Level 6 in BSL

About this course

This qualification develops advanced British Sign Language across social and professional contexts. Study covers sign linguistics and communication relating to medicine, education, employment, finance, politics, law, society, media, science and technology. Teaching combines classroom activities with individual or group tutorials, demonstrations, presentations, debates, discussions, observed practice and video-based receptive-skills work. Learners use reference sources to clarify signs, maintain extended signed communication and complete six unit assessments for the full Level 6 certificate.

What you'll learn

• Use receptive and productive BSL skills in complex social interactions
• Sustain fluent, grammatically accurate and coherent contributions using complex language
• Understand extended signed discourse across a range of subjects
• Use reference sources to confirm or clarify the meaning of signs

Is this course right for you?

The course is intended for learners who can demonstrate BSL competence at Level 4 or an equivalent standard. The advanced label indicates study beyond fundamental language skills, with substantial independent work alongside classroom, individual and group activities.

• Relevant to people working, or intending to work, with Deaf people in professional or voluntary roles
• May provide evidence of BSL proficiency for sign language interpreters and translators
• Includes six unit assessments and a considerable amount of additional home study

Before you go

• A smartphone or laptop is required for filming, research and access to Google Classroom.
• Course resources are accessed through a student account, with Google Drive available for an e-portfolio.
• Examination fees are included in the course fees.