobook

Hanyang Korean 1 is the only ebook available among these. The ebook features a textbook, workbook, and a grammar book featuring:
- 15 chapters with 2 grammar points each chapter
- each chapter is built with a focus on specific theme
- each chapter composes of introduction, vocabulary & grammar, dialog, and skill practice
- introduction presents with a brief overview and goal of each chapter
- vocabulary and grammar presents new words and grammars with opportunity for practice
- dialog presents conversations that you can use in the real life
- skill practice emphasizes on improving 4 skills of listening, reading, speaking and writing.

You may get a free copy of the book at: 한양 한국어 Hanyang Korean 1 PDF

한양 한국어 Hanyang Korean 1 PDF

Download 한양 한국어 Hanyang Korean 1 PDF

Textbook PDF   ||  Workbook PDF  || Grammar book PDF


Hope you enjoy studying the book.

500 Basic Korean Adjectives PDF

500 Basic Korean Adjectives by Kyubyong Park is a collection of the most popular Korean adjectives. The book is considered as a helpful guide to learning Korean adjectives as well as a handy reference tool for all matters related to basic Korean adjectives.

Below is a glance of the book structure.
(If you want to see a clearer image, click on the image to see its higher resolution version.)

You may have interest in the similar book: 500 Basic Korean verbs

You can get the ebook from this link: 500 Basic Korean Adjectives PDF

Hope you find this post interesting.

How to Apply for a KIIP Test or Start from level 0 (사회통합프로그램 사전평가 신청)

How to apply for the KIIP level test or midterm test or comprehensive test (사회통합프로그램 사전평가/중간평가/종합평가 신청) 2019.

[사회통합프로그램 - KIIP] Notice: From Jan 1st 2019, when you apply for 사전평가, 중간평가, 종합평가 (Pre-test, level 4 test, level 5 test), test fee will be 30.000 won.

If you haven't had a socinet.go.kr account,visit this post to know how to create an account: 
How to register a socinet.go.kr account to join the KIIP program

If you already have a socinet.go.kr account, you want to register for a mid-term test (중간평가) or comprehensive test (종합평가), skip step 1-2 and start from step 3. 


Step 1: Visit www.socinet.go.kr, and click (1) 회원로그인 at the top right corner. Then, click (2) 사회통합프로그램 and choose (3) 단계배정

Step 2: There are 3 options that you can choose one among them.

1) Start from level 0, without taking the level-test. Click 신청 button to apply.
2) Take the level test to get your proper level. Click 신청 button to apply.
3) Visit your nearby immigration office to submit your TOPIK certificate or related documents to get your proper level assigned.

Step 3: 
- If you select the option 1 (start from level 0), you will be redirected to the my page 마이페이지, which can be accessed by clicking the 마이페이지 button at the top right corner at any time.

Now all you need to do is to wait until your application is approved. After that, you can apply for level 0 class. For details about class registration, visit this post: http://www.koreantopik.com/2018/07/how-to-register-for-kiip-class-time-and.html

- If you select the option 2 (take the level test), you will be redirected to a new page as in the below picture.

- If you want to take midterm test or comprehensive test, click (1) 사회통합프로그램 and choosing (2) 평가신청, then tick in the box (3) 동의합니다, then click (4) 신청 to move to the test registration site. (see the above picture)

Step 4: At the new webpage (https://www.kiiptest.org/soci-net.do), fill in all required information to create an account at the test site. 

Note: 
- When you fill in your address, click 주소찾기 then type your address in Korean. Then select your address from a list. 

- If you can't type Korean character, use https://translate.google.com to support you.

- After you filled in your phone number, click 인증번호 전송 (receive security number) to receive a 6-digit code on your phone to verify your information. The message will appear like this:

귀하의 휴대폰 인증번호는 613940 입니다.

Enter the code in the box, and click 인증하기 (verify). If the code is correct, you will see this message 인증을 완료하였습니다 (verification is completed).

- You can skip to select nationality 국적 and visa 체류가격, but don't forget to tick in the last box to receive information visa SMS. It is very helpful for registering the test and class later.

- Finally, click 확인 button at the end of the page to finish creating an account at the test site


Step 5: You will be redirected to the login page. Fill in your id and password 

Step 6: After signed in, you can see several options. Select 'level test' 사전평가 as below pictures, then click 'next step' 다음단계.

Step 7: 
a) Click on the available 'test date' 평가선택, 

b) select your 'test location' 평가지역 (choose the location nearest to you)

c) Pay the test fee of 30,000 won. 

'Method of payment' 결재선택  > select 'Virtual Account' 가상계좌이체 (you transfer money to a virtual account) > then click 'Pay' 결재하기, 

d) Finally 'print the receipt' 접수증 출력.

Congratulations! You have finished to apply for any KIIP test.

Step 8: Print your receipt or save it on your phone when going for testing. 

Note:

- If you already have a valid TOPIK certificate, you can visit your closest Immigration Office to apply for the KIIP Korean class without taking the level test.

- The test score will be announced after the test a week. Be sure to check your score and apply for your assigned class on time.

- You can register for a class during the registration period. For details, visit: 
Guide to register for a KIIP class on Socinet

- Your level test score is valid for maximum 2 year as long as you haven't registered for any class. That means if you can't register for a class this semester, you can still enroll in the next semester without taking the level test again.

How to register a socinet.go.kr account to join the KIIP program

How to register a socinet.go.kr account to join the KIIP program.

Step 1: Visit www.socinet.go.kr, and click 회원가입 at the top right corner:

Step 2: Tick in the boxes to accept the website terms, and then click 회원가입/Join

Step 3: Because a security issue, just click ADVANCED in your browser, and then Procced to socinet.go.kr (unsafe) to continue.

Step 4: Select your suitable options, and fill in the form.

Note:

- In the ID section, fill in your ID, and click confirm duplication, then 중복확인. If your ID is available to use, a message like this will appear “koreantopik ”이 아이디는 사용 가능합니다, if not you have to change to another ID. Finally, click the 이 아이디를 사용합니다 button to finish selecting ID.

- In Password section: your password must have at least 9 characters with mixture of character + number + special character

- Press Join to finish registering. If everything is ok, a popup saying that your registration is successful will appear “회원가입되었습니다. 로그인하십시요.”

Congratulation! You successfully created your account to join the KIIP program.