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Barnsley College Open Day – Thursday 26 November 2026, 4.00pm – 7.00pm
November 26, 2026
16:00
Barnsley College Open Day – Saturday 23 January 2027, 10.00am – 1.00pm
January 23, 2027
10:00
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- Animal Management (Advanced Technical Certificate) Level 3 (FAGR)
- Animal Management (Technical Certificate) Level 2 Full-time (FAGR)
- Art and Design Level 2 Diploma (FADF)
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- Business Level 3 BTEC Foundation Diploma Full-time (FBMS)
- Digital Systems and Data, V Level, Full Time (FSFC)
- Education, V Level, Full time (FSFC)
- Engineering Certificate Level 1 Full-Time (FEME)
Bricklaying Level 2 Diploma Full-time (FCON)
Barnsley College
Church Street, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S70 2AX
Available start dates
Available start dates
Course Summary
This course covers building construction principles, masonry structures, and practical tasks like bricklaying and constructing walls, piers, and fireplaces. You will learn to interpret drawings, plan projects, and engage in decorative and reinforced brickwork. Essential employability skills such as teamwork, communication, CV writing, and self-management are also included, which are crucial for future employment.
Course Details
How will it be delivered and assessed?
Throughout the study programme your work will be assessed for a Pass, Merit or Distinction grade. Achieving this Diploma means that you have reached the standards expected by the industry.
Entry requirements
This course is for 16-18 years olds. Successful completion at Level 1 Brickwork Diploma OR, you must hold GCSE English and Maths. One of these qualifications must be a minimum Grade 2 and the other must be a minimum Grade 3.
Your next steps...
Upon completion, you could progress onto a Level 3 Bricklaying T Level or a Bricklaying Apprenticeship. See what careers are available in the Construction sector.Use our online careers tool,Career Coach, to find out what your next steps could be.
Additional information
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