Chapter 1: Understanding the Graduate Master/Mistress Role and Career Path
Clarify the duties, working environment, career progression, and public service nature of a Graduate Master in Hong Kong secondary schools.
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1. Before preparing for any Graduate Master / Mistress exam or interview, which single document must you check first?
The latest official vacancy notice on the Civil Service Bureau website. It controls entry requirements, test formats and deadlines. Do not rely on old screenshots or summaries.
2. Is a pass in the Basic Law and National Security Law Test (BLNST) required for Graduate Master / Mistress appointment?
Yes. A BLNST pass result is an entry requirement for all civil service jobs, including teaching posts in public sector schools.
3. What is the scope of the BLNST for teachers?
The Basic Law, including all annexes, instruments, attachments and appendices, and the National Security Law.
4. Are the written and speaking assessments formerly known as LPAT/LPA still available for new teachers?
No. From the 2024/25 school year, the Education Bureau and HKEAA ceased offering these assessments. Current language proficiency requirements (LPR), Classroom Language Assessment (CLA) and exemption routes should be checked on the EDB website.
5. If you fail or are absent from the digitalised BLNST, how long must you wait before rebooking?
A three-month suspension period applies after an absence or failure before you can book again.
6. What is the passing threshold for the degree/professional BLNST?
At least 10 correct answers out of 20 multiple-choice questions in a 30-minute bilingual test.
7. You hold a teaching degree and want to apply for a Graduate Master / Mistress post. Besides BLNST, what language evidence might the vacancy notice require?
It may require meeting the Language Proficiency Requirement (LPR), Classroom Language Assessment (CLA) results, or recognised exemption qualifications. Always confirm against the current vacancy notice and EDB guidelines.
8. Name two core values from the Civil Service Code that a Graduate Master / Mistress should uphold in a public-sector school.
Examples include upholding constitutional order and national security, people-oriented service, dedication to duty, rule of law, integrity, political neutrality, professionalism, and accountability for performance.
9. A parent strongly disagrees with a school rule and demands an exception for their child. How should you respond in line with public service values?
Listen respectfully, explain the rule's rationale and the public interest it serves (e.g., fairness, safety), and follow school procedures. Do not grant unauthorised exceptions. Escalate if needed while maintaining integrity and accountability.
10. You suspect a colleague has accessed a student's personal data without a work reason. Which ordinance applies and what should you do?
The Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance applies. You should report your concern through the school's internal channels or to the Privacy Commissioner, following data protection principles on use and security. Do not investigate alone or ignore it.
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Chapter 2: Selection Roadmap and Application Essentials
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- 1. Why do you want to apply for Graduate Master / Mistress, and what public value does the role serve?
- 2. Describe a time you handled pressure while keeping accuracy and integrity.
- 3. How would you respond if an applicant, user or member of the public strongly disagreed with a rule?
- 4. What official source would you check before confirming the exam requirements for Graduate Master / Mistress?
- 5. Give one recent Hong Kong public issue relevant to this role and explain the trade-off.
- 6. If a teammate made a procedural mistake, how would you protect service quality and fairness?
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This free practice test contains 30 original questions written for the Graduate Master / Mistress Guide route. It measures role knowledge, judgement and the topics found in this guide. It is independent preparation content rather than an official government paper. Use the first four instant explanations to learn the format, then complete the remaining questions without answer hints for a more useful diagnostic. Your final email-unlocked report identifies every correct and incorrect response, shows the detailed explanation and records the topic that needs more revision.