Professional Studies (Deafblind Studies) - CPS / DPS
Birmingham City UniversityOnline Learning, United Kingdom
Course overview
The Certificate in Professional Studies (Deafblind Studies) course is based on the belief that all people living with deafblindness have a right to be supported by professionals who have the requisite knowledge and skills to provide high quality service.
Key highlights
- Focused on supporting people living with deafblindness
- Builds the specialist knowledge and skills for high quality deafblind services
- Certificate can lead on to the Diploma in Professional Studies
Entry requirements
- GCSE: C/4 or above — to include English Language, English Literature
- A-level: DD — …assessor course Level 3 NVQ or Diploma or equivalent (full award) Two or more A-Levels (DD/48 UCAS Tariff points) or a BTEC ordinary National Diploma Any undergraduate or postgraduate qualification Alternatively, for applican…
- UCAS tariff points: 48 — …Level 3 NVQ or Diploma or equivalent (full award) Two or more A-Levels (DD/48 UCAS Tariff points) or a BTEC ordinary National Diploma Any undergraduate or postgraduate qualification Alternatively, for applicants with relevant…
Scholarships
Accelerate Scholarship
If you come from a lower income family or household, you could receive an offer that is up to four grades below our normal entry requirements – and possibly claim a £1,000 scholarship too.
Up to £1,000International Undergraduate Scholarships
BCU is offering a guaranteed scholarship of £5,000 to all self-funding international undergraduate students joining BCU on a full-time degree in September 2026.
Up to £5,000Sports Scholarship
Enhanced performance support funding.
The High Achievers' Scholarship
You will be eligible for a £1,000 scholarship to get your university life off to a flying start.
Up to £1,000
Careers this course leads to
- Deafblind intervenor
- Communicator guide
- Deafblind support worker
- Sensory support worker
- Deafblind specialist assessor
- Rehabilitation worker (sensory impairment)
Cost of study
UK/Home: £900 per 20 credit module ✱ Important note for this price
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Birmingham City University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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