The programme offers talented, enthusiastic and committed craftspeople the opportunity to enhance their vocational skills with the design knowledge, work experience and coaching necessary to succeed in a career in the traditional building sector. The programme comprises an intensive, three-week Residential Summer School; a short course on small business skills; a short course on retro-fitting old buildings; and seven months of work placements with master craftspeople on traditional new building schemes and conservation projects. Successful applicants will want to bridge the gap between basic qualifications and becoming a master craftsperson. Successful applicants will be rewarded with an eight-month programme of courses and work placements, during which they will be given the opportunity to develop their craftsmanship and use their skills in a broad, holistic building context alongside other building professionals. Successful applicants will receive a monthly bursary for the duration of the programme and the programme carries an NVQ 3 in Heritage Skills.