The International Diploma in Bilingual Communication (IDBC) was introduced in 2005 as the revised version of the Final Diploma in English and Chinese (FDEC) to meet the growing need for a professional, high-level qualification in English and Chinese.
It is a first degree level equivalent qualification for those who need to demonstrate a high level of bilingual competence using English and Chinese in a professional context.
To register for IDBC 2008 (4th – 7th November) in Hong Kong please contact :
International and Professional Examinations Division
Information Sheet View the IDBC Information Sheet (PDF, 18kb) which includes regulations, entry criteria, exam outline, exam dates and information on how to register for the upcoming session.
Handbook The IDBC Handbook 2006 (PDF, 140kb) includes detailed information about the examination format, criteria, topic areas, regulations and other.
General Links & Resources We endeavour to provide adequate links and resources to support candidates. Relevant information will be added in due course and following the pilot.
Candidate Registration and Examination Process
The following section explains how to enrol for an examination and what happens afterwards. The registration and examination process consists of the following four (4) simple steps:
You can also, download all relevant documents from the Materials & Publications section or alternatively, you can request to have copies sent to you by post (Tel: 0207 940 3163).
2. Application
Complete and submit your IDBC Entry Card including payment details within the specified registration deadline by post or in person to:
Address International and Professional Examinations Division
Hong Kong Examinations and Assessment Authority
3/F, 17 Tseuk Luk Street San Po Kong Kowloon Hong Kong
Registration for the 2008 IDBC will close on Friday 19 September 2008.
3. The Results
Results of examinations will be sent to individual candidates no later than twelve weeks after the examination, directly from the Chartered Institute of Linguists in the United Kingdom.
4. Certificates
Certificates and Letters of Credit/Unit Certificates will be sent to your Examination Centre (apart from those for candidates at the IoL Open Centre) within two (2) months after the results have been issued.
Your certificate will then be sent and/or awarded to you from your Examination Centre.*
* For further information regarding the examination procedures and regulations please refer to the Candidate Regulations.