Jewellery and Silversmithing - HND

4.5
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  • Spaces in the workshop and the workshops should be more regular. There are many shops in the city. The clubs are so friendly and helpful. I would highly recommend it to the people
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HND

In Birmingham

Price on request

Description

  • Type

    HND

  • Location

    Birmingham

  • Duration

    2 Years

Based within a stimulating and dynamic environment, the School of Jewellery’s HND course is unique within the UK and has an excellent reputation within the industry, with our students and graduates employed at all levels, locally and internationally.

As an HND student, you will be working on live, collaborative and customer-facing projects, broadening your experience through our industry-focussed curriculum. Working at authentic jewellers’ benches, you will develop traditional skills alongside knowledge of contemporary cutting-edge technology.

Our course will immerse you in the world of jewellery and silversmithing as you create pieces in precious and non-precious metals. You will produce pieces by hand and by mechanical means, with a particular focus on manipulating metal.

The practical, design-led nature of the course gives you plenty of opportunity for hands-on workshop experience to hone your skills. You’ll develop practical experience of materials and tools, alongside techniques in drawing and model making to develop your design processes.

You’ll have access to the latest equipment such as laser welders and 2D and 3D CAD software packages, as well as casting and plating workshops.

Dedicated staff with professional experience will offer advice, support and industry contacts. You’ll be encouraged to enter national and international competitions, and you’ll also have fantastic opportunities to work on live projects with industry.

Field trips and study visits add colour and relevance to your studies, and support an understanding of commercial jewellery manufacturing environments.

Facilities

Location

Start date

Birmingham (West Midlands)
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82-86 Vittoria St, B1 3PA

Start date

On request

About this course

OpportUNIty: Student Jobs on Campus ensures that our students are given a first opportunity to fill many part-time temporary positions within the University. This allows you to work while you study with us, fitting the job around your course commitments. By taking part in the scheme, you will gain valuable experiences and employability skills, enhancing your prospects in the job market.

Minimum overall score of 6.0, with 6.0 in writing and no less than 5.5 in the remaining three skills.
DD / 48 UCAS points
A maximum of 3 subjects are considered. These can be other A/S Levels (as long in a different subject) A-Levels or Level 3 equivalents.
Considered with a maximum of 2 other Level 3 qualifications (AS Levels must be in different subject to A-Levels) to obtain 48 pts

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4.5
  • Spaces in the workshop and the workshops should be more regular. There are many shops in the city. The clubs are so friendly and helpful. I would highly recommend it to the people
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4.6
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Course rating

Recommended

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4.5
26/05/2019
About the course: Spaces in the workshop and the workshops should be more regular. There are many shops in the city. The clubs are so friendly and helpful. I would highly recommend it to the people
Would you recommend this course?: Yes
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2020

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Subjects

  • Design
  • CAD
  • Materials
  • Technology
  • Industry
  • Casting
  • Production
  • Hand Skills
  • Luxury Jewellery Branding
  • Silversmithing Skills
  • Fine Jewellery Techniques
  • Professional Context
  • Advanced Production
  • Practical Stone
  • Silver Jewellery Making

Course programme

Year one

You’ll be given an introduction to the industry and the tools, materials and processes used. The course is based around traditional techniques and projects, with hands-on workshops.

Each project involves a new jewellery or silversmithing technique or process. You’ll work on both large and small scale metalwork and related design processes.

Demonstrations from experts, as well as field trips, will help you understand the techniques and processes and gain networking opportunities.

In order to complete this course a student must successfully complete all the following CORE modules (totalling 100 credits):
  • Fundamental Hand Skills
  • Fundamental Silversmithing Skills
  • Fundamental Production Processes
In order to complete this course a student must successfully complete at least 20 credits from the following list of OPTIONAL modules:
  • Fine Jewellery Techniques
  • Introduction to Gemmology
  • CAD for Bespoke Production
  • Silversmithing and Objects
Core modules are guaranteed to run. Optional modules will vary from year to year and the published list is indicative only.

Year two

You’ll develop your skills in CAD work and build up your professional portfolio. This year also develops your advanced jewellery skills relating to traditional diamond mounting and diamond grading.

A live project forms a compulsory part of your studies this year. Birmingham-based precious metal casting and rapid-prototyping company, Weston Beamor submit a brief to create jewellery and give you the chance to gain recognition, prizes and valuable work experience.

Awards are presented at a prestigious trade fair in Birmingham providing great publicity and networking opportunities.

In order to complete this course a student must successfully complete all the following CORE modules (totalling 100 credits):
  • Advanced Production Processes
  • Professional Context
  • Specialist Practice
In order to complete this course a student must successfully complete at least 20 credits from the following list of OPTIONAL modules:
  • Practical Stone Setting
  • Luxury Jewellery Branding
  • Live Project
Core modules are guaranteed to run. Optional modules will vary from year to year and the published list is indicative only.

Additional information

UCAS Code: 72WW

International students
Award: HND Starting: Sep 2021
Mode - Full Time
Duration - 2 years
Fees - £13,200 per year

Jewellery and Silversmithing - HND

Price on request