Jewellery and Silversmithing, BA (Hons)

Course summary

Our programme aims to produce designers who create fresh, exuberant work demonstrating originality and innovation.We encourage you to combine new technologies with traditional techniques, using a range of materials, including:

• precious or semi-precious metal and gemstones

• plastics

• wood

• paper

• stone

• textiles

Alongside your practical studio work, you will gain a contextual and theoretical understanding of contemporary design through our Design and Screen Cultures courses.Why Edinburgh?You will be joining a programme with:

• an outstanding international reputation

• an impressive track record of employability and strong industry links

• expert staff who regularly exhibit their work and lecture internationally

Our staff are committed to sharing their experience to assist you in moving rapidly into the professional design world.Ties with industryWe aim to equip graduates with a realistic understanding of the wider jewellery and silversmithing industry, including career and future study opportunities.Our international exchanges, work-based placements, industry-linked competitions and live projects support you to understand a range of industrial and craft production approaches.We have close ties with professional industry bodies, including:

• Edinburgh's Scottish Goldsmiths Trust

• London Goldsmiths Company

• Hamilton and Inches

These industry bodies annually support our final-year students with precious metal awards and sponsorship. They also run or support various events we participate in, including:

• educational events

• training

• mentoring

• competitions

• exhibitions

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