How to become Watch or clock repairer
You can get into this job through:
- a university course
- a college course
- an apprenticeship
- specialist courses run by training organisations
University
There is a small number of university courses in England, covering this subject, for example:
- a degree in horology
- a foundation degree in historic craft practices - clocks
- a diploma in conservation studies - clocks
Entry requirements
You'll usually need:
- at least 1 A level, or equivalent, for a foundation degree
- 2 to 3 A levels, or equivalent, for a degree
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College
You may be able to do a part-time course in clock or watch servicing, which could help you to get a trainee position with a watch and clock repair company.
Entry requirements
Entry requirements for these courses vary.
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Apprenticeship
You could apply for a place on a Watchmaker Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship.
This apprenticeship takes around 2 years to complete.
Entry requirements
To get onto an apprenticeship, you'll find it useful to have:
- 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, including English and maths, for an advanced apprenticeship
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Other Routes
You could take training through the British Horological Institute. They offer short courses for beginners along with more advanced qualifications.
You can study for a professional qualification on the Watchmaker Training Programme at The British School of Watchmaking.
The Worshipful Company of Clockmakers also has details about full-time and part-time training courses.
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Professional and industry bodies
You could join the British Horological Institute and The Worshipful Company of Clockmakers for training opportunities and professional development.
Further information
You can find out more about watch and clockmaking careers from the British Horological Institute.