Courses


University Certificate British Sign Language
(Post Stage 2)

Department of Education and Social Science

Course Details

One year, part-time (one evening per week)

Course Outline

This one module course intends to bridge the gap between the CACDP Stage 2 British Sign Language qualification and the NVQ Level 3. Students can take this module as a stand-alone certificate, although it is anticipated that many students will study this course with the specific aim of moving onto the NVQ Level 3.  Students will build upon their vocabulary, grammar, productive and receptive skills.  It is important that students have regular contact with deaf people in order to demonstrate their language skills and competence. 


Teaching, Learning and Assessment

The Deaf Studies team utilise a variety of teaching methods including lectures, seminars, tutorials, presentations, practical tasks and video work.  Students are expected to actively participate in class sessions and also to undertake independent study and reading.   As the University is a registered Assessment Centre for disabled students, we strive to provide the appropriate technical and human support to ensure students have equal access to their course. Deaf students on this course (as throughout the University) have access to a variety of technical equipment and can be supported by interpreters, note-takers and lip-speakers as appropriate.

The majority of Deaf Studies modules are assessed through coursework.  Although some assignments may involve the traditional ‘written essay’ format, the Deaf Studies team are keen to incorporate other types of assessment.  For example, students are encouraged to conduct individual and group presentations, poster presentations, project work, video work and self/peer evaluations.  Assignments for the British Sign Language modules generally involve practical tasks and in-class assessments.  In particular, this module incorporates signed debates and conversation, video work, role play and signed presentations. 

 
UNIVERSITY CERTIFICATE BRITISH SIGN LANGUAGE (Post Stage 2) FACTSHEET:

http://www.uclan.ac.uk/courses/factsheets/class/edu/3865.pdf