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Jewellery Design (SEG Award – Level 2 Certificate)

Overview

This 30-week course gives you the opportunity to explore a broad interpretation of jewellery design and earn an accredited level 2 qualification from Skills Education Group.

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What you need to know

Autumn term 2024

Thursday 10 October – 12 December 2024 (10 Thursdays, 18.00-21.00)

Saturday 7 December 2024 (09.00-16.00)

Continuation in spring term 2025

Thursday 6 February – 10 April 2025 (10 Thursdays, 18.00-21.00)

Saturday 29 March 2025 (09.00-16.00)

Continuation in summer term 2025

Thursday 17 April – 19 June 2025 (10 Thursdays, 18.00-21.00)

Saturday 31 May 2025 (09.00-16.00)

Please note, it’s not possible to enrol on this course part-way through. You’ll need to attend from the start date in October.

You’ll be expected to complete projects, exercises, and research outside your sessions at AUB. You’ll be provided with more details about timelines and project submission deadlines at the start of the course.

Age

Suitable for adults aged 18+.

Level

Beginners or anyone with some experience who want to refresh or develop their skills further.

Experience or qualifications required

None – this is an introductory course. We have no formal academic entry requirements for our short courses. However, it will be beneficial if you’ve already completed one of our Jewellery short courses.

If you'd like to discuss if this course is suitable for you, get in touch with us: shortcourses@aub.ac.uk or 01202 363222.

£1,249

Deposit

You can choose to secure your place with a deposit of £400 and pay the remainder of your fees in two further instalments of £400 and £449. Simply, choose this option when booking your place online. The total balance of your course fee is payable by 1 October 2024. See our T&Cs (below) for further details.

Any additional costs

The course does not focus on or require students to purchase precious metals (e.g. silver). It emphasises and focusses on the creative processes and development of design ideas, so projects can be adapted to suit everyone’s budget.

However, should you wish to incorporate precious metals into your jewellery pieces, you'll need to purchase and supply your own high-end metals such as silver or gold. These need to be purchased independently and a list of recommended suppliers will be provided by the course tutor on request. Costs will vary according to the amount of silver that you choose to use in your designs.

You’ll also need to supply some basic study materials. Likewise, you’ll need to dress appropriately for the class for health and safety reasons. See the 'What to bring to class' section below for full details.

Additional materials and resources will be provided by AUB and is included in your course fee.

  • Notebook and pens/pencils to make notes
  • Sketchbook
  • Wear old clothes or an apron
  • Wear closed-toe shoes
  • Glasses if you need them for close-up work
  • Long hair must be tied back
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About this course

This 30-week Skills Education Group (SEG) course provides a very broad interpretation of jewellery design, where you'll explore a range of diverse materials, specialisms and technologies. You'll also examine and employ traditional and alternative jewellery making techniques and approaches.

Having a Level 2 qualification will prepare you for further learning, give you the skills to progress in your current job, or equip you with new skills needed to change your career path.

This course emphasises design and practical hand-skills and crafting techniques. As such, you’ll be expertly led to construct and tool jewellery safely and effectively to achieve your desired effects and finishes. You’ll experiment with a wide range of materials, including but not limited to various non-precious metals, ceramics, glass, acrylics, and wood in a vibrant and stimulating environment surrounded by fellow designers and makers.

You’ll explore the process of jewellery making in its entirety, through research, material investigation, concept design and physical making. You’ll be taught how to take your ideas and mould them into fully formed concepts and designs, as well as be encouraged to develop your own creative identity.

As the course progresses, you’ll develop your own area of interest through project work and support from your tutor. Learning through making will equip you with the confidence and knowledge to take calculated risks and redefine your approach to artistic jewellery design and methods of construction.

What’s more, you’ll learn in a stimulating creative environment in which innovation, originality and excellence are encouraged. You'll undertake four major projects delivered and conducted over three terms, including one self-directed student-led project. Throughout the course you'll receive feedback from your tutor and advice for personal development.

  • Jewellery design, historical influences, and leading jewellery designers
  • A variety of research techniques
  • Interpreting and developing design ideas and concept progression
  • Exploring materials and experimentation
  • Health and safety and safe working practices
  • Exploring non-precious metals and crafting techniques (folding, forming, and shaping)
  • Re-purposing existing jewellery
  • Working to a brief (project assignments)
  • Decorative and texturing techniques
  • Appropriate and effective use of traditional tools, crafting methods, and techniques
  • How to turn ideas into creative and wearable concepts 
  • Introduction to 3D design and 3D printing for concept pieces
  • Termly formative student/tutor personal development feedback sessions

At the end of the course you'll:

  • Be prepared and confident in taking the next step in your creative journey, including pursuing further academic studies
  • Have an understanding of the basic principles, alternative, and advanced techniques to construct and create jewellery
  • Possess broadened practical and technical skills
  • Be able to work to a set brief and develop suitable ideas and bodies of work in response 
  • Have increased confidence in your own skills and potential and feel inspired
  • Be able to visually communicate your ideas and develop your creative visual voice 
  • Have boosted creativity and imagination
  • Possess the foundations to continue creating beyond this course
  • You can request a certificate to confirm your achievements, providing you've a 100% attendance record. To request a certificate please get in touch with us at shortcourses@aub.ac.uk and confirm your name and the title of course you've completed

Will I be assessed?

Yes, if you complete this one-year programme and meet the necessary ongoing assessment criteria set by Skills Education Group you’ll be awarded an accredited Level 2 Skills Education Group certificate.

You’ll take part in group discussions and share your work for feedback. As the course progresses your tutor will measure your overall performance and offer essential guidance and feedback, so you know how you're getting on.

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Beyond the course

This could just be the start of your creative journey! After this course, you could look to the future and explore our creative qualifications that can prepare you to further your current career, enable you to retrain to an alternative career path or prepare you for future creative arts studies.

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Jewellery

Designing and making beautiful, unique pieces of jewellery requires patience, attention to detail and a steady hand.

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Level 1 and Level 2 Qualifications

Our comprehensive Level 1 and 2 courses are accredited by Skills Education Group and available in a range of subjects.

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Foundation Diploma

One-year course gives you the chance to explore different creative areas before choosing the subject you want to take a degree in

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Why choose AUB for your short course?

We're a first-choice provider of art and design short courses for anyone wishing to engage in art and design subjects in their spare time.

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Reasons to study a short course

There are plenty of reasons to consider studying a creative short course. Perhaps you want to retrain, learn new skills, or just have fun...

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How to book

Looking to book onto one of our Evening and Saturday courses? You’ll find everything you need to book your place here.

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