Build your future from the ground up at EKC Sheppey College.
You will gain hands-on, practical experience in the Construction industry with work on real projects, mastering the tools and techniques that professionals use every day.
Construction and the Built Environment
Full Time courses
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Find the trade for you
We offer a variety of courses covering Bricklaying and Carpentry trades, so you can pick the specialism you wish to train in.
Bricklaying
If you are hands-on and enjoy practical challenges, a course in Bricklaying could be for you.
Our industry-standard facilities give you the skills you need to achieve in the industry.
Carpentry
Learn from professionals from the industry to enhance your skills in the carpentry sector.
Our Carpentry workshops give you the opportunity to learn while working with modern tools to help you develop your skills.
Is an Apprenticeship right for you?
Apprenticeships provide you with the skills you need for your chosen career, along with a nationally recognised qualification.
Whether you are interested in an Apprenticeship or studying full-time at College, EKC Sheppey College supports students to progress to their chosen career.
Why study with us?
Dedicated work environments
Our Brick workshop includes individual bays and an outdoor builder’s yard, giving you space to practice your techniques using professional tools.
Carpentry students use specialist benches and industry-standard equipment to complete a range of woodworking tasks, from basic joints to more complex builds.
Get work ready
Alongside your course, you will have the opportunity to work with key employers in the construction industry, including Knauf, a global Construction company based in Sittingbourne.
Our Industry Liaison Officer will help connect you to meaningful work placements that will give you the confidence to enter the construction and built environment industry.
Learn from the professionals
Whichever trade you choose to study, you will learn from an expert who can pass on industry knowledge and give you practical advice for your future career.
Daniel Irwin, Programme Director for Construction, has been in the industry since the age of 16 and now shares his expertise with our students.
Opportunities to compete
You can take part in national and international competitions to showcase your newfound skills, including the annual KFE4Skills Competition.
This gives you a chance to gain confidence in your skills.
Give back to the community
Students take part in regular social action projects, as part of the College pledge to serve the local community.
These activities support your learning while benefiting the wider public.
Hear from our student
Learn how Level 2 Bricklaying learner, Paul, got on at this year’s KFE4Skills in the video.
These annual national and international competitions begin with skills learned in the classroom.
What makes Sheppey a great place to study Construction?
4 October 2024
There are a range of reasons why you should consider studying Construction with us here at EKC Sheppey College.
How you apply for a course at EKC Sheppey College
Step 1 – Find a subject you’re interested in
Explore our range of subject areas on our website and find a course that interests you.
Step 2 – Apply
Click ‘Apply’ and then follow the steps on the Kent Choices application portal.
Step 3 – Come to an Applicant Day
Come along to an Applicant Day in College, where you’ll discover what studying is like and if the course is right for you.
Career prospects
Example:
Construction and Building Trades Supervisor
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£39,000
Annual pay
Annual pay is per year, based on full-time employment and on the South East region.
Role description
Construction and building trades supervisors oversee operations and directly supervise and coordinate the activities of workers in construction and building trades.
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Day in the Life of an EKC Sheppey College Bricklaying student
27 April 2026
If you’re thinking about a future in construction, we caught up with current Level 2 Bricklaying student, Callum, to see what his typical day looks like.
“Having progressed from Level 1, it’s been great to have the support of my teachers.
“Everyone here is there for me and are able to support me as I learn new things.
“Being in the workshop is so much fun. It’s quite a relaxed environment but you do a lot of work that gives you new skills.”
Mitchell
Level 2 Bricklaying
“I enjoy how the course has given me independence, and how easy it has been to start learning new things.
“I chose to study Bricklaying as it’s practical and I’ve had a lot of unique opportunities on this course.
“We’ve been working with Holywell Primary School to price up a job for them, which was a good experience of what I may do in the future.”
Ross
Level 2 Bricklaying
“Starting College was the first time I ever used power tools properly. Now I use all sorts of tools including hacksaws, drills, hammers, mallets and chisels. I also use measuring tapes and pencils to mark everything out carefully.
“I could definitely see myself becoming a carpenter in the future. I enjoy the course and I like learning the skills”
Lawrence
Level 2 Site Carpentry
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