Become a registered qualified interpreter or translator with our two-year PGDip in British Sign Language/English Interpreting and Translation. You can choose to continue your studies to master’s level to get an MA.
Why study with us
- The course is taught over weekends, one weekend every other month for two years.
- Register and work as a professional British Sign Language interpreter after successfully completing the course.
- The course is delivered in either BSL or English, depending on the module content.
Important information
- The application deadline for January 2025 entry for UK students was Thursday 31 October 2024.
What you'll do
- This course allows you to fit work around your studies on a part-time, online course.
- When you have successfully completed the PGDip, you will be eligible to apply to the top-up MA.
- Learn through a range of teaching strategies which will include a mixture of theory and practical sessions.
Modules
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of our published course information. However, our programmes are subject to ongoing review and development. Changing circumstances may cause alteration to, or the cancellation of, courses. Changes may be necessary to comply with the requirements of accrediting bodies or revisions to subject benchmarks statements. As well as to keep courses updated and contemporary, or as a result of student feedback. We reserve the right to make variations if we consider such action to be necessary or in the best interests of students.
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Future careers
Successful British Sign Language/English Interpreting and Translation students will be eligible to register and work as a professional British Sign Language/English interpreter.
Entry requirements
- Applicants should hold at least 2:2 degree in related subject
- Intermediate/Level 3 British Sign Language skills such as SIGNATURE or equivalent
- Applicant must show potential to achieve postgraduate level academic performance
- Applicant must show potential to function as a competent member of the target work-force
- For progression onto the MA, must have completed the postgraduate diploma
- A detailed admissions procedure will be forwarded on application
Fees and funding
Scholarships and bursaries
We have a wide range of bursaries, scholarships and funds available to help support you whilst studying with us.
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Dependants Bursary
Students with financially dependent children may be eligible for our Dependants Bursary as part of our financial support package.
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If you need extra support because you have unpaid caring responsibilities alongside your studies.
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UK students with a previous award from us will receive 20% tuition fee discount.
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This course is delivered by the School of Psychology and Humanities
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