Course Options
14th Jan 2026 - 12th Jun 2026
Mode of study: Full-time
Years: 1
Location: City Campus
What if All My Course Choices Are Full?
If one of your course choices is full, we'll put you on the waiting list and progress your second choice.
If all your course choices are full and you want to be considered for something else or need advice, please contact us.
Email: applications@cityofglasgowcollege.ac.uk
Telephone: 0141 375 5191
Our Application System is currently unavailable.
We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your patience while we work to resolve the issue.
We’ll share updates on our website and social media channels as soon as we have more information.
If you have any questions about applying for our courses, please contact our Application Team at
Email: applications@cityofglasgowcollege.ac.uk
Telephone: 0141 375 5191
13th Jan 2027 - 11th Jun 2027
Mode of study: Full-time
Years: 1
Location: City Campus
What if All My Course Choices Are Full?
If one of your course choices is full, we'll put you on the waiting list and progress your second choice.
If all your course choices are full and you want to be considered for something else or need advice, please contact us.
Email: applications@cityofglasgowcollege.ac.uk
Telephone: 0141 375 5191
Our Application System is currently unavailable.
We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your patience while we work to resolve the issue.
We’ll share updates on our website and social media channels as soon as we have more information.
If you have any questions about applying for our courses, please contact our Application Team at
Email: applications@cityofglasgowcollege.ac.uk
Telephone: 0141 375 5191
Overview
This course is designed for individuals interested in expanding their knowledge of construction but may not have yet decided on a specific trade. It covers the basics of various trades, providing you with a comprehensive understanding of the field. This will enable you to explore different career paths within construction and determine the direction you want to take.
This course offers practical, transferable skills and theoretical knowledge of the Construction Industry to help you find a job.
This course will run from January - June.
This course is placed on the Scottish Credit Qualifications Framework at Level 5.
Minimum entry requirements
- One National 4 qualification; OR
- Other equivalent qualifications or experience.
This course has a limited number of places due to progression opportunities for current internal students. External applicants will be considered and invited to interview only if places remain available.
Additional selection requirements
You'll be invited for a group and/or individual interview where you can find out more about the course and tell us why you're interested in this subject area or we’ll make an offer based on your application form.
What you study
You'll study a range of units related to the trowel occupations and joinery, including:
- Basic Bricklaying.
- Basic Joinery.
- Basic Tiling.
- Construction Numeracy.
- Construction Measurement and Costs.
- Information Communication Technology.
- Communications.
- Construction Drawing.
After the course
This course prepares you for a career within the Construction Industry.
Continuing Study
Successful completion of this course would allow progression onto any of the NPA (National Progression Awards) within the construction department.
How the course is taught
This course will be delivered through blended learning with demonstrations, lectures and practical activities.