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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
British Sign Language, Deaf Studies and Linguistics
York St John University
Entry requirements
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Most popular A-levels studied
The British Sign Language, Deaf Studies and Linguistics course at York St John University features content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below to find out about the students taking courses in each of those subject areas at this uni.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| French | A |
| Psychology | A* |
| Religious Studies | A* |
| Classical Civilisation | C |
| Craft and Design | A |
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| English Language | C |
| Sociology | C |
| Psychology | D |
| English Literature | C |
| History | C |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: Q1L9
Here's what York St John University says about its British Sign Language, Deaf Studies and Linguistics course.
On this course, you will learn British Sign Language (BSL) – the preferred language of over 87,000 people in the UK – to an advanced level. This course is your chance to study the history, cultures and lived experiences of deaf people. You can choose to learn about speech and language impairments and the role of language in education.
This course is suitable if you are a beginner, or have prior knowledge of British Sign Language (BSL). We will place you at an appropriate level. As part of your course you will study for a Signature British Sign Language award.
Our approach to teaching Deaf Studies draws on current research. You will explore the experiences of deaf people and how they have changed over time. Together we will also explore the perception of deafness as a disability and how deaf communities in the UK are changing. In your second year you will examine the challenges faced by BSL users in the workplace on a dedicated work based module.
While studying Linguistics, you will learn how language is structured, learnt and used. You can choose linguistics modules that interest you and support your ambitions. This could include exploring speech and language impairments or examining multilingual classrooms. Linguistics can help you consider how language relates to identity, society and culture.
As your language skills develop you will gain an understanding of how society impacts the use of BSL. You will develop this by engaging with our welcome community of BSL speakers. Together with your peers you will consider the development of BSL. This includes exploring the translation processes between BSL and English.
Source: York St John University
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Department
Languages and Linguistics
Location
York St John University | York
Duration
3 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• British Sign Language studies
• Linguistics
Start date
21 September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,535 per year |
| Scotland | £9,535 per year |
| Wales | £9,535 per year |
| Northern Ireland | £9,535 per year |
| Channel Islands | £9,535 per year |
| Republic of Ireland | £9,535 per year |
| EU | £14,000 per year |
| International | £14,000 per year |
The modules you will study
How you will be assessed
For your British Sign Language modules, assessment methods include exams conducted in BSL, videos, class tests and written work. The assessment types for your other modules vary. These might include:
Blog posts Data analysis Essays Exams Presentations Research proposals Reports You will always receive feedback on the work you do. This will help you to improve your signing skills, your writing and your academic abilities.
York St John University student reviews
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1st year student
2 years ago
Personally never been involved in societies but have heard good things, love the starbucks and bar at the student union
1st year student
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Great friends, amazing city, plenty to do
1st year student
2 years ago
Rise of accommodation prices is insane, however the uni offer financial support to those who need it
1st year student
2 years ago
Have never had to access support but know where to find it and know others who have had great experiences support wise
1st year student
2 years ago
Beautiful campus, mixture of old and modern buildings and love the su
1st year student
2 years ago
Enjoy the modules and find most of the lecturers very helpful, however had a poor experience with one lecturer last semester who didn’t provide us with much help or support
National Student Survey (NSS) scores at York St John University
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
The British Sign Language, Deaf Studies and Linguistics course at York St John University features content from more than one subject area. Using the options below, you can see ratings from students who took courses in each of these subject areas at this uni
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
85%
low
Teaching on my course
85%
low
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
80%
low
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
92%
low
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
81%
low
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
86%
low
Learning opportunities
78%
low
Learning opportunities
78%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
76%
low
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
86%
med
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
84%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
76%
low
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
67%
low
Assessment and feedback
85%
med
Assessment and feedback
85%
med
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
86%
med
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
80%
med
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
74%
med
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
97%
high
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
86%
high
Academic support
93%
med
Academic support
93%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
94%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
92%
med
Organisation and management
76%
med
Organisation and management
76%
med
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
83%
med
How well organised is your course?
69%
low
Learning resources
86%
med
Learning resources
86%
med
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
83%
med
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
87%
low
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
88%
med
Student voice
77%
med
Student voice
77%
med
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
68%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
82%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
80%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
64%
low
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
88%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
81%
med
Student information
The British Sign Language, Deaf Studies and Linguistics course at York St John University features content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below to find out about the students taking courses in each of those subject areas at this uni.
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
The British Sign Language, Deaf Studies and Linguistics course includes content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below for information about York St John University graduates across each of those subject areas.
Graduate statistics
40%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
89%
In work, study or other activity
35%
Say it fits with future plans
25%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
20%
Elementary occupations
15%
Administrative occupations
15%
Sales occupations
10%
Business and public service associate professionals
Graduate statistics
40%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
90%
In work, study or other activity
50%
Say it fits with future plans
35%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
25%
Elementary occupations
15%
Administrative occupations
15%
Sales occupations
15%
Teaching Professionals
Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from York St John University graduates who took British Sign Language, Deaf Studies and Linguistics - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£19.7k
First year after graduation
£22.3k
Third year after graduation
£26.1k
Fifth year after graduation
Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to British Sign Language, Deaf Studies and Linguistics.
Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree
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