Sign Language BSL202 - January 2025

Duration: 35 hours/1 semester

The Language Centre currently run a Sign Language programme which includes classes at beginner and post-beginner levels. Sign Language Classes which begin in October will run for the full academic year, including some Saturdays.

Sign Language level 2 consists of 3 units. These units are taken separately, and students can choose to take 1, 2 or all 3 units. Please note that in order to receive a FULL certificate for BSL Level 2, students must successfully complete all 3 units. That is, BSL201, BSL202 and BSL203.

Semester 1: Monday 13, 20, 27 January; 3, 10, 17, 24 February; 3, 10, 24 March 2025

Plus, Saturday 25 January; 22 February; 8 and 22 March 10:00-12:30

Please note that your exam for BSL202 will take place on Monday 24 March from 17:00-20:00

Course Content: BSL202: Productive Skills

Unit summary

To achieve this unit, learners must show that they can use routine language in everyday

situations. It allows the learner to demonstrate their ability to present information in British Sign

Language. Their language is generally accurate and they make only minor grammatical

errors, which do not change their meaning. If they do not have the vocabulary, they find

other ways of presenting information.

Themes for exams are Eating and Drinking; Spending and Shopping; and Travel and Holidays.

Is there a minimum age to register for a Language Centre course?

You must be over 18 to attend any Language Centre in person course and 16 to attend an online course.

What are the course fees?

There are different fees depending upon your registration type, QUB student, staff or members of the public. Please note that there is no concession fee available with our Sign Language courses.

QUB Students and Staff £120

Members of the Public £185

Are there examination fees?

Your examination fees are included in your course fee. You can have one attempt at BSL 201. Students will have to pay for any resits. Resits will be organised by the Language Centre.

Are these courses accredited?

Upon successful completion of all 3 modules students are awarded a Signature Certificate in British Sign Language (level 2). In addition QUB Students can use Sign Language Level 2 to apply for the Degree Plus Award, Route A. To qualify students must attend a minimum of 70% of classes and pass a minimum of 2 out of 3 modules.

Degree Plus is a new award for Queen’s students designed to provide official recognition of extra-curricular activities including Language Centre language courses which are open to all students whatever their degree subject. Employers are looking for graduates who can demonstrate that they have the skills needed for workplace success – the Degree Plus Award will help you do this!

How often do I attend?

Students attend a weekly 2.5 hour class on Monday. In addition, students are required to attend FOUR Saturday morning classes from 10.00-12:30. Sign Language is a very intensive class and full attendance is required.

What's the refund policy?

All refunds before the start of the course must be requested in writing. Refunds are paid as follows:

(Please note EVENTBRITE will charge 6% administration fee on all refunds)

Before (and including) 31 December 2024 – full refund

1 January to 8 January (inclusive) – 50% refund

No refunds available from 9 January (inclusive)

Refunds are not normally paid after the beginning of classes. Any such request must be made in writing to the Language Centre Manager and must be related to reaons beyond your control and supported by written evidence. These refunds will be at the Language Centre Manager’s discretion. All refunds, where agreed, will be subject to an administrative fee of £10.00 for QUB staff and students and £40 for members of the public.

How can I contact the organiser with any questions?

You can email any queries you have to [email protected]

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