British Sign Language (BSL)

Date:30/09/2025Day:Tuesday
Time:7pm-9pmDuration:15 weeks
Delivery:ClassroomCost:£250

 

Date:24/02/2026Day:Tuesday
Time:7pm -9pmDuration15 weeks
Delivery:ClassroomCost:£250

About the course

This course teaches learners to communicate with deaf people in British Sign Language on a range of topics that involve simple, everyday language use. The course is suitable for learners who want to learn basic language skills to communicate simple conversations with deaf people; want to learn new language skills; want to progress to further courses and/or employment using BSL in the future; are studying for personal development or are parents, family, friends or colleagues of deaf people.

Sessions will include a range of activities, including signing techniques and opportunities to practise.

Entry requirements

This course can be taken without any previous BSL experience.
Applicants must have sufficient sight, manual dexterity, facial and body movement to produce and receive BSL.

Delivery

Learners will attend weekly lessons in college. This course may incorporate an element of live remote lessons where appropriate. It is recommended that you have access to a PC, laptop or other suitable device.

Learners also benefit from access to the college library during our evening opening times, including computers, study stations, print-based and electronic learning materials, printers and scanners.

 

How to apply

If you wish to apply, please click here or call or email us if you have any questions on 01403 216597 or  adulted@collyers.ac.uk.

Induction

Students must attend a college induction on the first evening of the course.

Fees

Course fees are the same for all students – there are no concessions available. The full fee of £250 is due at the point of booking.

For further details see our Fees and Funding page.