If you are even just a little bit curious about Sign Language, we're the Society for you!
We offer weekly lessons on campus with qualified teachers, giving you the opportunity to learn beginner friendly BSL. One trial class is FREE with taster membership and to attend classes throughout the academic year will cost only £20 for a standard membership. You can also meet others and make friends in the Society while we explore this fascinating language together.
Learning BSL is fun, useful and gives access to a whole new community and culture you may otherwise not be able to communicate with. Understanding BSL is a valuable skill to have in the workplace when interacting with others, allowing you to stand out in a competitive job market.
What does the standard membership cover?
Our standard membership covers weekly classes and social events. This is £20 for the year working out at 72p per lesson! Socials include:
- Games nights
- BSL theatre trips
- Picnics
- ASL workshops
- Film nights
- D/deaf awareness workshops......
(Our current events will be visible at the bottom of this page)
What does the social membership cover?
Our social membership allows you to attend all our events excluding our weekly classes. This is only £5 for the year.
Check our Instagram page to find the Whatsapp Group chat link and receive updates on society events, so you don't miss out this year! Please message us (e-mail or instagram) for the link (available for both taster and standard members)
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Which Class should I attend?
- BSL Beginner's classes - this class are for beginner's in sign language and will teach you the basics of communication. There will be 3 classes a week, so you can choose which one would suit you best.
- BSL Intermediate class - this class is about halfway through the BSL Level 1 syllabus. We will be revising topics such as time, money, transport and then start the BSL Level 2 syllabus as well!
Please check the Instagram for more details and class locations
Self-Study
Below are useful sources for self-teaching:
https://bslsignbank.ucl.ac.uk/
https://www.youtube.com/@CommandingHands