Major revamp of college construction department

A major refurbishment of Preston College’s construction department is set to get underway.Architecture, design and master planning practice Frank Whittle Partnership (FWP) is leading the project which will support the introduction of new professional construction T-Level courses.The college is one of almost 50 further education establishments sharing a £48.5m pot from the Department for Education to fund refurbishments in advance of the new courses.FWP’s design work includes remodelling the building, with the creation of a bright, modern exterior and a new mezzanine level for the delivery of the T-Level courses.The revamp of the construction department building on its Fulwood campus will ensure learners have access to the latest technology and equipment, combined with high-specification industry-standard facilities.From September, Preston College will be offering the T-Level in Professional Construction; Construction Surveying and Design.The building work is being carried out by Longridge-based construction company Carefoot.