Our qualified Deafblind Manual professionals use tactile fingerspelling, based on British Sign Language (BSL), to convey words and sentences directly onto the recipient’s hand. This enables clear access to spoken and visual information through touch.
Feature
Hands-On BSL
Deafblind Manual
Method
Full BSL through tactile signing
Fingerspelling words on the hand
Requires BSL fluency
Yes
No
Speed
Slower (spelled words)
Detail level
Grammatical and conceptual
Literal and word-by-word
Typical user
Former BSL users
People unfamiliar with BSL or needing simple communication
Prestige Networks Interpreting team have been on hand to help the University to provide a high-quality interpreting service to ensure an inclusive experience for all Deaf students.
Need Deafblind Manual support? Contact us today to discuss your requirements and receive a personalised quote.