Furniture Making & Woodworking
Our Furniture Making and Design course offers a comprehensive introduction to the art and craft of furniture making. Students will develop essential skills in design principles, traditional furniture making techniques and an understanding of both natural and man-made materials.
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
1 year
Entry Requirements
For Level 5 courses:
Over 17 years of age and successful completion of upper secondary education (i.e. 5th and 6th year) or equivalent
AND
Successful completion of a Leaving Certificate (or equivalent international qualification)
OR
Successful completion of a Level 4 major award (or equivalent international qualification)
For Level 6 courses:
The basic entry requirement to all full-time Level 6 programmes is the successful completion of a Level 5 major award (or equivalent international qualification)
Applicants who do not meet these requirements, and who are between 17 and 23 years old, will be referred to our Guidance Counsellor.
Garda Vetting (Clearance)
Garda Vetting (police / criminal records clearance) is a requirement on courses where students have access to children or vulnerable adults. Students must be vetted for clearance by the Gardaí prior to attending work experience. It is your responsibility to obtain Garda Vetting Clearance / criminal records clearance.
Students who have lived outside the jurisdiction of Ireland /Northern Ireland, and for whom Garda vetting / clearance is unavailable, are required to provide verifiable evidence of criminal records clearance from the relevant police authorities.
We will provide you with information about making an application for clearance, but it is your responsibility to complete any necessary application and to obtain clearance. If you are offered a place on a course, you will be issued with information at registration.
Careers / Further progression
Progression
Education (Design, Graphics and Construction) Bachelor of Science (Honours) AU680.
Furniture Design and Manufacture Bachelor of Science (Honours) AU681
Furniture Design, Making and Technology Bachelor of Science (Honours) AU683
Furniture Making and Architectural Woodworking
Bachelor of Science (Honours) AU682 BSc Set Design and Construction level 7 SE735 Careers
Furniture Designer/Maker Bespoke Wood Turner
Further information
These means-tested maintenance grants are available to eligible students attending approved full-time courses of further education, in approved Post Leaving Certificate (PLC) centres.
Applications are made online to Student Universal Support Ireland (SUSI) through www.studentfinance.ie www.susi.ie
You will be invited to an interview – this is to make sure that you’ve made the right choice!
Applications will be open online for 2025 entry at the end of January 2025. Students may apply online at www.carlowinstitute.ie
The programme covers everything from conceptual design and model making, to veneering and wood turning. With a strong emphasis on creativity and project based practical experience, this course prepares students for a variety of careers. Whether you aim to pursue higher education in design and furniture making or wish to continue honing your skills in the furniture industry, this course provides a solid foundation. Join us to transform your passion into professional expertise and open doors to a variety of career opportunities.
What Makes This Course Special
Create your own portfolio
Personal Tool Kit for the year
Ability to design and create.
Work with our Furniture experts
End of year exhibition
Excellent progression routes
Course Content
Design Skills
Drawing
Furniture Making
Veneering and Marquetry
Wood Turning
Communications
Work Experience
5M2012 - Furniture Design & Making
Certification
QQI Level 5 Certificate in Furniture Design 5M2012
Course is subject to minimum enrolment. The programme content shown is indicative and is subject to change according to Awarding Body requirements as well as enrolment and resources.
Phone: 059 913 4230
Email: Email: Info@CarlowInstitute.ie
Web: www.Carlowinstitute.ie