Jewellery: NC (Level 6)
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Course overview
This day release course, which runs on Fridays, allows you to expand you existing knowledge and skills.
With practical demonstrations in advanced techniques and one of the best-equipped workshops, we will explore the design process further and you will discover new practical techniques that will open your skillset to new areas of expertise, with guidance from our experienced tutors.
We Offer:
- Stone setting (Intermediate/Advanced)
- Wax carving and Casting
- All forms of manufacturing
- Experimental techniques (Alternative material)
- Enameling
- Keum Boo
What you will learn
The Basic Jewellery bench skills will be taught including jewellery manufacturing, piercing, design transfer and many more skills which will enable you to work on designs.
You will be encouraged to explore your design ability and to consider all manufacturing techniques, with guidance.
Throughout the course you produce several items which will enhance your skills and knowledge
There will be demonstrations of many techniques and process.
We Offer:
- Stone setting (Intermediate/Advanced)
- CAD skills
- 3D printing
- Wax carving and Casting
- All forms of manufacturing
- Experimental techniques (Alternative material)
- Enameling
- Keum Boo
Entry requirements
This course is for graduates, jewellers, if you are experienced in metalworking and/or have a keen interest in the subject.
No formal qualifications are required.
For this course, if English is not your first language
- you need to have SQA ESOL Higher (or equivalent)
- If you do not have a formal ESOL qualification but your language skills meet this level, you should apply for your course and then contact our Admissions team to organise an internal language assessment here at the College.
Career Opportunities
Self-employment or employment in the industry
