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BA (Hons) Silversmithing and Jewellery
Unique to Cornwall, this course is perfect for those looking to extend and develop personal practice within Jewellery or silversmithing. Modules of the course give students the opportunity to explore their own interests both technical and aesthetic enabling them to foster their own personal practice.
Why choose this course?
This one year programme is equivalent to the final year of a degree course. Students should have already completed a Foundation Degree or HND in a relevant subject.
The further development of design skills and contextual research in a contemporary craft field will confidently facilitate entering the professional workplace as a silversmith of jewellery designer craftsperson. Students will also have the opportunity to exhibit their work in several professional settings throughout the course to prepare them for a career within the industry. There will be the opportunity to develop traditional craftsmanship in areas such as raising, planishing, box making, making settings and findings, setting stones as well as researching new technologies.
Top Course Highlights
small classes
excellent tutor support
Practical work
First hand experience
You will be encouraged to take on commissions and jewellery repairs to gain first-hand experience of working with real clients. The course is designed to develop the technical and design skills suitable for the student to enter the professional working environment.
Creative assignments
Through problem-solving assignments you will be expected to take an energetic and creative approach to a range of craft skills, materials and technologies, developing a high level of professional competence.
Traditional Craftmanship
There will be the opportunity to develop traditional craftsmanship in areas such as raising, planishing, box making, making settings and findings, setting stones as well as researching new technologies.
What will i learn?
Modules you could study:
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Competition
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Technical Research
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Final Major Project
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Research Methods and Dissertation
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Promoting Own Personal Practice
Methods of Study:
Research, workshop practice, studio practice, presentations and work-related visits. You will be assessed through a
portfolio, design sketchbook, practical journal, presentations and dissertation.
Where will it take me?
Your work will be exhibited in professional situations and exhibitions, we expect you to involve yourself in promotional opportunities, preparing work for public exhibition – which includes pricing – and having the ability to discuss your work with the
public.
On completion of the BA (Hons) Silversmithing and Jewellery, students can enter the craft industry or arts administration. Students could also progress to postgraduate study including teacher training.
Graduates have been known to go on to be:
- Professional Silversmithing Craftworker
- Jewellery Designer-maker
- Arts Administrator
- Art Gallery Director
Assesment Arrangements
Research, workshop practice, studio practice, presentations and work-related visits. You will be assessed through a portfolio, design sketchbook, practical journal, presentations and dissertation.
Entry Requirements
If you have successfully completed a Foundation Degree or HND in Jewellery, silversmithing of a related course, you may be able to progress onto this stage. Applicants will need to provide evidence of their technical proficiency and a suitable portfolio.
Additional information
Awarding Body:
University of Plymouth
Duration:
One year full time, part-time route available
How to Apply:
UCAS Course Code: W724
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What you could earn
Potential Salary
£50,364
Entry Level Salary
£14,159
Average Salary
£27,733
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7
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£60,482
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£18,822
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£34,440
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17
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£30,955
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£9,188
Average Salary
£21,039
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4
Potential Salary
£35,888
Entry Level Salary
£15,618
Average Salary
£24,705
Annual openings in Cornwall
3
Potential Salary
£63,515
Entry Level Salary
£25,514
Average Salary
£36,890
Annual openings in Cornwall
10
Potential Salary
£73,902
Entry Level Salary
£25,802
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£42,125
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2
Potential Salary
£39,626
Entry Level Salary
£15,119
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£26,084
Annual openings in Cornwall
15
Potential Salary
£43,579
Entry Level Salary
£16,697
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£30,694
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