Leeds College of Building

Build
Greatness

Building careers for generations

Leeds College of Building is the UK’s only specialist further education college focused solely on construction and the built environment.

Today, the UK construction industry is booming. The sector employs over 2 million people across a huge range of trades and professions and contributes billions of pounds to the UK economy.

With growing skills shortages and ambitious Government targets for new housing, infrastructure projects, and attaining net-zero carbon, there’s never been a better time to get into construction!

Our Values

The new face of construction

LCB has a new look. We’ve rebranded to reflect a bold new era in construction education. Our modern, forward-thinking identity still represents our high standards, now with a renewed focus on innovation, inclusivity and opportunity.

What We Offer

Whether you’re just getting started in the construction industry or are looking to progress your career, we have the courses to get you where you want to be.

School Leavers

If you’re finishing school and are considering what comes next, these are the courses for you.

Degrees

Looking for degree options? Look no further. Our higher education courses build on your industry experience.

Adult & Part-time

Changing career has never been so easy. With a national skills shortage, construction is the right path for you.

Apprenticeships

Combine work experience with your study. We have apprenticeship programs to suit all ages and abilities.

The Home of Construction

Leeds College of Building has a national reputation for excellence when it comes to construction and built environment training.

We attract apprentices from as far away as Cornwall to Newcastle –because they know we offer some of the best and most specialised training in the business.

From specialist workshops to high-tech digital suites, our state-of-the-art facilities are built to deliver the best construction training. Students learn in environments that mirror real-life industry settings, gaining skills that translate directly to the workplace.

Our experienced tutors bring industry knowledge straight into the classroom, combining hands-on learning with real-world insight to prepare students for successful careers. We welcome our construction partners to help us shape our curriculum, ensuring our students have all the skills ready for site.

We’re proud that our college isn’t just shaping individual futures, we also support the wider community. We work with employers, local communicaties and industry partners to meet the skills gap and drive economic growth.

Whether you’re starting your journey or upskilling for the future, LCB is where construction careers are built.

Why study with us

At Leeds College of Building we offer a great alternative to other educational institutions. Courses are based on careers in building services, construction and engineering sectors.

A career to be proud of

With high starting salaries, rewarding career progression, and the potential to be your own boss, there’s never been a better time to enter the world of construction.

Built around you

Whatever your situation and wherever you are on your journey, we have courses to suit your lifestyle and aspirations.

The student lifestyle

There’s more to life than just hard work! At LCB, our range of extracurricular activities make you feel part of something beyond your study.

Our
Partners

We’re proud to work with our industry leading partners to offer unrivalled opportunities, apprenticeships, and placements to our students.

WHAT OUR STUDENTS THINK

Find out what our students have to say about their time at LCB

Zuhair Zafar

Design, Surveying and Planning T level

“The lovely Employability Team at college helped me find my work placement with the Morgan Sindall Group at their site in Woodhouse. The project involved a school extension, and I joined as a placement Quantity Surveyor.”

Parents of Molly Fulton

Quantity Surveyor Apprenticeship

“As a parent, I wanted Molly to have a clear career path, and I wasn’t convinced A-levels would provide that. When we visited Leeds College of Building, it was relaxed, friendly, and career-focused.”

Brandon Perry

Civil Engineering Apprenticeship

“I’m fuelled by responsibility, so this course gave me the autonomy to manage my own projects whilst having the safety net of guidance and support when needed. It’s the perfect blend challenge and mentorship. .”

Rye Kilburn

Full time Plastering Course

“My favourite part of the course is just learning the trade. There’s something really satisfying about seeing the plaster go on the wall and knowing you’re getting closer to where you want to be. Every time I’m working, I feel like I’m moving toward my career goals.”