construction courses AT HULL COLLEGE
Thinking about a career that’s hands-on, practical, and always in demand? Construction could be the perfect fit for you! If you aspire to be a Bricklayer, Joiner, Plumber or Painter & Decorator, then look no further.
What is construction?
Construction is all about creating, shaping, and maintaining the spaces where we live, work, and play. It’s one of the UK’s largest industries – and one that’s growing fast. Since 2015, the number of jobs in Hull and East Yorkshire has risen by 28%, an increase of 3,455 roles, making it one of the region’s fastest-expanding sectors.
Nationally, an additional 251,500 workers will be needed by 2028 to meet demand, meaning skilled professionals are in high demand. From Bricklaying, Carpentry and Joinery, and Painting and Decorating, to Plastering, Plumbing, and Construction and the Built Environment, you’ll find a pathway that suits your interests and ambitions here at Hull College.
Our courses provide the building blocks for your future. You’ll train in realistic workshop environments, gain valuable hands-on experience, and learn from tutors with years of industry expertise. With strong employer links and the chance to take on industry placements, you’ll graduate ready to start your career or progress to higher-level study.
Our Construction courses
Explore our full range of construction courses and discover the skills and training you need to begin building your future career…
Build on your existing plumbing knowledge, this Level 3 course develops advanced plumbing and heating skills, preparing you for progression into an apprenticeship or skilled employment within the industry.
If you want a practical career with strong earning potential, this course gives you the essential skills and experience needed to start working in the plumbing industry or progress onto…
Progressing from the Level 1 Painting Study Programme, this Level 2 course teaches you further painting skills including how to apply water-borne paint, wallpapering basics for both walls and ceilings…
This programme gives you the opportunity to develop practical, hands-on woodworking skills in a fully equipped college workshop. You’ll learn how to craft, install, and repair a range of wooden…
updated workshops
We’re investing in the future of construction – and in your future too!
Our workshops are undergoing a £5million transformation to reflect the latest industry standards. These developments bring together traditional trades with modern green and sustainable practices, ensuring you’re learning in environments that match the needs of today’s sector.
The upgrades include significant improvements across our Brickwork, Carpentry & Joinery, Painting & Decorating, Plastering, and Plumbing workshops. Once complete, students will benefit from cutting-edge spaces designed to support high-quality, skills-focused training.
All works are scheduled for completion in summer 2026, meaning now is the perfect time to join a college that’s committed to delivering first-class construction training for the next generation of industry professionals.
Join the Journey
At Hull College we’re on a journey. One that will see us bring world class education and skills to Hull and East Yorkshire. We can’t wait for you to join us.
The transition from school to college is so easy. Getting to know staff early on was reassuring – it was clear that they genuinely want to support all students and are always happy to offer advice or guidance. The environment here makes you feel prepared, motivated, and ready to take on new challenges
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