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Furniture maker/(ship) interior builder (bol)

Make your own furniture and interiors

As a furniture maker or (ship) interior builder, you assist in the production of furniture or interiors. You work on cabinets, tables, and chairs, or on complete kitchens, bathrooms, shop or office interiors. You often work under the supervision of an experienced colleague.

Based on a working drawing, you will make custom-made furniture or interior components. You will work primarily with various types of solid wood and sheet materials. You will learn how to handle these materials, the machines, and the tools. Furthermore, you will learn how to use, set up, and maintain the machines. Safety and sustainability are paramount in this process.

Areas of interest

More information.

What are you becoming?

As a furniture maker or (ship) interior builder, you can work for an interior construction company or furniture maker. You can also progress to further education, such as:

  • All-round furniture maker/(ship) interior construction (full-time, level 3) or
  • Entrepreneurial furniture maker/(ship) interior construction (full-time, level 4) or
  • Work Planner Furniture Maker/(Ship) Interior Construction (full-time, level 4).

Graduation Paper Summa Living & Design 2025-2026

What does your education look like?

You attend school four days a week. You are not scheduled to attend school one day a week. We encourage you to work in the furniture industry on this day. In addition, you complete an internship every school year:

  • Year 1: 10 weeks
  • Year 2: 10 weeks

At Summa's De Run location, you'll learn in a renovated, inviting environment full of practical training rooms. You'll be surrounded by people who share your passion for construction, home improvement, and interior design. The positive atmosphere ensures you can thrive.

Education and Examination Regulations (OER)

In the Education and Examination Regulations (OER) of a study program, you can read what you will be doing in which period, how much time is spent on this, and an overview of the exams that will be administered. Find the OER for your study program here.

Search by your Crebo number (see the box on the right of this page) to view the OER for the current academic year. This will give you a general idea of what's expected of you when you start the program. The OER for the upcoming academic year will be available in July.

Statutory tuition fees

The statutory tuition fee for the 2027-2028 academic year is 1.554 euros. Check DUO.nl for possible student finance.

Other costs

For an estimate of the other costs for this program, visit mbowebshop.nl . Every year, all school fees for the following academic year are announced there no later than July 1st. To place an actual order, you must log in with your Summa account.

Laptop

For many study programs, students cannot do without a laptop. Check the overview to see if this applies to your program and download the correct specifications.

Elective courses

During your studies, you choose one or more electives to specialize or to broaden your education. Examples include entrepreneurship, leadership, programming, or a language. Throughout your studies, you will receive more information about the electives you can take. You complete each elective with an exam. Read more about electives.

Study in figures

Study in Figures provides clear information about this program and job market opportunities. Would you like to know more about these figures? Then check out this explanation.

What prior education do you need?

For basic vocational training (level 2) you must meet one of the following conditions:

  • You have a diploma in pre-vocational secondary education (VMBO) with a basic vocational track, a pre-vocational secondary education (VMBO) with a framework vocational track, a pre-vocational secondary education (VMBO) with a theoretical track, or a mixed track.
  • You have an (older) diploma from lbo, vbo, mavo or mavo-vbo.
  • You have an entry-level training or basic vocational training diploma (level 2).
  • You have proof that you have successfully completed the first three years of pre-university or senior general secondary education (havo) or pre-university education (vwo). This proof is recognized by the government.

Getting to know the school and course

You will be invited for a personal interview or introductory meeting where you will get to know the school and we will see if this course is a good fit for you.

Can I contact a teacher or student?

Teachers know what's going on at school. Feel free to ask your questions to our teachers using the contact information below:

WhatsApp
Trainers Ron Rooijackers

E-mail
Trainers Ron Rooijackers

Instagram
DM to @summa_meubel

It is also possible to attend a shadowing day, guided tour, or open day. You can find all activities in our calendar.

What are you becoming?

As a furniture maker or (ship) interior builder, you can work for an interior construction company or furniture maker. You can also progress to further education, such as:

  • All-round furniture maker/(ship) interior construction (full-time, level 3) or
  • Entrepreneurial furniture maker/(ship) interior construction (full-time, level 4) or
  • Work Planner Furniture Maker/(Ship) Interior Construction (full-time, level 4).

Graduation Paper Summa Living & Design 2025-2026

What does your education look like?

You attend school four days a week. You are not scheduled to attend school one day a week. We encourage you to work in the furniture industry on this day. In addition, you complete an internship every school year:

  • Year 1: 10 weeks
  • Year 2: 10 weeks

At Summa's De Run location, you'll learn in a renovated, inviting environment full of practical training rooms. You'll be surrounded by people who share your passion for construction, home improvement, and interior design. The positive atmosphere ensures you can thrive.

Education and Examination Regulations (OER)

In the Education and Examination Regulations (OER) of a study program, you can read what you will be doing in which period, how much time is spent on this, and an overview of the exams that will be administered. Find the OER for your study program here.

Search by your Crebo number (see the box on the right of this page) to view the OER for the current academic year. This will give you a general idea of what's expected of you when you start the program. The OER for the upcoming academic year will be available in July.

Statutory tuition fees

The statutory tuition fee for the 2027-2028 academic year is 1.554 euros. Check DUO.nl for possible student finance.

Other costs

For an estimate of the other costs for this program, visit mbowebshop.nl . Every year, all school fees for the following academic year are announced there no later than July 1st. To place an actual order, you must log in with your Summa account.

Laptop

For many study programs, students cannot do without a laptop. Check the overview to see if this applies to your program and download the correct specifications.

Elective courses

During your studies, you choose one or more electives to specialize or to broaden your education. Examples include entrepreneurship, leadership, programming, or a language. Throughout your studies, you will receive more information about the electives you can take. You complete each elective with an exam. Read more about electives.

Study in figures

Study in Figures provides clear information about this program and job market opportunities. Would you like to know more about these figures? Then check out this explanation.

What prior education do you need?

For basic vocational training (level 2) you must meet one of the following conditions:

  • You have a diploma in pre-vocational secondary education (VMBO) with a basic vocational track, a pre-vocational secondary education (VMBO) with a framework vocational track, a pre-vocational secondary education (VMBO) with a theoretical track, or a mixed track.
  • You have an (older) diploma from lbo, vbo, mavo or mavo-vbo.
  • You have an entry-level training or basic vocational training diploma (level 2).
  • You have proof that you have successfully completed the first three years of pre-university or senior general secondary education (havo) or pre-university education (vwo). This proof is recognized by the government.

Getting to know the school and course

You will be invited for a personal interview or introductory meeting where you will get to know the school and we will see if this course is a good fit for you.

Can I contact a teacher or student?

Teachers know what's going on at school. Feel free to ask your questions to our teachers using the contact information below:

WhatsApp
Trainers Ron Rooijackers

E-mail
Trainers Ron Rooijackers

Instagram
DM to @summa_meubel

It is also possible to attend a shadowing day, guided tour, or open day. You can find all activities in our calendar.

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