Bachelor in Sign Language Interpretation
Program Overview
The Bachelor in Sign Language Interpretation (BSLI) is a three-year degree program designed to equip students with the essential linguistic competencies, cultural knowledge, and ethical foundations required of professional sign language interpreters. The program offers a comprehensive curriculum covering linguistics, Deaf history, interpreting theories and techniques, research, and mentored fieldwork across various interpreting settings.
Through structured mentoring opportunities, supervised field assignments, and research engagement, the BSLI Program prepares graduates not only as skilled language facilitators but also as culturally responsive professionals who serve as bridges between Deaf and hearing communities. Graduates are expected to uphold professional standards while promoting access, equity, and inclusion in diverse social contexts.
BSLI Program Outcomes
Upon completion of the Bachelor in Sign Language Interpretation, graduates are expected to:
PO1: Produce professional and ethical sign language interpreters who advocate for rights-based inclusion of Deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals and ensure full and equitable access to information for all parties involved.
PO2: Demonstrate relevant sign language interpreting competencies that meet professional standards and achieve the highest possible quality of interpretation across varied settings.
PO3: Perform not only as effective language facilitators but also as cultural ambassadors and allies who respect and uphold the diversity, identity, and uniqueness of both Deaf and hearing communities.
Program Specification
The BSLI Program is grounded in Deaf-centered and ethical interpreting practices, emphasizing linguistic accuracy, cultural sensitivity, and professional accountability. It integrates theory and practice to ensure that graduates are prepared for real-world interpreting demands while remaining aligned with inclusive, rights-based, and community-oriented values.
Contact Information
Applied Deaf Studies Program
deaf.studies@benilde.edu.ph
Office Hours: Mondays to Fridays, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
For video calls in Filipino Sign Language (FSL) only, please make a video call with Mr. Charvie – 09175638930 (Viber).
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