The Study and Examination Regulations (StPO) regulate the framework conditions for your Bachelor's degree programme in Sign Language Interpreting. They include study objectives, admission requirements, as well as information on the scope and course of the programme.
The module handbook (MHB) covers all modules of the Bachelor's degree programme in Sign Language Interpreting.
You will find information on module content and scope, learning objectives and competencies, associated courses and examinations as well as organisational matters (e.g. module type, duration, frequency of courses, contact persons).
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The course schedule is issued for each semester and serves as an overview of the courses you will attend in the respective semester.
You can find a complete overview of the courses at the PH Heidelberg in the
Course Catalogue (LSF)
The study and examination regulations (StPO) contain all information on the necessary examinations, including the final examination and examination procedures.
The dates of the module examinations (MoP) can be found in the overview of the current semester.
The Academic Examinations Office has all the information you need about organising, registering for and taking examinations as well as support options.
You can download a current certificate of achievementfrom the CAMPUS portal . It shows you all the modules you have completed, credit points earned (ECTS) and grades.
You can also manage your exam registrations via the CAMPUS portal and Stud.IP.
To the CAMPUS portal To Stud.IP
To view module examinations, please note the regulations in your examination regulations. As a rule, examinations can be inspected within a certain period (1-2 months) after the examination results have been announced. You register by e-mail via your PH e-mail address, stating your degree programme, full name, module and examination date.
Three consecutive internships are completed in the 2nd, 5th, 6th and 7th semesters, in which students become familiar with the situation of sign language users and the work of sign language interpreters in various institutions and contexts and test the practical skills they have already acquired in real-life situations under professional supervision.
The orientation internship (180 hours, 2nd semester) should take place in an institution where sign language communication can be experienced in everyday life (e.g. schools, vocational training centres, associations, companies, etc.). The internship will focus on communication with people who use sign language in everyday life and reflection on the various situations.
The work shadowing placement (330 hours, 5th semester) is possible both in institutions where sign language interpreters work regularly and in the company of freelance sign language interpreters. The aim is to take on smaller units of interpreting under supervision in addition to the work shadowing.
The interpreting internship (330 hours plus 30 hours for overall written reflection, 6th + 7th semester) can be completed in the company of freelance or permanently employed sign language interpreters. The aim is to take on relevant units of interpreting under supervision.
In the fifth or sixth semester of the Bachelor's degree programme in Sign Language Interpreting, a stay at another university in Germany or abroad is recommended as a mobility window, whereby the modules GSD-BW 02, GSD-BW 03, GSD-BW 04, GSD-KuS 02 and GSD-PRAK 01 in particular can be completed at another university.
The International Office offers funding opportunities.
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You can register your thesis as soon as you have achieved 120 ECTS. Two examiners must be appointed. Further information on the framework conditions for your thesis can be found in the study and examination regulations.
You submit the application for admission to the thesis directly to the Examination Office by e-mail to
If you have any questions after submitting your application, please contact the Examinations Office directly. The Academic Examinations Office can provide you with organisational information about the thesis.
Please addressany questions regarding content to your examiners.
If you are de-registered after completing your degree programme, you will be provided with certificates of your period of study via the CAMPUS portal:
- Notice of de-registration (shows the reason for and effective date of de-registration)
- Certificate of de-registration (shows your degree programme and periods of study)
- Certificate of study periods for submission to the German Pension Insurance (according to form V0510 DRV)
Information on de-registration
You will complete the degree programme with aBachelor of Arts. After completing the Bachelor's degree programme, you will be able to interpret and translate in contexts where deaf and hearing people come together.
Most sign language interpreters work on a freelance basis. It is also possible to work for companies with a large proportion of deaf employees or at universities. In recent years, digital communication technology has increased the importance of remote interpreting, which has been further intensified by the COVID-19 pandemic.
A successful Bachelor's degree entitles you to study for a Master's degree, giving you the opportunity to gain further academic qualifications. You will then also be able to pursue a career in science and research as well as a doctorate.
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A semester abroad is a great opportunity to broaden your professional horizons, make new contacts and immerse yourself in a new culture at the same time. Would you like to complete your internship abroad or spend a semester studying in another country? We will be happy to support you!
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Have you completed your degree or are you about to graduate and would like to put out feelers? We collect suitable vacancies for non-teaching degree programmes to help you start your career. There are also many jobs for student assistants at the PH HD during your studies.
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