Bricklaying
Attendance: Full Time
Course level: 1
Location: Wellington Road Campus
Course code: X0050
Start dates:
06/09/2027
Age:
a future student (16-18)
If you’re interested in a career in the construction industry and enjoy practical, hands-on work, our Bricklaying courses will help you develop the skills, knowledge and confidence needed to progress into employment, an apprenticeship or further training.
You’ll learn in our dedicated Construction Innovation Centre, developing industry-standard bricklaying skills through practical workshop activities and technical theory. From building basic masonry structures and cavity walls to interpreting working drawings and understanding construction methods, you’ll gain valuable experience in a realistic construction environment.
Whether you’re taking your first step into the industry or building on existing skills, our Bricklaying qualifications provide a clear route towards a rewarding career in construction.
Industry-standard training facilities
You will learn within our dedicated Construction Innovation Centre, developing practical skills using professional tools, equipment and materials commonly found within the construction industry.
Strong employer links
As part of your studies, you’ll benefit from our strong relationships with employers across the construction sector. These partnerships help ensure your training reflects current industry standards and practices.
Opportunities may include:
- Employer-led activities and demonstrations
- Guest speakers from the construction industry
- Work placement opportunities
- Access to industry-standard materials and equipment
- Careers advice and progression guidance
Qualifications available
- City & Guilds Level 1 Diploma in Bricklaying
- City & Guilds Level 2 Diploma in Bricklaying
The level you study will depend on your previous qualifications, experience and career goals.
Course details
Entry Requirements:
For external applicants:
Level 1 Bricklaying
- Three or more GCSEs at Grade 2 or above, including English and maths*
- Attend an interview with a member of the admissions team
- Complete a short online assessment
- Demonstrate good attendance, punctuality and a positive attitude to learning
- Show commitment and determination to achieve the qualification
*Adults without the required qualifications but with relevant work or life experience may be considered on an individual basis.
Level 2 Bricklaying
- A Level 1 Bricklaying qualification or relevant site experience
- Good attendance, punctuality and commitment to learning
- A positive attitude and determination to achieve the qualification
*Applications from adults with relevant industry experience will be considered on an individual basis.
For internal progression learners (already studying with us):
Learners must be able to demonstrate that they:
- Have successfully completed a relevant course that naturally progresses onto this programme, achieving a good standard
- Have improved their English and maths grades since enrolment
- Have maintained good attendance and punctuality
- Show a consistently positive attitude to learning
What will I learn?
Level 1
You may study:
- Principles of building construction, information and communication
- Health, safety and welfare in construction
- Setting out masonry structures
- Brickwork up to damp-proof course level
- Blocklaying activities
- Cavity wall construction
- Basic walling and corner construction
Level 2
You may study:
- Building solid walling, isolated and attached piers
- Interpreting working drawings
- Setting out masonry structures
- Constructing cavity walling
- Advanced bricklaying techniques
- Health, safety and welfare in construction
- Principles of building construction, information and communication
What skills will I gain?
By studying Bricklaying you will:
- Develop practical bricklaying skills using professional techniques
- Learn how to build masonry structures safely and accurately
- Gain experience constructing cavity walls and solid walling
- Develop an understanding of technical drawings and construction plans
- Improve measurement and setting-out skills
- Gain knowledge of construction health and safety requirements
- Develop communication and teamwork skills
- Improve numeracy and literacy skills used within construction
- Build confidence using industry-standard tools and equipment
- Develop the practical skills required for employment within the construction sector
How will I be assessed?
Assessment methods include:
- Practical assessments
- Continuous tutor assessment and feedback
- Multiple-choice assessments
- Online examinations
- Work-based practical activities
- Synoptic practical tests (Level 2)
You must successfully complete all required units and assessments to achieve the qualification.
What can I do next?
The skills you will learn from this course will enable you to progress onto the Level 2 diploma in bricklaying or other industry qualifications.
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