Contemporary Guitar Making and Repair is an immersive, practice-led programme that develops the full spectrum of skills required to design, construct, repair, evaluate, and refine contemporary fretted instruments.
Combining traditional lutherie with modern workshop practice, acoustic science, digital technologies, and advanced tool-making, the course equips learners with the technical expertise, conceptual understanding, and professional competencies needed for careers in instrument making, repair, and craft-based creative industries.
Over the course of study, learners progress from foundational repair skills into increasingly sophisticated construction and diagnostic techniques. Supported by extensive supervised workshop time, students develop advanced fine-motor skills, craftsmanship, and embodied decision-making.
Entry requirements
Our courses are designed as a progressive pathway, with flexible entry points for different experience levels. Completing the full sequence within a discipline provides complete training from beginner to industry-ready standard.
Previous Woodwork experience is recommended.
Please note, the courses are for adults 18+
Assessment & Progression
There are no formal examinations for this course. Assessment is continuous and based on practical skills in making and adapting to the workshop environment, evaluated through tutor observation. In addition, a peer evaluation will be completed, and a summative assessment will be completed through a portfolio of tasks completed throughout the academic year.
Students can progress onto other specialist courses offered.
Course Fees
This is a full cost course, £4,000.
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