A man and a woman working on a wooden structure.

Carpenter

Are you practical and enjoy creating things that are built to last? This programme gives you the skills needed to work as a carpenter, from formwork and construction to interior finishing.

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About the programme

As a carpenter, you can be involved throughout the construction process, from formwork and structural work to interior finishing. The profession is constantly developing with new machinery, techniques and materials, while traditional craftsmanship remains an important part of the work.

The programme is based in Luleå.

Key facts

Study format: On-site
Study pace: Full-time, 50 weeks
Level: Upper secondary
Credits: 1,140
Language of instruction: Swedish
Location: Luleå

Application

The programme starts on:

14 September

  • First admission round: application deadline 21 June
  • Second admission round: application deadline 16 August

16 November

  • Application deadline 4 October

Cost

The programme is free of charge and qualifies for Swedish student finance through CSN.

Entry requirements

To apply, you need to have completed compulsory school or have equivalent knowledge. The programme is primarily intended for people aged 20 or over.

After the programme

As a carpenter, you often work outdoors and sometimes at height. The work can involve heavy lifting, although cranes and other lifting equipment are also used.

Your workplace varies depending on the construction project, so you may move between different worksites relatively frequently.

Further studies

You can continue your studies in areas such as:

  • vocational teacher education in woodwork and metalwork
  • advanced carpentry
  • construction engineering
  • construction management.

Good to know

You pay for your own course materials and any required protective equipment.

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Contact

Education administration

E-mail: larcentrum@boden.se

Phone: +46 921 627 52