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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:
- Competition
- Major Research Project
- Major Final Project
- Critical and Contextual Dissertation
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.
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
£19,636
Entry Level Salary
£6,263
Average Salary
£40,148
Annual openings in Cornwall
2
Potential Salary
£23,589
Entry Level Salary
£5,348
Average Salary
£48,230
Annual openings in Cornwall
9
Potential Salary
£19,769
Entry Level Salary
£9,375
Average Salary
£30,240
Annual openings in Cornwall
7
Potential Salary
£15,297
Entry Level Salary
£7,858
Average Salary
£24,345
Annual openings in Cornwall
4
Potential Salary
£21,941
Entry Level Salary
£15,172
Average Salary
£44,861
Annual openings in Cornwall
45
Potential Salary
£38,718
Entry Level Salary
£18,052
Average Salary
£74,776
Annual openings in Cornwall
7
Potential Salary
£31,481
Entry Level Salary
£18,724
Average Salary
£52,417
Annual openings in Cornwall
5
Potential Salary
£28,262
Entry Level Salary
£17,586
Average Salary
£56,418
Annual openings in Cornwall
