Program Overview

Summer School for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Students

The University of Edinburgh offers a Summer School program specifically designed for deaf and hard of hearing students. This program is part of the university's British Sign Language (BSL) Plan, which aims to promote accessibility and inclusivity for deaf students.

Program Overview

The Summer School is a three-day event that provides an opportunity for deaf and hard of hearing students to experience university life and learn about the support services available to them. The program includes a range of activities, such as campus tours, lectures, and social events, all designed to be accessible and inclusive for deaf students.

Program Details

• The Summer School has been delivered three times, with a total of 23 deaf and hard of hearing students attending from all over the UK.
• The program is designed to attract students to the University of Edinburgh and provide them with information about the support services available to them as deaf students.
• The Summer School includes a range of activities, such as:
  • Campus tours
  • Lectures
  • Social events
  • Meetings with university staff and students
• The program also provides an opportunity for deaf students to meet and connect with other deaf students from across the UK.

Participant Feedback

Participants in the Summer School have provided positive feedback about their experiences, highlighting the benefits of the program, including:

• The opportunity to meet and connect with other deaf students
• The provision of information about support services available to deaf students
• The experience of living in university accommodation and participating in university life
• The accessibility and inclusivity of the program

Reports and Evaluation

Detailed reports about each Summer School event are available, providing an evaluation of the program and its impact on participants. These reports can be used to inform future developments and improvements to the program.