Carpentry
Carpentry is a highly skilled, hands-on trade that plays a vital role in the construction industry. If you enjoy working with your hands and turning raw materials into lasting results, carpentry could be the perfect fit for you.
Bring structures to life in fantastic facilities
At Bridgwater College, our Level 3 Construction courses, including Carpentry, offer you the opportunity to develop expert trade skills in state-of-the-art facilities. Based in our newly-built Construction & Civil Engineering Centre, you’ll gain real-world experience and industry-recognised qualifications to take your skills straight onto site.
From building timber frameworks to crafting detailed woodwork, carpenters bring structure, form, and beauty to every project, making it a highly rewarding industry to work in.
why choose carpentry?
- Master tools and techniques needed to succeed in the construction industry
- Create accurate woodwork joints
- Use hand tools and power tools safely and effectively
- First and second fix carpentry techniques
- Gain understanding of technical drawings and building plans
- Work to industry standards and health and safety regulations.
Learn in purpose-built facilities
As a Carpentry student, you’ll have access to our dedicated construction craft facilities for wood occupations, fully equipped with the tools and resources you need to succeed.
You’ll work in specialist workshops, giving you the chance to develop skills in everything from, creating accurate woodwork joints to understanding building plans.
Learning is delivered through a balance of practical workshop sessions and theoretical classroom study, ensuring you’re ready to meet the expectations of employers and clients alike.
Master a timeless craft
Carpentry combines creativity and craftsmanship in a way few other careers do. Whether you’re building the timber frame of a house, crafting bespoke cabinetry, or fitting interiors in commercial buildings, the results of your work are lasting and deeply rewarding.
If you’re interested in learning in our top-class facilities and with expert tutors, what are you waiting for? Visit one of our open days, and start the career that is right for you!
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Financial Support
We understand that managing money while studying can feel overwhelming, especially right now. That’s why we offer a wide range of financial support to help you succeed, whatever your circumstances.
Apprenticeships
If you’re ready to kickstart your career and gain hands-on experience while you study, an apprenticeship at Bridgwater College could be the perfect next step. We’re proud to be one of the UK’s leading providers of Further Education apprenticeships.
Term Dates
Planning ahead? Our academic calendar includes key term dates, bank holidays,
scheduled breaks, and Somerset school holiday alignment, so you can stay informed and
organised throughout the year.
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“I definitely see myself doing site carpentry later on, and I believe this course is excellent preparation. The course is helping me broaden my skills and I’ve already noticed my confidence growing.”
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