Saudi Sign Language Interpreting — study plan
Taibah University College of Education in Al Madinah Al Munawwarah
- Credit hours
- 40
- Levels
- 4
- Courses
- 16
- Degree
- diploma
The Saudi Sign Language Interpreting study plan at Taibah University is an accredited diploma programme spanning about 2 years (4 academic levels), requiring 40 credit hours across 16 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
Level 1 9 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SASL 605 | Methods of Communicating with the Deaf and Hard of Hearing | 2 |
| SASL 613 | Saudi Sign Language I | 3 |
| SASL 601 | Introduction to Deafness and Hearing Loss | 2 |
| SASL 603 | An Elective Course, a Precise Specialization I Elective | 2 |
Level 2 9 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SASL 618 | Physiology of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing | 2 |
| SASL 612 | Deaf Culture | 2 |
| SASL 614 | Saudi Sign Language Ii | 3 |
| SASL 616 | An Elective Course, a Precise Specialization Ii Elective | 2 |
Level 3 11 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SASL 615 | Saudi Sign Language Iii | 3 |
| SASL 639 | Contemporary Issues in Sign Language Translation | 2 |
| SASL 611 | Practical Exercises 1 | 4 |
| SASL 627 | Translation Ethics | 2 |
Level 4 11 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SASL 622 | Grammar Rules in Sign Language | 2 |
| SASL 698 | Recent International Sign Language Practices | 3 |
| SASL 624 | Practical Exercises Ii | 4 |
| SASL 620 | Significant Interpretation in a Variety of Settings | 2 |
This plan is transcribed from the university's official source. Always confirm the plan approved for your own cohort before registering. Official source
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Frequently asked questions about Saudi Sign Language Interpreting
How many credit hours is Saudi Sign Language Interpreting at Taibah University?
Saudi Sign Language Interpreting at Taibah University requires completing 40 credit hours to graduate, spread across 16 courses.
How many years is Saudi Sign Language Interpreting at Taibah University?
The study plan for Saudi Sign Language Interpreting spans about 2 years (4 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Saudi Sign Language Interpreting award?
Saudi Sign Language Interpreting at Taibah University awards a Diploma degree after completing 40 credit hours.