Level 2 Boat Building

Course Overview

Course Type:

Full Time

Available at:

Southampton

Course Area:

Engineering Maritime & Motor

Course Duration:

1 Year

Available at:

Southampton

The Course in Detail

*This is a progression only course. There is no direct entry without first completing Level 1 Plumbing or a similar qualification.

This course will provide you with an advanced level of knowledge and skills in traditional methods of boat building as well as modern engineering techniques, enabling you to enter employment as a boatbuilder or to progress your career in the marine industry. It covers marine joinery, construction of hulls and boat structures and the use of composites materials.

You will benefit from our industry expert lecturers and fantastic training facilities at our Maritime Centre of Excellence.

The Boat Building (Advanced) qualification includes:

Safe and effective working in the marine industry
Business improvement techniques
Principles of boat construction
Construction and repair of hulls and boat structures
Fibre reinforced plastics technology for marine construction

As part of the course you will also take part in industry trips and activities including networking events, industry visits and guest lectures. Previous events have included:

Southampton Boat Show
Guest speakers
Opportunities to work on industry and community projects
Work experience
Industry week activities

Entry Requirements & Progression

What You'll Need

You will need a relevant Level 1 qualification (merit or distinction grade) including GCSE English, maths and science at grades 3-9, or equivalent.

This Could Lead to

Once completed you may be able to progress onto the Level 3 T Level Composite Manufacturing Technologies (Boat Building) or an apprenticeship.

You can also work in marine construction or marine engineering.

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Availability & Enrolment

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Level 2 Boat Building

Course Overview

Course Type:

Available at:

Course Area:

Course Duration:

Available at:

The Course in Detail

Entry Requirements & Progression

What You'll Need

This Could Lead to

Join us at our next Open Event!

Click the Our Events button below to explore upcoming dates.

Availability & Enrolment

College Life & Student Support Services

College information

Staff resources

Parent resources

Student resources