The construction sector is vital in contributing to the national economy and in providing the essential infrastructure to support other sectors. 

In light of the current economic climate it is more essential than ever to gain skills and qualifications in this area, to improve future prospects and career progression.

Key regeneration projects are planned for Swindon's town centre enhancing local retail, residential, leisure, cultural and community facilities.

More females (currently 5% of the regional workforce) are being encouraged to enter plumbing, wood occupations, painting & decorating or brickwork as a career.

Further study options at Swindon College include university-level courses in construction which can enhance career progression, for example leading in to site management or surveying.

You might want to be:

- A bricklayer

- A carpenter/joiner

- A construction manager

- A civil/structural engineer

- A painter/decorator

- A plumber

- A surveyor

- A building services engineer/technician

- An architect.

We offer you:

- Industry-standard training facilities and workshops

- Realistic working environments and projects

- Highly trained teaching staff

- Close links with employers and industry training boards.

Please note that safety equipment/clothing is required on most construction courses. You will be advised of requirements at interview.

Click here  for full information on the courses in this area, as listed below:
Carpentry and Joinery:
Level 1 - Carpentry and Joinery (Wood Occupations) Diploma
Level 2 - Carpentry and Joinery (Wood Occupations) Diploma
Level 2 - Carpentry Apprenticeship
Level 3 - Carpentry Advanced Apprenticeship

Bricklaying:
Level 1 - Bricklaying Trowel Occupations Diploma
Level 2 - Bricklaying Trowel Occupations Diploma
Level 2 - Bricklaying Apprenticeship
Level 3 - Bricklaying Advanced Apprenticeship

Electrical:
Level 1 - Electrical Building Services
Level 2 - Electrical Building Services
Level 2 - Electrical Installation Apprenticeship
Level 3 - Electrical Installation Advanced Apprenticeship

Plumbing:
Level 1 - Plumbing Building Services
Level 2 - Plumbing Building Services
Level 2 - Plumbing Apprenticeship
Level 3 - Plumbing Advanced Apprenticeship

Plastering:
Level 1 - Plastering Trowel Occupations Diploma
Level 2 - Plastering Trowel Occupations Diploma

General Construction:
Level 1 - Building Craft Occupations Certificate
Level 2 - Building Craft Occupations Certificate
Level 3 - Construction BTEC Extended National Diploma.

For extra UCAS points or to boost your prospects in general, A Levels you could study alongside your Level 3 course as Swindon College include:
A Level Business Studies
A Level English
A Level Maths
A Level Law
A Level Extended Project.