British Sign Language
at South Devon College, Paignton · college
What the college says
This course will help you develop basic conversational skills in British Sign Language (BSL). You will gain an understanding of deaf awareness, community, and culture. Throughout the course, you will build confidence in both BSL production and receptive skills across a variety of themes. Each session introduces new vocabulary which you will then use to develop and extend conversations. Vocabulary and BSL grammar are regularly revisited and expanded, especially if you continue to study further levels of BSL. For more information please contact acladmin@southdevon.ac.uk.
What you need to get on
You should have a genuine interest in this subject
How you are assessed
Entry level and Level 1 study, English and maths retakes, and supported programmes.
What this level means
A first step that builds towards Level 2.
Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?
Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.
Where it runs
Centre for Health & Care Professions
187 Newton Road, Torquay, TQ2 7FT
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Start dates
- 23 September 2026 · Torquay
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