Want to learn a hands-on trade and become a skilled, in-demand construction professional?
The construction industry needs skilled tradespersons, particularly those who are skilled in sustainable construction methods. If you want to learn in incredible, easy-to-get-to practical facilities in the centre of Birmingham, we offer many construction college courses, from bricklaying to joinery and more!
All our courses come with award-winning support and will give you opportunities to learn from construction experts. Our tutors are also committed to giving you every opportunity to gain relevant industry experience and there are many courses you can progress onto degree level when you finish. Whatever your career path, we'll make sure you leave college with the skills, knowledge and experience to play a vital part in shaping the future of the construction sector.
Explore our construction college courses

Construction Multi-Skills Level 1
Want to learn a hands-on trade but not sure what path to take? Our multi-skills course will train you in everything from plumbing, carpentry and joinery to e…
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Construction and the Built Environment Level 2
If you’re considering a career in construction, our Level 2 course will lay the foundations of knowledge and skills for you to start your journe…
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Construction and the Built Environment Level 3
Start building your career in the construction industry. Our Level 3 course will teach you the essentials such as construction mathematics, desi…
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Design, Surveying and Planning for Construction T-level
Want to be part of the future of sustainable construction? This T-level course is equivalent to three A-levels and will provide you wit…
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Bricklaying Level 1
Lay the foundations for a hands-on career in the construction industry with our Level 1 course. You will learn the fundamentals of bricklaying, blocklaying and cavity wall…
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Bricklaying Level 2
Build foundation skills and knowledge in bricklaying and construction, get hands-on training using innovative facilities, and gain a recognised Level 2 qualification to en…
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Carpentry and Joinery Level 1
Passionate about carpentry and woodworking? This hands-on Level 1 course provides an introduction to professional carpentry and joinery, alongside preparing you…
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Site Carpentry Level 2
If the idea of working with wood in the field of carpentry really appeals to you, then this course is the perfect platform to get your career off the ground.
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Bench Joinery Level 2
If the idea of working with wood in the field of carpentry really appeals to you, then this course is the perfect platform to get your career off the ground.
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Award-winning support for college students
We are committed to giving you all the support you need to achieve your very best. We offer everything from one-to-one academic support, English and maths support, including helping you re-sit your GCSEs, online skills materials, in-class skills and development sessions to help with placements, careers, and more.
We also know how important your health and wellbeing are to successful study and have support in place to help you with this, alongside teams dedicated to everything from financial help to disability and neurodiversity support.
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Why should you study a construction course here?
We know you will want to be reassured you will be happy with your choice of college and fulfilled and excited by what you will be learning during your studies. If you want to get a better idea of why you should choose University College Birmingham for your college course, check our our video.