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Community Based ESOL and Modern Languages

British Sign Language Level 1

Campus Sighthill Campus

Qualification SCQF Level 4

Study mode Evening

Duration 10 weeks

Start date Sep 2023

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Course overview

This 30-hour evening class (20 hours on campus / 10 hours of additional self-study time with online materials including videos to consolidate learning) builds on the communication skills and vocabulary areas covered in the Introduction to BSL course, including topics such as family, occupations and hobbies.  You will further develop your ability to take part in interactions using BSL.

Course fee: £212

Please note that, if you are eligible, it is possible to use an ITA towards the cost of the course.Please read the My World of Work website for more details.

What you will learn

Upon successful completion of this course you will be able to:

  • communicate using straightforward BSL
  • understand straightforward presentations in BSL

How the course is assessed

  • SQA course assessments focussing on interaction and comprehension

Number of days per week

  • Monday evenings: 6.30 to 8.30 pm 
  • This 10-week course will start on Monday 25th September and will finish on Monday11th December.
  • Course fee: £212
  • The course can be funded by an ITA if you are eligible for one. See My World of Work for details.

Entry requirements

  • Introduction to British Sign Language or equivalent

Progression and Articulation Routes

  • British Sign Language Level 2

Study Options

Campus Study mode Start date Duration
Sighthill Campus Evening 25/09/23 10 Weeks

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