The carpentry industry encompasses a wide range of activities relating to working with wood, from the foundational construction of buildings to the creation of intricate, bespoke items. It’s a vital part of the construction sector and includes roles like rough carpentry, finish carpentry, and specialised areas like cabinet making and joinery. The industry is experiencing high demand, driven by construction projects and the need for skills tradespeople.

Studying carpentry can provide you with practical, in-demand skills that can lead to a stable and rewarding career in the construction industry. It opens the door to a wide range of job opportunities, from residential building to commercial projects, with the potential to become self-employed or even start you own business. Additionally, carpentry offers the satisfaction of working hands-on, creating tangible results, and contributing to projects that last for years to come.

Careers can include: 

• Carpenter
• Joiner
• Cabinetmaker
• Shopfitter
• Formwork Carpenter

As a student studying Carpentry at UCS College Group, you will benefit from access to a dedicated construction craft facility for wood occupations and both Bridgwater College and Taunton College. Our well-equipped workshops are supported by modern classrooms and computer facilities, ensuring a strong connection between hands-on practical work and theoretical learning. During the course, you’ll develop key skills through activities such as creating woodwork joints, using a range of carpentry tools – including power tools – and completing first fix carpentry joints.

If you are looking for a hands-on career, working with wood to create a variety of assets, this is the path for you.