Level 3 Diploma in Bricklaying

This Level 3 course is a progression route from Level 2 and will provide learners the skills and underpinning knowledge you will need to become recognised as a bricklayer.


Course Code: P10431
Campus: Newtownards
Study Type: Part-Time
Education Level Further Education
Department: Bricklaying
Why Study This Course

This Level 3 course is a progression route from Level 2 and will provide learners the skills and underpinning knowledge you will need to become recognised as a bricklayer.

Learners will attend the college 1 day per week for 7hrs over a 2 year period.

Course Overview

Bricklayers build and repair walls, chimney stacks, tunnel linings and decorative stonework. They may also refurbish brickwork and masonry on restoration projects.

Learners will gain practical experience in our fully equipped professional workshops.

As well as bricklaying, you will learn about complex arches, circular work and openings, various types of detailed walling and complex setting out of buildings.

There is an attendance commitment requirement of 7 hours per week.


You will need:

  • 4 GCSEs at Grade A-C (preferably including English and Maths) or
  • A relevant Level 2 / First Diploma or equivalent (Level 2 Diploma in Bricklaying) or
  • NVQ Level 2 Apprenticeship in Trowel Occupations
  • Students will also have to have an interview with the tutor prior to acceptance

Modules will include the following:

Mandatory

  • Principles of organising, planning and pricing construction work
  • Repair and maintain masonry structures
  • Constructing radial and battered brickwork
  • Carrying out decorative and reinforced brickwork
  • Constructing fireplaces and chimneys
  • Health, safety and welfare in construction

Successful completion of this course will mean you will be a fully trained Bricklayer. Some students may choose to progress on to Higher Education such as HNC in Construction or Higher Level Apprenticeship courses.

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Terms & Conditions

Students will be required to comply with SERC's Terms & Conditions of study.

We strive to ensure the description of courses on SERC's website and in publications is accurate. However, for various reasons there may be occasions when the College may need to change arrangements or be unable to deliver classes due to circumstances such as reduced funding. If there are insufficient numbers applying for a course it may not be viable to deliver the class.

Courses are continually reviewed to take advantage of new teaching approaches and developments in research, industry and the professions. Please be aware that modules may change for your year of entry. The exact modules available and their order may vary depending on course updates, staff availability, timetabling and student demand. Please contact the course team for the most up to date module list.

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