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Do you want to start a career in construction among experienced professionals? Construction apprenticeships offer the perfect way to gain practical skills and real-world experience on the route to becoming a qualified tradesperson or construction manager. In this guide, we walk you through applying for a construction apprenticeship with tips from employers about what they look for in an apprentice.

The built environment encompasses lots of courses and professions, so outline your reasons for wanting to study the particular building and construction course you’re applying for, and what fascinates you about buildings and how they’re made.

The UK construction industry needs to recruit more workers and diversify it’s workforce – how can this be achieved?

There is a growing range of apprenticeships — giving you the opportunity to enter careers in industries such as computer science, engineering, construction, to retail and accountancy. Find out about exploring your options, and how to search and apply for an apprenticeship in Northern Ireland.

Patricka Brice-Laughton has completed a HNC in Construction and the Built Environment (Civil Engineering) at Wiltshire College & University Centre and is currently in her first year at University of the West of England doing a BSc (Hons) Construction Project Management.

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Take a look at our tailored guides and get access to top tips from employers and existing apprentices to guide you through the application process.

Interested in an apprenticeship? Check out some of the great resources, useful hints and tips, and vacancies UCAS has to offer.

Everything you need to know about apprenticeships in England, including what they are, entry requirements, and more.

Consider all the options available to you before you begin your application. Find out what places are really like, attend events, research industries, and make sure you're clear on what you want to do before you proceed.

Facts about BTEC diplomas: who they are for, the different types, how they are taught, what you need to get on one, and what you can do afterwards.

By David Morgan, Chief Executive, Career Development Institute

By Clare Marchant, Chief Executive of UCAS.

Following feedback from the Higher Education sector, the Department for Education is hosting webinars

Following feedback from the Higher Education sector, the Department for Education is hosting two webinars

The Department for Education would like to share some useful documents to support with understanding

The Department for Education would like to share some useful documents to support with understanding

The first T Level Technical Qualification (TQ) specifications have been published by awarding organisations

The following new exam levels are now available:

Below are the latest updates on our developments.