Have you passed your BSL level 1 and are you ready for a level 2 course? Build your skills and knowledge and achieve a level 2 qualification, accredited by Signature.
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This course is designed to enable you to communicate with Deaf people in British Sign Language at level 2 standard within a range of everyday topics. The course leads to the Level 2 Certificate in BSL, accredited by the Signature awarding body. The qualification comprises three units: receptive, productive and conversational skills.
You will have the opportunity to undertake the examinations for these three units within the course.
What will we cover?
You will learn receptive, productive and conversational skills at level 2 in the following topic areas:
- everyday conversation
- daily social / work / school routines
- eating and drinking
- shopping and spending
- travel and holidays
- BSL grammatical structure and features.
What will I achieve? By the end of this course you should be able to...
Demonstrate usage of BSL at level 2 by:
- showing a wide range of vocabulary
- using correct and clear hand shapes
- using suitable facial expressions with signs
- conducting a conversation with a deaf person
- showing turn-taking and asking for clarification
- telling a short story
- answering questions on a short signed story.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
This course is at level 2. You will be invited to a 1-1 interview with our BSL Level 2 co-ordinator to make sure that this course is suitable for you. The interview will take place via Zoom.
Signature, the awarding body for BSL exams, has the following essential requirements: ‘BSL competence standards include requirements for candidates to have sufficient sight, manual dexterity, facial and body movement to produce and receive BSL. If you wish to discuss these requirements, please contact the department at deafedu@citylit.ac.uk for advice.
You will need to have basic literacy skills as you will be asked to write some self-evaluations and read topics and instructions for examinations.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
The teaching delivery methods will include:
• Interactive taught sessions
• Questions and answers
• Receptive skills from video clips
• Google Classroom for resources
• 1 to 1 feedback sessions
You will be expected to practice your BSL skills at home as homework.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
Examination fees are included in the course fees.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
If you successfully in pass the Signature Level 2 assessments, you can apply to join a Pre level 3 in BSL or Level 3 certificate in BSL course.
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You will have the opportunity to undertake the examinations for these three units within the course.Have you passed your BSL level 1 and are you ready for a level 2 course? Build your skills and knowledge and achieve a level 2 qualification, accredited by Signature.You will learn receptive, productive and conversational skills at level 2 in the following topic areas:<br />
- everyday conversation<br />
- daily social / work / school routines<br />
- eating and drinking<br />
- shopping and spending<br />
- travel and holidays<br />
- BSL grammatical structure and features.Demonstrate usage of BSL at level 2 by:<br />
- showing a wide range of vocabulary<br />
- using correct and clear hand shapes<br />
- using suitable facial expressions with signs<br />
- conducting a conversation with a deaf person<br />
- showing turn-taking and asking for clarification<br />
- telling a short story<br />
- answering questions on a short signed story.This course is at level 2. You will be invited to a 1-1 interview with our BSL Level 2 co-ordinator to make sure that this course is suitable for you. The interview will take place via Zoom.<br />
<br />
Signature, the awarding body for BSL exams, has the following essential requirements: ‘BSL competence standards include requirements for candidates to have sufficient sight, manual dexterity, facial and body movement to produce and receive BSL. If you wish to discuss these requirements, please contact the department at deafedu@citylit.ac.uk for advice.<br />
<br />
You will need to have basic literacy skills as you will be asked to write some self-evaluations and read topics and instructions for examinations.The teaching delivery methods will include:<br />
• Interactive taught sessions <br />
• Questions and answers <br />
• Receptive skills from video clips <br />
• Google Classroom for resources <br />
• 1 to 1 feedback sessions<br />
<br />
You will be expected to practice your BSL skills at home as homework.Examination fees are included in the course fees.If you successfully in pass the Signature Level 2 assessments, you can apply to join a Pre level 3 in BSL or Level 3 certificate in BSL course.Centre for deaf educationBritish Sign Languagevirtual1186453BSL level 2979979https://www.citylit.ac.uk/media/catalog/product/b/s/bsl-level-2-qb023-1024_1770_4.jpgInStockDaytimeSatKeeley StreetAvailable courses11 weeks or longerWeekend2026-04-18T00:00:00+00:00Some experienceApr 2026Specialist learningQB661979979BSL level 2979744979Peter Brownbsl-level-2/qb661-2526Have you passed your BSL level 1 and are you ready for a level 2 course? Build your skills and knowledge and achieve a level 2 qualification, accredited by Signature.0000-Available|2026-04-18 00:00:00This course is designed to enable you to communicate with Deaf people in British Sign Language at level 2 standard within a range of everyday topics. The course leads to the Level 2 Certificate in BSL, accredited by the Signature awarding body. The qualification comprises three units: receptive, productive and conversational skills. <br />
<br />
You will have the opportunity to undertake the examinations for these three units within the course.Have you passed your BSL level 1 and are you ready for a level 2 course? Build your skills and knowledge and achieve a level 2 qualification, accredited by Signature.You will learn receptive, productive and conversational skills at level 2 in the following topic areas:<br />
- everyday conversation<br />
- daily social / work / school routines<br />
- eating and drinking<br />
- shopping and spending<br />
- travel and holidays<br />
- BSL grammatical structure and features.Demonstrate usage of BSL at level 2 by:<br />
- showing a wide range of vocabulary<br />
- using correct and clear hand shapes<br />
- using suitable facial expressions with signs<br />
- conducting a conversation with a deaf person<br />
- showing turn-taking and asking for clarification<br />
- telling a short story<br />
- answering questions on a short signed story.This course is at level 2. You will be invited to a 1-1 interview with our BSL Level 2 co-ordinator to make sure that this course is suitable for you. The interview will take place via Zoom.<br />
<br />
Signature, the awarding body for BSL exams, has the following essential requirements: ‘BSL competence standards include requirements for candidates to have sufficient sight, manual dexterity, facial and body movement to produce and receive BSL. If you wish to discuss these requirements, please contact the department at deafedu@citylit.ac.uk for advice.<br />
<br />
You will need to have basic literacy skills as you will be asked to write some self-evaluations and read topics and instructions for examinations.The teaching delivery methods will include:<br />
• Interactive taught sessions <br />
• Questions and answers <br />
• Receptive skills from video clips <br />
• Google Classroom for resources <br />
• 1 to 1 feedback sessions<br />
<br />
You will be expected to practice your BSL skills at home as homework.Examination fees are included in the course fees.If you successfully in pass the Signature Level 2 assessments, you can apply to join a Pre level 3 in BSL or Level 3 certificate in BSL course.Centre for deaf educationBritish Sign Languagevirtual1186153BSL level 2889889https://www.citylit.ac.uk/media/catalog/product/b/s/bsl-level-2-qb023-1024_1770_3.jpgInStockDaytimeTueKeeley StreetAvailable courses11 weeks or longerWeekday2026-02-24T00:00:00+00:00Some experienceFeb 2026Specialist learningQB022889889BSL level 2751681889Susan Whalleybsl-level-2/qb022-2526Have you passed your BSL level 1 and are you ready for a level 2 course? Build your skills and knowledge and achieve a level 2 qualification, accredited by Signature.0000-Available|2026-02-24 00:00:00This course is designed to enable you to communicate with Deaf people in British Sign Language at level 2 standard within a range of everyday topics. The course leads to the Level 2 Certificate in BSL, accredited by the Signature awarding body. The qualification comprises three units: receptive, productive and conversational skills. <br />
<br />
You will have the opportunity to undertake the examinations for these three units within the course.Have you passed your BSL level 1 and are you ready for a level 2 course? Build your skills and knowledge and achieve a level 2 qualification, accredited by Signature.You will learn receptive, productive and conversational skills at level 2 in the following topic areas:<br />
- everyday conversation<br />
- daily social / work / school routines<br />
- eating and drinking<br />
- shopping and spending<br />
- travel and holidays<br />
- BSL grammatical structure and features.Demonstrate usage of BSL at level 2 by:<br />
- showing a wide range of vocabulary<br />
- using correct and clear hand shapes<br />
- using suitable facial expressions with signs<br />
- conducting a conversation with a deaf person<br />
- showing turn-taking and asking for clarification<br />
- telling a short story<br />
- answering questions on a short signed story.This course is at level 2. You will be invited to a 1-1 interview with our BSL Level 2 co-ordinator to make sure that this course is suitable for you. The interview will take place via Zoom.<br />
<br />
Signature, the awarding body for BSL exams, has the following essential requirements: ‘BSL competence standards include requirements for candidates to have sufficient sight, manual dexterity, facial and body movement to produce and receive BSL. If you wish to discuss these requirements, please contact the department at deafedu@citylit.ac.uk for advice.<br />
<br />
You will need to have basic literacy skills as you will be asked to write some self-evaluations and read topics and instructions for examinations.The teaching delivery methods will include:<br />
• Interactive taught sessions <br />
• Questions and answers <br />
• Receptive skills from video clips <br />
• Google Classroom for resources <br />
• 1 to 1 feedback sessions<br />
<br />
You will be expected to practice your BSL skills at home as homework.Examination fees are included in the course fees.If you successfully in pass the Signature Level 2 assessments, you can apply to join a Pre level 3 in BSL or Level 3 certificate in BSL course.Centre for deaf educationBritish Sign Languagevirtual1186162BSL level 2889889https://www.citylit.ac.uk/media/catalog/product/b/s/bsl-level-2-qb023-1024_1770_2.jpgInStockDaytimeMonKeeley StreetAvailable courses11 weeks or longerWeekday2026-01-05T00:00:00+00:00Some experienceJan 2026Specialist learningQB023889889BSL level 2751681889Susan Whalleybsl-level-2/qb023-2526Have you passed your BSL level 1 and are you ready for a level 2 course? Build your skills and knowledge and achieve a level 2 qualification, accredited by Signature.0000-Available|2026-01-05 00:00:00This course is designed to enable you to communicate with Deaf people in British Sign Language at level 2 standard within a range of everyday topics. The course leads to the Level 2 Certificate in BSL, accredited by the Signature awarding body. The qualification comprises three units: receptive, productive and conversational skills. <br />
<br />
You will have the opportunity to undertake the examinations for these three units within the course.Have you passed your BSL level 1 and are you ready for a level 2 course? Build your skills and knowledge and achieve a level 2 qualification, accredited by Signature.You will learn receptive, productive and conversational skills at level 2 in the following topic areas:<br />
- everyday conversation<br />
- daily social / work / school routines<br />
- eating and drinking<br />
- shopping and spending<br />
- travel and holidays<br />
- BSL grammatical structure and features.Demonstrate usage of BSL at level 2 by:<br />
- showing a wide range of vocabulary<br />
- using correct and clear hand shapes<br />
- using suitable facial expressions with signs<br />
- conducting a conversation with a deaf person<br />
- showing turn-taking and asking for clarification<br />
- telling a short story<br />
- answering questions on a short signed story.This course is at level 2. You will be invited to a 1-1 interview with our BSL Level 2 co-ordinator to make sure that this course is suitable for you. The interview will take place via Zoom.<br />
<br />
Signature, the awarding body for BSL exams, has the following essential requirements: ‘BSL competence standards include requirements for candidates to have sufficient sight, manual dexterity, facial and body movement to produce and receive BSL. If you wish to discuss these requirements, please contact the department at deafedu@citylit.ac.uk for advice.<br />
<br />
You will need to have basic literacy skills as you will be asked to write some self-evaluations and read topics and instructions for examinations.The teaching delivery methods will include:<br />
• Interactive taught sessions <br />
• Questions and answers <br />
• Receptive skills from video clips <br />
• Google Classroom for resources <br />
• 1 to 1 feedback sessions<br />
<br />
You will be expected to practice your BSL skills at home as homework.Examination fees are included in the course fees.If you successfully in pass the Signature Level 2 assessments, you can apply to join a Pre level 3 in BSL or Level 3 certificate in BSL course.Centre for deaf educationBritish Sign Languagevirtual1186423BSL level 2889889https://www.citylit.ac.uk/media/catalog/product/b/s/bsl-level-2-qb023-1024_1770.jpgInStockDaytimeWedKeeley StreetNo longer available11 weeks or longerWeekday2025-09-24T00:00:00+00:00Some experienceSep 2025Specialist learningQB301889889BSL level 2751681889Alesia Parshutsinabsl-level-2/qb301-2526Have you passed your BSL level 1 and are you ready for a level 2 course? Build your skills and knowledge and achieve a level 2 qualification, accredited by Signature.0030-Full|2025-09-24 00:00:00This course is designed to enable you to communicate with Deaf people in British Sign Language at level 2 standard within a range of everyday topics. The course leads to the Level 2 Certificate in BSL, accredited by the Signature awarding body. The qualification comprises three units: receptive, productive and conversational skills. <br />
<br />
You will have the opportunity to undertake the examinations for these three units within the course.Have you passed your BSL level 1 and are you ready for a level 2 course? Build your skills and knowledge and achieve a level 2 qualification, accredited by Signature.You will learn receptive, productive and conversational skills at level 2 in the following topic areas:<br />
- everyday conversation<br />
- daily social / work / school routines<br />
- eating and drinking<br />
- shopping and spending<br />
- travel and holidays<br />
- BSL grammatical structure and features.Demonstrate usage of BSL at level 2 by:<br />
- showing a wide range of vocabulary<br />
- using correct and clear hand shapes<br />
- using suitable facial expressions with signs<br />
- conducting a conversation with a deaf person<br />
- showing turn-taking and asking for clarification<br />
- telling a short story<br />
- answering questions on a short signed story.This course is at level 2. You will be invited to a 1-1 interview with our BSL Level 2 co-ordinator to make sure that this course is suitable for you. The interview will take place via Zoom.<br />
<br />
Signature, the awarding body for BSL exams, has the following essential requirements: ‘BSL competence standards include requirements for candidates to have sufficient sight, manual dexterity, facial and body movement to produce and receive BSL. If you wish to discuss these requirements, please contact the department at deafedu@citylit.ac.uk for advice.<br />
<br />
You will need to have basic literacy skills as you will be asked to write some self-evaluations and read topics and instructions for examinations.The teaching delivery methods will include:<br />
• Interactive taught sessions <br />
• Questions and answers <br />
• Receptive skills from video clips <br />
• Google Classroom for resources <br />
• 1 to 1 feedback sessions<br />
<br />
You will be expected to practice your BSL skills at home as homework.Examination fees are included in the course fees.If you successfully in pass the Signature Level 2 assessments, you can apply to join a Pre level 3 in BSL or Level 3 certificate in BSL course.Centre for deaf educationBritish Sign Languagevirtual979,751979,889744,681QB121,QB661,QB022,QB023,QB301APPMon,Sat,Tue,Wed05/01/26 - 18/05/2610:00 - 16:0010:0016:0016 sessions (over 20 weeks)1611 weeks or longerEvening,DaytimeWeekday,WeekendKSKeeley StreetPeter Brown,Susan Whalley,Alesia ParshutsinaSome experienceNo longer available,Available courses2025-09-29T00:00:00+00:00,2026-04-18T00:00:00+00:00,2026-02-24T00:00:00+00:00,2026-01-05T00:00:00+00:00,2025-09-24T00:00:00+00:00Sep 2025,Apr 2026,Feb 2026,Jan 2026Specialist learning889979,889BSL level 2bsl-level-2/qb121-2526,bsl-level-2/qb661-2526,bsl-level-2/qb022-2526,bsl-level-2/qb023-2526,bsl-level-2/qb301-2526Have you passed your BSL level 1 and are you ready for a level 2 course? Build your skills and knowledge and achieve a level 2 qualification, accredited by Signature.0000-Available|2026-01-05 00:00:00This course is designed to enable you to communicate with Deaf people in British Sign Language at level 2 standard within a range of everyday topics. The course leads to the Level 2 Certificate in BSL, accredited by the Signature awarding body. The qualification comprises three units: receptive, productive and conversational skills. <br />
<br />
You will have the opportunity to undertake the examinations for these three units within the course.Have you passed your BSL level 1 and are you ready for a level 2 course? Build your skills and knowledge and achieve a level 2 qualification, accredited by Signature.You will learn receptive, productive and conversational skills at level 2 in the following topic areas:<br />
- everyday conversation<br />
- daily social / work / school routines<br />
- eating and drinking<br />
- shopping and spending<br />
- travel and holidays<br />
- BSL grammatical structure and features.Demonstrate usage of BSL at level 2 by:<br />
- showing a wide range of vocabulary<br />
- using correct and clear hand shapes<br />
- using suitable facial expressions with signs<br />
- conducting a conversation with a deaf person<br />
- showing turn-taking and asking for clarification<br />
- telling a short story<br />
- answering questions on a short signed story.This course is at level 2. You will be invited to a 1-1 interview with our BSL Level 2 co-ordinator to make sure that this course is suitable for you. The interview will take place via Zoom.<br />
<br />
Signature, the awarding body for BSL exams, has the following essential requirements: ‘BSL competence standards include requirements for candidates to have sufficient sight, manual dexterity, facial and body movement to produce and receive BSL. If you wish to discuss these requirements, please contact the department at deafedu@citylit.ac.uk for advice.<br />
<br />
You will need to have basic literacy skills as you will be asked to write some self-evaluations and read topics and instructions for examinations.The teaching delivery methods will include:<br />
• Interactive taught sessions <br />
• Questions and answers <br />
• Receptive skills from video clips <br />
• Google Classroom for resources <br />
• 1 to 1 feedback sessions<br />
<br />
You will be expected to practice your BSL skills at home as homework.Examination fees are included in the course fees.If you successfully in pass the Signature Level 2 assessments, you can apply to join a Pre level 3 in BSL or Level 3 certificate in BSL course.Centre for deaf educationBritish Sign Languageconfigurable
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