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National University of Kaohsiung and Chulalongkorn University Celebrate Over 13 Years of Collaboration – CU-TFL Thai Proficiency Test Recognized for Its Authority and Credibility, Attracts Large Numbers of Examinees

The National University of Kaohsiung and Chulalongkorn University have celebrated over 13 years of collaboration in holding the CU-TFL Thai Proficiency Test. 001Image
The National University of Kaohsiung and Chulalongkorn University have celebrated over 13 years of collaboration in holding the CU-TFL Thai Proficiency Test. 001
The National University of Kaohsiung and Chulalongkorn University have celebrated over 13 years of collaboration in holding the CU-TFL Thai Proficiency Test. 002Image
The National University of Kaohsiung and Chulalongkorn University have celebrated over 13 years of collaboration in holding the CU-TFL Thai Proficiency Test. 002
The National University of Kaohsiung and Chulalongkorn University have celebrated over 13 years of collaboration in holding the CU-TFL Thai Proficiency Test. 003Image
The National University of Kaohsiung and Chulalongkorn University have celebrated over 13 years of collaboration in holding the CU-TFL Thai Proficiency Test. 003
The National University of Kaohsiung and Chulalongkorn University have celebrated over 13 years of collaboration in holding the CU-TFL Thai Proficiency Test. 004Image
The National University of Kaohsiung and Chulalongkorn University have celebrated over 13 years of collaboration in holding the CU-TFL Thai Proficiency Test. 004
The National University of Kaohsiung and Chulalongkorn University have celebrated over 13 years of collaboration in holding the CU-TFL Thai Proficiency Test. 005Image
The National University of Kaohsiung and Chulalongkorn University have celebrated over 13 years of collaboration in holding the CU-TFL Thai Proficiency Test. 005

 

【Text and Photos: Wen-Yen Liu, Language Center; Edited by: Public Affairs Section】

【Translator： Ya-Hsin Wan】

【Promotion of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) series】

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2025-04-25 In line with the national New Southbound Policy, National University of Kaohsiung (NUK) has maintained a long-term collaboration with the Sirindhorn Thai Language Center of Chulalongkorn University in Thailand to administer the officially recognized Thai language proficiency test, CU-TFL. Known for its high level of professionalism and international credibility, the test was recently held for the 13th time, attracting candidates from central and northern Taiwan, including Yilan. The examination was successfully completed. As in previous years, a second session will be held in late October. Those interested are encouraged to visit the NUK Language Center website for more information.

The Language Center at the National University of Kaohsiung (NUK) is responsible for administering the CU-TFL exam. Center Director Chih-Wen Chen stated that “Chulalongkorn University” is regarded as the cradle of higher education in Thailand, with its origins dating back to 1899—its prestige and standing speak for themselves. Since 2016, NUK has partnered with the university’s Sirindhorn Thai Language Institute to hold the CU-TFL (Chulalongkorn University Proficiency Test of Thai as a Foreign Language) annually without interruption. This year’s exam was held on April 19–20.

The CU-TFL is specifically designed for non-native Thai speakers and assesses four key language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. The test is divided into five proficiency levels: Basic, Intermediate, Good, Excellent, and Superior. All exam questions are carefully developed by the Sirindhorn Thai Language Institute at Chulalongkorn University, with official supervision throughout the testing process. As one of the most authoritative Thai language proficiency exams, the CU-TFL is widely recognized and trusted by major educational institutions and businesses for its rigor and credibility.

To ensure the security and quality control of the exam materials, Chulalongkorn University, as per tradition, dispatched a team to personally escort the test papers to the National University of Kaohsiung. Mrs. T. Anisa and Miss Sophidtha accompanied the team, serving as proctors and oral examiners. Together with Language Center Director Chih-Wen Chen and Thai language advisor Wan-Ling Pan, they jointly carried out the opening and supervision of the examination process, demonstrating the high level of importance and strict standards upheld for the CU-TFL proficiency test.

Chih-Wen Chen observed that with the steady advancement of Taiwan’s New Southbound Policy, interactions with Southeast Asian countries in the fields of education, culture, and trade have become increasingly frequent, sparking a growing domestic interest in learning ASEAN languages. In support of this national initiative, the Language Center at the National University of Kaohsiung continues to provide language certification exams aligned with international standards, along with related learning resources. For more information, please visit the official website: http://lc.nuk.edu.tw/

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