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Diploma in Trowel Trades and Masonry Skills

TR3-O01-26 Institute for the Trades

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

Not Applicable, does not include WBL

Course Description

This programme of study aims to provide the learner with skills and practice in trowel trades and masonry skills. Various techniques will be explored such as restoration of old houses, floor laying, gypsum, plastering, painting, and plumbing with additional focus on design and materials. The programme will be taught through a hands-on approach in a workshop and industrial setting to provide both practice and applied theory. The programme focuses on giving learner the opportunity to apply their skills through project-based learning.

Career Opportunities

Entry Requirements

Internal Progression Routes…

  • 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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