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Diploma in Joinery and Furniture Making

BL3-A04-25 Institute of Engineering and Transport Building Services Department

Programme of Study offered on Full Time basis as per MCAST Course Offering – Prospectus 2026/27
It is recommended that you visit How to Apply for further information regarding how to submit an online application, as well as important Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs).
MQF / EQF LevelLevel 3
Duration1 Year Full-time
ECTS Credits60 ECTS Credits
Work Based Learning

Apprenticeship

Course Description

This course of study includes theoretical knowledge and practical training both in College-based industrial workshops and also on work placements. Technical and practical lessons cover measuring, cutting, preparing and assembling timber and timber board products to make interior fittings such as kitchen cabinets, doors and window frames. The learners will be expected to participate individually and in teams to produce simple products from solid wood and composite materials. Learners will be trained in the practical handling of hand and power tools and simple woodworking machines. This course also provides learners with the opportunity to further develop their knowledge of key skills subjects such as Mathematics, Science, English, Maltese, Information Technology.

Career Opportunities
  • Assistant Joiner,
  • Assistant Carpenter
Entry Requirements

Internal Progression Route…

  • Any MCAST MQF Level 2 Foundation Certificate

OR

2 subjects at SEC / SSC&P / SSQP, or equivalent, with a Pass Grade / Level 3

Other notes related to this programme

An Applicant aged 19 years and over, and not in possession of the above Entry Requirements, may wish to apply via the Maturity Clause route.  Applicants under Maturity Clause must still present clear documentation showing that they have a number of achievements in hand together with their School Leaving formal Certificate / document (to confirm their successful completion of compulsory schooling).  Age is not the only eligibility factor in such instances.  Besides documents showing their past achievements, applicants must present a detailed CV using the Europass format, as well as the most recent official JobsPlus Employment History.

 

Further important information can be found under the respective Admissions FAQ https://mcast.edu.mt/maturity-clause/ 

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