QS Introduction to BSL
(SCQF level 3)
Time to experience something new?
The Qualifications Scotland Approved Introduction to British Sign Language course is the perfect place to start. As well as developing a solid foundation of sign language, you will also learn about deaf culture and community.
Course objectives
- Produce personal information for users of British Sign Language
- Respond to personal information produced by users of British Sign Language
- Receive information from simple presentations in British Sign Language
Course content
During the introduction course you will cover:
- Numbers & time
- Family and home life
- Travelling to work
- Holidays
- Providing directions
- Food & drink
- Hobbies, activities & shopping
- Learn how to structure sentences using BSL grammar and syntax
- Use non-manual features (facial expression and body language)
- Learn how to describe the placement of objects, rooms within buildings and people
Our courses are all taught by qualified deaf tutors, so you’ll be learning from people who use BSL as their native language. As Deaf Action is a charity, when you book your BSL course through us, the income is reinvested back into improving services for deaf people.
Course details
We will be running two Introduction to BSL courses. Our courses are taking place online and in-person at our Head Office in Edinburgh, so no matter where you are, you can join us. Our course options are listed below.
In-house
Course dates: 9th February 2026 to 6th July 2026
Time: Monday evenings, 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Course dates: 10th February to 7th July
Time: Tuesday evenings, 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Price: £350
Online
Course dates: 11th February 2026 to 8th July 2026
Time: Wednesday evenings, 6pm to 8pm
Price: £280
Please note all courses have now begun. Please join the waiting list below by completing the form.