The University Entrance and High School Graduation Examinations will take place from June 27 to June 30. Besides choosing and reviewing study materials, test-takers also need to be well-informed about other important details surrounding this significant event, such as the exam schedule and regulations.
1. Official Schedule for the 2023 University Entrance and High School Graduation Examinations
In 2023, the University Entrance and High School Graduation Examinations will be held earlier than in previous years. Therefore, test-takers need to be aware of the schedule to prepare and perform at their best during the exams.
Official Schedule for the 2023 University Entrance and High School Graduation Examinations
2. Regulations for the 2023 University Entrance and High School Graduation Examinations
Essentially, the regulations for the 2023 University Entrance Examinations will remain similar to those of 2022. However, some adjustments will be made to align with the 2022-2023 academic year.
This year’s exams aim to assess test-takers’ abilities, qualities, and creativity. Specifically, the Literature and History exams will be modified to enhance students’ creative skills.
Additionally, innovations in technology will be implemented, allowing test-takers to register for the University Entrance and High School Graduation Examinations online.
Regulations for the 2023 University Entrance and High School Graduation Examinations
For further reference: comprehensive and accurate information.
3. What Documents Are Required for the 2023 University Entrance and High School Graduation Examinations?
The necessary documents for the 2023 University Entrance Examinations are a significant concern for test-takers. Understanding what to prepare is crucial, and the required documents may vary slightly between current high school students and independent candidates.
For high school students in grade 12, the following documents are needed for the High School Graduation Examinations:
- 02 identical Registration Forms;
- Original or certified copy of high school transcripts or continuing education transcripts at the high school level, or a check sheet for self-study students in continuing education, issued by the principal of the secondary school;
- Valid certificates for preferential treatment or incentives (if any);
- Copy of Household Registration Book to receive preferential treatment related to permanent residence;
- 02 4×6 cm photos.
Required Documents for the 2023 University Entrance and High School Graduation Examinations
For independent candidates, who have completed high school in previous years but have not yet passed the graduation exams or have taken the exams but did not graduate, the following additional documents are required:
- Confirmation letter from the secondary school where the candidate attended grade 12 or where they registered for the exams, regarding academic performance for students with a “poor” rating;
- Copy of Lower Secondary School Graduation Certificate;
- Confirmation letter for reserved scores (if any) issued by the principal of the secondary school where the candidate previously took the exams.
What Documents Are Required for the 2023 University Entrance and High School Graduation Examinations?
4. Registration Process for the 2023 University Entrance and High School Graduation Examinations
The official registration period for the 2023 University Entrance and High School Graduation Examinations is from May 4, 2023, to 5:00 PM on May 13, 2023. For grade 12 students, registration for the High School Graduation Examinations will be conducted online through the Ministry of Education and Training’s exam management system at their respective high schools.
During the registration period, test-takers will log in to the accounts provided by their schools and fill out the graduation exam registration forms.
As for independent candidates, they will register directly at the locations specified by the local Department of Education and Training. After submitting the registration forms, the candidates’ data will be entered into the exam management system, and they will be provided with online accounts to complete and verify their information, similar to grade 12 students.
Registration Process for the 2023 University Entrance and High School Graduation Examinations
5. Structure of the 2023 High School Graduation Examinations
Structure of the Mathematics Examination for the 2023 High School Graduation Examinations
Each exam will consist of 50 questions, including 45 questions covering grade 12 curriculum and 5 questions related to grade 11 material.
There will be 24 different versions of the exam, with four official versions. The majority of the questions will be based on the grade 12 curriculum.
Structure of the Literature Examination for the 2023 High School Graduation Examinations
- Reading Comprehension (3 points): The exam will present a sample text and ask questions of varying difficulty levels, requiring test-takers to address issues arising from the provided text.
- Writing (7 points): This section will include two questions: one on social commentary and the other on literary commentary.
Structure of the Foreign Language Examination for the 2023 High School Graduation Examinations
The exam will comprise 50 questions, covering familiar topics such as phonology, vocabulary completion, passage completion, conversational situations, synonyms and antonyms, error identification, sentence equivalence, and reading comprehension.
Structure of the 2023 High School Graduation Examinations
6. Frequently Asked Questions About the 2023 University Entrance and High School Graduation Examinations
How many days are left until the 2023 University Entrance and High School Graduation Examinations?
As of April 27, 2023, test-takers have 60 days, or exactly two months, until the official exam dates. This year’s graduation exams will be held about a week earlier compared to the previous year (the 2022 High School Graduation Examinations took place on July 7 and 8).
Where will the 2023 University Entrance and High School Graduation Examinations be held?
In Ho Chi Minh City, there will be 148 exam sites, including:
- A cluster managed by Ho Chi Minh City Pedagogical University (24 exam sites in Districts 1, 3, 5, and 11): For test-takers from Ho Chi Minh City, Long An, Ba Ria – Vung Tau, and independent candidates (who submitted their applications at the representative office of the Ministry of Education and Training in Ho Chi Minh City).
- A cluster managed by Vietnam National University, Ho Chi Minh City (26 exam sites in Districts 1, 5, 10, Binh Thanh, and Tan Binh): For test-takers from Ho Chi Minh City, Dong Nai, and independent candidates.
- A cluster managed by Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology (18 exam sites in Go Vap District): For test-takers from Ho Chi Minh City, Binh Phuoc, and independent candidates.
- A cluster managed by Ho Chi Minh City University of Technical Education (14 exam sites in Thu Duc and District 9): For test-takers from Ho Chi Minh City, Dong Nai, and independent candidates.
- A cluster managed by Saigon University (21 exam sites in Districts 3, 5, 6, and 8): For test-takers from Ho Chi Minh City, Long An, Ba Ria – Vung Tau, and independent candidates.
- A cluster managed by Ton Duc Thang University (14 exam sites in Districts 7 and 8): For test-takers from Ho Chi Minh City, Binh Thuan, Long An, and independent candidates.
- A cluster managed by Ho Chi Minh City Medicine and Pharmacy University (18 exam sites in Districts 5, 6, 10, Phu Nhuan, and Binh Tan): For test-takers from Ho Chi Minh City, Binh Duong, and independent candidates.
- A cluster managed by Ho Chi Minh City University of Food Industry (12 exam sites in Binh Tan and Tan Phu Districts): For test-takers from Ho Chi Minh City, Tay Ninh, and independent candidates.
In Hanoi, there will be 181 exam sites located at high schools and junior high schools in the area. Can Tho City has announced 24 exam sites at local high schools, along with 9 backup sites.
In other provinces and cities, most test-takers will be assigned to exam sites at local high schools.
Where can I find sample exams for the 2023 High School Graduation Examinations?
What is the Ability Assessment Examination, and can it be used for university admission?
The Ability Assessment Examination is designed to evaluate essential skills of test-takers before they enter university.
The exam will be 120 minutes long and consist of 150 questions covering various skills, including language (Vietnamese and English), mathematics, logical thinking, data analysis, and problem-solving (chemistry, physics, biology, geography, and history).
The Ability Assessment Examination expands opportunities for test-takers to get into their desired universities, as some institutions have started accepting its results as part of their admission criteria. Additionally, the exam provides valuable insights into students’ abilities.
What items are allowed in the exam room for the 2023 High School Graduation Examinations?
To prepare adequately for the exams, test-takers should be aware of what they can bring into the exam room. It is best to avoid bringing any items other than those listed below to comply with the exam regulations. Allowed items include:
- National ID card/Citizenship ID card or valid passport
- Examinee card
- Ink pens, pencils, compasses, erasers, rulers, and specialized rulers (such as angle measures, eke, parabolic rulers), and calculating rulers.
- Basic calculators without text editing capabilities or memory cards. Acceptable calculator models include: Casio FX 570MS, FX 570ES Plus, and FX 570VN Plus, FX 500MS, FX 500VN Plus, FX 580 VNX; VinaCal 500MS, 570MS, 570ES Plus, 570ES Plus II, 570EX Plus, 680EX Plus; Catel NT CAVIET NT-570ES Plus II, NT-570ES Plus, NT-500MS, NT-500ES Plus, NT-570VN Plus, NT-580EX; Thien Long FX590VN Flexio; Deli 1710, D991ES
- Audio and video recording devices capable of capturing information but not transmitting or receiving data.
- Vietnamese Atlas published by the Vietnam Education Publishing House (for the Geography exam), without any additional markings or notes.
- Watches and water in transparent bottles.
Where can I find sample exams for the 2023 High School Graduation Examinations?
On March 1, 2023, the Ministry of Education and Training released sample exams for the 2023 High School Graduation Examinations to provide test-takers with an idea of the structure and content of the actual exams.
For further reference: List of permitted items for the 2023 High School Graduation Examinations
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