More Than Words: Learn to Sign with the BSL Society
The BSL Society is a friendly and inclusive community for anyone who wants to learn British Sign Language. BSL is the rich, beautiful, and officially recognised language used by the Deaf community across the UK. Our society offers a fun, interactive, and supportive space to learn the basics, practice your skills, and help raise awareness for Deaf culture on campus. No prior experience is necessary!
Why Should You Join?
Learn a Beautiful and Practical Language: Join our regular, beginner-friendly sessions where you’ll learn everything from the BSL alphabet and basic greetings to useful conversational phrases. It's a fun, visual, and engaging way to learn.
Add a Valuable Skill to Your CV: The ability to communicate in BSL is a highly sought-after skill in countless professions, especially in healthcare, education, and social care. It demonstrates a powerful commitment to accessibility and communication.
Connect with Deaf Culture: Learning a language is about more than just signs. Gain an appreciation for the vibrant culture, history, and community of Deaf people in Britain and become a better ally.
Meet a Great Group of People: Practice your new skills and make friends with a diverse and welcoming group of students who are all passionate about breaking down communication barriers and making our campus more inclusive.
Ready to start a conversation that goes beyond spoken words? Come and sign with us!