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Built Environment

With a variety of trades to choose from, a local skills gap and a projected future growth, there are plenty of opportunities to progress within this sector.

Courses are delivered in industry standard workshops, enabling students to develop the skills required for a career in the sector.

The A Level is an ideal qualification for those who have an interest in careers such as architecture, surveying and construction site management.

News

A Built Environment learner building a wall during Skills Competition Wales

FE colleges join forces with CITB to improve provision and support across construction sector

This year, ColegauCymru, on behalf of their member colleges, signed an agreement with Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) in a move to support the provision of construction qualifications and support for learners, apprentices and employers across Wales. 
A warm welcome to Hannah

A warm welcome to Hannah

There have been some exciting developments at Gower College Swansea lately with the introduction of a new Learning Area called Built Environment, which encompasses courses in plumbing, construction, electrical and energy.

Electrical / mechanical firm welcomes students to site

Students from Gower College Swansea were treated to a recent site visit to Swansea University Bay Campus’ residential development thanks to Swansea-based RDM Electrical and Mechanical Services, who are helping the students to plan their futures for a career in the electrical and mechanical servic