Five Benefits to Studying at University-Level

Higher Education opens doors for your career, whether you’re starting out in the industry or aiming to sharpen your skills for the next stage of progression. Here’s a quick look at five clear benefits that come with studying a University-level course at EKC Folkestone College. 

Boost Your Career Progression 

University-level courses can be the key to unlocking better roles and higher salaries. By advancing your qualifications, you show employers that you have the knowledge, experience, and motivation to excel.  

EKC Folkestone College also offers careers advice and access to guidance sessions to help you plan a clear path for your future.  

Advance Your Skills While Working 

Our University-level programmes are designed to fit around your busy schedule. Part-time courses make it easier than ever to gain new qualifications without pausing your career. Keep earning while enhancing your skill set.  

Networking 

Our staff come from construction industry backgrounds, bringing real-world insights into the curriculum. These connections could lead to collaborations or mentorships with others in the industry.  

You’ll also study alongside like-minded colleagues, creating opportunities to expand your professional circle.  

Hands-On Experience 

Our course in construction management offers access to the latest technologies and tools in the fields as well as access to support for skills competitions such as World Skills Competitions and the annual KFE4Skills Competition. 

This experience of using modern equipment prepares you for the workforce and helps to boost your CV when competing for the next role. 

Access to Resources 

Our Construction and Built facilities include carpentry, bricklaying, plastering, bench joinery, painting and decorating workshops. Our two-year Construction Management course is designed to develop the skills you need to work in a range of technical, professional and management roles in the construction industry. 

EKC Folkestone College University-level courses support your career progression, whether you’re aiming to progress in your career or enter a new field of work. Come along to our next Open Day to find out more.