Deaf Studies and Special Educational Needs, Disability and Inclusion…

At completion of study a student will be able to:

Communicate in British Sign Language, using digital and analogue facilities, which adds a unique dimension to the study of Inclusive practices in society.
Understand a bi-lingual and bicultural approach towards Deaf sign language users.
To be able to reflect critically on their own value system and relate this to the construction of deafness disability and social diversity.
Demonstrate the underlying values and principles relevant to the working with deaf people and ideologies of inclusion, developing a personal stance drawing upon knowledge and understanding of the complexity of the inclusion process and working with people considered as deaf or disabled.
Work both cooperatively and independently whilst fostering critical reflection upon your own value system, the study of deafness and of disability. In order to facilitate further training and/or professional development exercise initiative, personal responsibility and decision making in complex contexts.
Demonstrate the qualities and transferable skills necessary for employment requiring:

- The exercise of initiative and personal responsibility.
- Decision making in complex and unpredictable contexts.
- Ongoing skills including IT and communication strategies.

2019 Entry

'A’ levels at grades BBC - CCC
BTEC QCF Extended Diploma grade MMM, BTEC QCF Diploma grade DD
Access to HE Diploma full award (Pass of 60 credits - of which a minimum of 45 credits must be at level 3 including 18 at Merit or Distinction).
If you've got other qualifications or relevant experience, please contact The Gateway for further advice before applying.
International entry requirements and application guidance can be found here
Successful completion of the International Foundation Year in Social Sciences guarantees entry on to this course

Other Requirements