Requirements for course application

Woodworking skills still unknown? Don't worry!

Applicants to the school are often surprised to learn that experience in woodworking is not an absolute pre-requisite for entry into our full time furniture design and woodworking course.

 

Enthusiasm and a passion for furniture making, however, are essential. Age is no barrier, (18+) and our course caters for a variety of backgrounds from school leavers to post graduates, mid career change to realising a lifetime interest in woodworking, restoration and furniture design.

 

Woodworking skills

Each of the 20 successful applicants receives one to one tuition and around 1500 hours of practical carpentary bench work, so extensive woodworking experience is not essential. Our experience shows that even the least experienced student quickly acquires the furniture making skills needed to meet the demands of the course. The most important attributes are enthusiasm and a capacity for hard work.

 

A TOEFL score of 400 or IELTS level 5 is adequate for participation in our course. The school can recommend experienced language tutors for one to one tuition or group work. We find that living and working in an English-speaking environment is a great way to improve language skills. With students from all over the world, communication is central to our success.

 

Financial security

Students must provide evidence that they have sufficient income to support themselves during the course, as well as pay course fees.

 

The school organises an end of year show where students can opt to sell their furniture to recoup, at least in part, the costs of their tuition.

For more details about course costs and living expenses see fees and dates or

Request more information through our Enquiry Form or email our friendly and informed staff.