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Plumbing Studies Diploma

at Cornwall College, St. Austell · college

Ofsted rated their overall effectivenessOutstanding2025see the detail

Level 2Vocational and tradeDiploma1 yearFull timeFree

What the college says

If you want to become a plumber and enjoy learning by doing this course keeps you in the workshop developing real skills. You will study the installations found in a typical home and build confidence maintaining and repairing systems as your knowledge grows. Strong employer links and industry-standard kit support progression to Level 3 or an apprenticeship route.

What you need to get on

Entry requirements for external applicants and school leavers • Three or more GCSEs, including maths at grade 4 and English at grade 3 or above, or successful completion of a relevant Level 1 qualification and GCSE maths grade 4 and English grade 3. • Functional Skills Level 2 in maths will be considered as alternative to GCSE, but GCSE resit may be required depending on grade. Entry requirements for existing learners with the Cornwall College Group • Successful completion of previous cou

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

  • Cornwall College St Austell

    Tregonissey Road, PL25 4DJ

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 8 September 2026

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