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BTEC Technical Diploma in Blacksmithing

Plumpton College

Ditchling Road, Plumpton, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 3AE

BTEC Technical Award L1/2
Level 2
Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies

Available start dates

Available start dates

Monday, 06 September 2027
Plumpton College
1 Year(s)
Full time
Daytime/working hours

Course Summary

Blacksmithing and metalwork are important skills that are in demand across a range of industries.

This one-year programme has been developed to help you gain the skills needed to succeed in the blacksmithing and metalworking industries. You’ll learn drawing and computer-aided design (CAD), alongside relevant theoretical, artistic, contemporary and historical knowledge. You’ll also develop hands-on metalworking skills, including forging and welding.

Suitable for school leavers and adult learners interested in developing their metalworking skills, this programme will give you a range of valuable skills and qualifications.

The programme provides a natural progression route to Level 3 Blacksmithing and Metalworking for students who have developed competence in forge work and other aspects of the course.

Qualifications gained:

  • NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Creative Crafts (Heritage and Traditional Crafts)
  • City & Guilds Level 1 Award in TIG Welding
  • UAL Level 2 Award in Drawing
  • Level 2 Computer-Aided Design (CAD)
  • Certificate in the Safe Use of Abrasive Wheels (angle grinders)
  • GCSEs in English and Maths, for those without Grade 4 or above

Course Details

  • Use materials, tools and equipment to develop craft techniques
  • Investigate creative enterprise and employment opportunities
  • Develop craft ideas
  • Safe working practices for forging
  • Create, present and evaluate a final heritage and traditional crafts item
  • Sample portfolio, rationale, final project and evaluation
  • MIG welding in different positions
  • Drawing materials and methods, drawing and measurement
  • CAD: creating drawing templates, producing basic drawings and developing CAD designs

How will it be delivered and assessed?

This programme is assessed through coursework assignments covering both practical and theory work. Assignments are scheduled throughout the academic year.

Entry requirements

4 GCSEs at grade 3 and above to include English and Maths OR a Level 1 in a related subject plus English and Maths, at least grade 3 or Functional skills level 1


Equipment required

Students on a 14-16, Level 1, 2, 3, or Foundation Learning course may be required to purchase equipment such as a uniform, PPE, or kit before starting their course. Material fees are applicable depending depending on the course studied. Equipment & PPE

Your next steps...

  • Level 3 Blacksmithing
  • Level 3 Jewellery Making

Additional information

https://www.plumpton.ac.uk/course/level-2-blacksmithing/

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