Deaf Studies - Gallaudet University

Deaf Studies from Gallaudet University is a Campus Bachelor Special Education degree that prepares you for a Education career. The Department of American Sign Language and Deaf Studies gives students an opportunity to acquire an understanding of the deaf community as part of human diversity. The courses are designed to prepare students to spend their professional or social lives after graduation in the deaf community or to make further contributions in a chosen academic discipline. The Department of ASL and Deaf Studies offers an introductory course (DST 101) to help all entering students develop a special focus on the sociological, historical, and linguistic aspects of deaf and hard of hearing people. If interested, students can then explore further by majoring in Deaf Studies, providing that pre-major course requirements are met. Core programs in both majors are designed for students to develop a multidisciplinary approach in the areas of teaching , language, community, history, culture, and literature to the study of deaf and hard of hearing people. Requirements for Admission to a Major in Deaf Studies Students must complete or demonstrate the following before declaring a major in DST: A letter of interest. Three letters of recommendation from other faculty members A cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or better. An interview with at least two DST faculty members. A grade of B or better in DST 101, DST 201. A grade of C+ or better in ENG 103, or the equivalent, prior to declaring a major in Deaf Studies. Students are required to purchase a laptop computer and a digital camcorder. View more details on Gallaudet University . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Special Education courses.