QQI Level 5 Course Code: 5M2208
Co-ordinator: Cathal Noone
Contact: : cathal.noone1@gretb.ie
Course Outline
The Wood Craft and Design course is new to our college for September 2026. It is envisaged that the course will act as a pathway to apprenticeships, further education, employment or entrepreneurship.
The Wood Craft and Design QQI Level 5 course will enable the learner to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies in the domain of wood craft and design. Students will learn to work independently and under supervision in the wood craft and design field to progress to further and or higher education and training.
Modules
Fees
€175 GCC Student Services Fee applies to all learners.
€150 Course Fees (Materials eg. hardwoods)
€50 QQI Certification Fee applies to all learners except
- Those in receipt of Back to Education Allowance.
- Medical Card Holders (valid at time of Registration)
Non EU Students are subject to an International Fee.
We advise non-EU citizens living outside Ireland to contact the Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service on www.inis.gov.ie to ensure the course you are considering applying for is eligible for a student visa. Non-EU citizens living in Ireland are welcome to apply and require a PPS number (Personal Public Service Number). Non-EU citizens are required to pay a tuition fee set by the Irish government which is currently €3653. Some exemptions apply, for further information, please contact http://www.gretb.ie
Information on Migrant Eligibility to Access FE Programmes is available here.
Work Experience
Work experience takes place one day per week throughout the academic year. It will boost your confidence and develop new capabilities that will help you decide on and plan for a future career in a more realistic and informed way.
Special Features
Learners will have the opportunity to work in two new state-of-the-art rooms. Learners will be given an opportunity to produce a portfolio of work across a range of different disciplines in wood craft including ‘Wood Turning’, ‘Art Woodwork’ (carving, marquetry etc.) and ‘Furniture design’. Learners will have the opportunity to develop their design and presentation skills in a ‘Drawing’ module. The ‘Safety and Health at Work’ module will allow learners to develop their appreciation for the role of safety in the workshop. Learners will study a ‘Communications’ module to develop their communications skills. Finally, learners will engage with 60 hours of work experience throughout the year in a ‘Work Experience’ module.
Entry Requirements
QQI Level 4, minimum of 17 years of age at time of registration, Leaving Certificate/Leaving Certificate Applied, Equivalent qualifications from other countries, relevant life experiences, relevant work experiences and mature students.
Progression
For information please visit our Progression and Career Guidance pages under Student Supports
Opportunities open to students who did not achieve the desired Leaving Certificate to allow entry to your desired course from the CAO system, you can have the opportunity to achieve up to 390 points in a PLC course and gain access to 3rd Level or for mature students who did not complete a Leaving Certificate to gain access to 3rd Level.
Please Note
Galway Community College reserves the right to make changes to any course, to limit the number of places available or to withdraw a course. No part of this information shall be deemed to form a contract between the college and a student or a third party.