Consider a career in this dynamic, creative and technologically advanced industry and make your mark in the world around you. There are so many jobs and routes into construction and coupled with the fact there are skills shortages in this industry at the moment, there is no better time to join this vibrant industry.
The programme area offers state of the art facilities with experienced master craftsmen and women as tutors. Progression through our courses may lead you onto the technical courses and onwards to a degree.
We have strong links with industry with 95% of students gaining employment within their chosen field with pass rates well above the UK average.
For further details and to apply, explore below; or see here if you are interested in apprenticeships.
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Horticulture Skills City and Guilds 0078 Level 2
ENTRY:DURATION: 1 YearYou will need to have a minimum of 1 GCSE grade D (or above), or level 1 Horticulture.
Mature entrants (over 18) may be allowed entry if they can demonstrate that they have experience equivalent to the academic criteria.
You are encouraged to make an application to College as soon as practicable. Please include a copy of your GCSE results/expected grades where possible.
STUDY MODE: Full Time
VENUE: University College Isle of Man, Homefield Road -
Level 1 6707 Diploma Painting & Decorating
ENTRY:DURATION: 1 YearNone, although employment in the Painting & Decorating trade is recommended alongside a good work ethic, reliability and enthusiasm
STUDY MODE: Full Time
VENUE: University College Isle of Man, Homefield Road -
Level 1 City & Guilds Diploma Carpentry and Joinery
ENTRY:DURATION: 1 YearAll applicants will be required to attend an ISA. A really keen interest in the subject and a clear commitment to the course is necessary for the student to succeed. GCSEs are an advantage and preference will be given to students who have employment with a relevant employer.
As applications for this craft are usually high and available student spaces are strictly limited, you are encouraged to make an application to College as soon as possible.
STUDY MODE: Full Time
VENUE: University College Isle of Man, Homefield Road -
Level 1 City & Guilds Diploma in Pre Apprenticeship
ENTRY:DURATION: 1 YearNo formal requirements however a keen interest in construction and a clear commitment to the course is necessary for the student to succeed.
As applications for this course are usually high and available student spaces are strictly limited, you are encouraged to make an application to College as soon as practicable.
You will be required to undertake an suitability assessment as part of the application process.
STUDY MODE: Full Time
VENUE: University College Isle of Man, Homefield Road -
Level 1 City and Guilds 6705 Diploma Bricklaying
ENTRY:DURATION: 1 YearAll applicants will be required to attend an ISA. A keen interest in the subject and a clear commitment to the course is necessary for the student to succeed. Employment with a relevant employer and GCSEs are an advantage.
As applications for this craft are usually high and available student spaces are strictly limited, you are encouraged to make an application to College as soon as possible.
STUDY MODE: Full Time
VENUE: University College Isle of Man, Homefield Road -
Level 1 Landscaping and Conservation
ENTRY:DURATION: 1 YearNo formal requirements but you will need really keen interest in working outdoors and a clear commitment to the course.
You are encouraged to make an application to College as soon as practicable. Please include a copy of your GCSE results/expected grades where possible.
STUDY MODE: Full Time
VENUE: University College Isle of Man, Homefield Road -
Level 2 City & Guilds 2365 Diploma Electrical Installation
ENTRY:DURATION: 1 YearYou will need to have a minimum of 2 GCSEs grade C including Maths and 1 GCSE grade C in English or Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths and English. Mature entrants (over 18) may be allowed entry if they can demonstrate that they have an equivalent to the academic criteria via CV and interview. Preference will be given to applicants who have employment with a relevant employer.
As applications for this craft are usually high and available student spaces are strictly limited, you are encouraged to make an application to the College and begin seeking an employer as soon as practicable.
STUDY MODE: Full Time
VENUE: University College Isle of Man, Homefield Road -
Level 3 BTEC National Extended Diploma in Construction & the Built Environment
ENTRY:DURATION: 2 YearsThree GCSE’s at grade C including Maths and English. Alternatively applications from experienced construction operatives will be considered on their own merit. Students may be required to complete additional study. All students may be required to undertake a suitability assessment as part of the application process.
STUDY MODE: Full Time
VENUE: University College Isle of Man, Homefield Road