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Diploma in Site Carpentry Level 3

at University College Birmingham, Birmingham · university

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma1 yearFull timeFree

What the college says

Have you got a passion for carpentry and working with wood? Want to turn this passion into a full-time career? The UK construction industry needs skilled new workers to support major development and regeneration projects throughout the country. By studying our Site Carpentry Level 3 course, you will develop the skills and knowledge you will build on the skills and knowledge for gained in your Level 2 course. This course is only open to those with a Level 2 in Site Carpentry. Carpenters work on creating and installing a huge variety of features such as roofs, floors, windows and staircases, supporting new construction, refurbishment and restoration projects. Our Level 3 carpentry course will build on your skills using handsaws, planes, chisels and other essential tools to selecting woodworking resources and how to mark and produce woodworking joints. You will also learn key construction topics such as health and safety, modern sustainable construction methods and green technology, alongside developing your English, maths and other transferable skills to prepare you for the workplace. Your carpentry training will be hands-on, studying in our cutting-edge Centre for Sustainable Construction on campus, ensuring you have the practical skills to succeed. Once you have completed our carpentry course, you will have opportunities to progress onto further study, apprenticeships and careers in the industry.

What you need to get on

Please refer to the University College Birmingham course page for specific entry requirements.

How you are assessed

One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • UNIVERSITY COLLEGE BIRMINGHAM

    Summer Row, Birmingham, B3 1JB

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 14 September 2026 · Birmingham

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