Course Overview
The Level 2 Diploma in Brickwork at Nescot is a one year course, available on a full or part-time basis to fit around your existing commitments.
The course is a combination of practical and theory sessions enabling you to gain good practical skills with underpinning job knowledge of brickwork.
Entry Requirements
You will need to hold a Level 1 Diploma in Brickwork and a Functional skills qualification at the required level for the course.
You will have an informal advisory interview with a construction tutor. Your discussion with the tutor will be for approximately 30 minutes and you will have the opportunity to ask questions and find out more about the content of the course.
English & Maths : GCSE Grade 3 and 2 or Level 1 Functional skills and Level 1 Brickwork.
What the course covers
You will work towards achieving 6 units of competence, a Synoptic Practical Assignments and an end of year GOLA examination. To support your programme you will be required to attend English classes.
Unit Details:
‚ Quantities and communicating 2
‚ Building methods and construction technology 2
‚ Setting out masonry structures
‚ Thin joint masonry and cladding
‚ Solid walling
‚ Cavity walling.
You will be given details of the course materials, stationery and health and safety equipment you will require when you enrol on the programme.
This CSKILLS/NOCN qualification is recognised by the construction industry as a training programme, however it does not qualify for the award of a CSCS Card.
For more information about the Construction Skills Card Scheme please visit www.cscs.uk.com
Fees and funding
Overseas fees: £3,129.20
Funded fees: £2,629.20
The fees displayed are for 2026/27 entry. They may increase in following years. They are payable by adults aged 19+ unless you qualify for a concessionary fee.
Tuition fees may be waived or reduced if you are on a low income or receive certain benefits. This will be assessed at enrolment.
For more information about financial support, please visit our Student Finance and Bursaries page. Click here for the Student Finance and Bursaries page
Progression
You may progress on to Level 3 Brickwork, an apprenticeship or alternatively seek employment.
Duration
34 weeks (6 hours per week : Mondays & Tuesdays from 6 – 9pm)