Signature Level 6 Diploma in
Sign Language Interpreting and Translation

We are delighted to offer the Signature Level 6 Diploma in Sign Language Interpreting and Translation.
This new qualification provides the very exciting opportunity for deaf and hearing students to study interpreting and translation together, learning from each other. 

The Interpreting Pathways Level 6 course aims to take you to the point of readiness for work as a registered qualified interpreter or translator.

Our expert team of deaf and hearing interpreting teachers and assessors will support you through all stages of the programme, with additional input from specialist trainers in particular subject areas. We offer extensive teaching and assessment hours to enhance your learning and assist you in your entry to practice as professional interpreters and translators.

Our training is characterised by an emphasis on detailed feedback at all stages of the programme, in order to suit your individual learning and development.

The structure of the qualification is in two parts:

Part 1 is mandatory for all students and includes learning of the theory of translation and interpreting. We will also teach the skills you need to work as an interpreter or translator within this section of the course.

Part 2 is the chance to specialise in your chosen profession.
You must complete all assessments for Part 1 before you can start Part 2.

In Part 2, you can choose to study to work as a BSL/English Interpreter, a BSL/ASL Interpreter, a Deaf Relay Interpreter or a BSL/English Translator. 

Part 1 and Part 2 are delivered via a mixture of face to face and online learning taught by a range of specialist teachers.
Classes will include lecture-style learning, informal discussion, lots of practical skills-based tasks, with peer and tutor feedback and support.
Some learning will take place in BSL, and some in English, depending on the shared language of the class, and the needs of your specialism.
You will have access to a virtual learning environment as a hub for all your resources, and we offer in-depth feedback on your work throughout, from the application process through to completion.

Part 1 

  • Start date: March

  • One weekend a month for 7 months (March-July & September-October)

  • Online individual and group work between each weekend

  • Applications open to those with Level 6 BSL

Some weekends online and some face to face in Bristol

Applications for this coming year’s Diploma are now closed.
If you want to find out more about applying to join us on our next Part 1, register your interest by clicking below