Level 2 Diploma Site Carpentry
at New College Durham, Durham · college
What the college says
Course may be subject to change. This intermediate course will provide you with the skills and knowledge required to prepare you for further study, or your first steps towards a career in carpentry and joinery. You will develop strong practical skills, an eye for detail, and the ability to follow technical drawings and plans. You will demonstrate sound teamwork skills, and good maths skills.
What you need to get on
Please refer to College website.
How you are assessed
Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.
What this level means
The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.
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
New College Durham
Framwellgate Moor, Durham, DH1 5ES
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Durham
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