This one-year course is designed to provide you with the knowledge, understanding and skills to become a qualified bricklayer.

You will be shown how to use a range of specialised brickwork techniques, develop employability skills and meet key employers in the trade.

You will study a range of topics including:

  • Repair and maintain masonry structures
  • Health, safety and welfare in construction and associated industries
  • Analysing the construction industry and built environment
  • Analysing technical information, quantities and communication with others
  • Construct decorative features
  • Construct complex masonry structures
  • Construct chimneys and fireplace structures

You will have the opportunity to:

  • Work in industry-standard facilities at our Construction Centre
  • Learn from industry professionals
  • Develop wider skills such as employability and teamwork
  • Undertake work placements wherever possible
  • Participate in industry competitions and inter-college challenges

  • Level 2 in Bricklaying
  • Other relevant experience and qualifications will be considered on an individual basis
  • GCSE English and Maths can be studied alongside your chosen course
  • You will also undertake initial diagnostic tests and interview before starting the course

You can apply using our online application form and clicking the Apply Now button at the top of this page. For more information support with your enquiry or application please contact Student Services by emailing info@rotherham.ac.uk or by calling 01709 362111.

  • Higher National Certificate Level 4 Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment at University Centre Rotherham (UCR), or a similar course at another university
  • An advanced apprenticeship

If you need further advice or guidance please contact the Enquiries Team on 01709 362111.

You will require to be equipped with PPE clothing including work trousers and safety shoes or boots.

I really enjoy the practical side of my course and being able to build things and watch it all work. After my course, I’m planning to become self employed.
Jordan Stevens Plumbing - Former Student of Saint Pius Catholic School
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We make every effort to ensure information within our online course directory is accurate and a true representation of the courses we are offering in 2025 – 26. However, we do reserve the right to make changes if necessary.