This four year undergraduate course has been specifically created to allow students who do not initially meet the entry requirements for a three year degree, to undertake additional level 3 study designed to ensure they are successful on their chosen degree.
After successful completion of your foundation year, you will have the opportunity to switch (should you wish to change direction) onto a number of related undergraduate degree courses within the School of Jewellery.
Our BSc Gemmology and Jewellery Studies degree is one of the only courses of its kind in the wo...
This four year undergraduate course has been specifically created to allow students who do not initially meet the entry requirements for a three year degree, to undertake additional level 3 study designed to ensure they are successful on their chosen degree.<br/><br/>After successful completion of your foundation year, you will have the opportunity to switch (should you wish to change direction) onto a number of related undergraduate degree courses within the School of Jewellery.<br/><br/>Our BSc Gemmology and Jewellery Studies degree is one of the only courses of its kind in the world. This gemmology course will enable you to gain the highest level of professionally-recognised gemmological skills.<br/><br/>Based in the heart of Birmingham’s thriving Jewellery Quarter, you’ll benefit from unrivalled expertise and facilities as you explore precious gems and all relevant aspects of the jewellery trade.
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
09/2025
Campus
Vittoria Street
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
1149
Institution Code
B25
Points of Entry
Foundation
UCAS Tariff80 Scottish Higher80 UCAS tariff points from three Advanced Highers (DDD) or two Advanced Highers (DD) plus two Highers (DD) Access to HE DiplomaPass with 60 credits, 45 credits at level 3. Accepted subjects: Arts, Media and Science subjects preferred but other subjects also considered. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme24 Obtain a minimum of 24 points overall Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)80 UCAS tariff points. Diploma accepted with one A Level or equivalent level 3 qualifications. Extended Certificate accepted with two A Levels or equivalent level 3 qualifications. Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)Minimum of 80 UCAS tariff points, achieved in five Higher level subjects GCSE/National 4/National 5This course does not require evidence of GCSE qualifications. Please see A Level, BTEC and other level 3 requirements below. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)80 UCAS tariff points. Diploma accepted with one A Level or equivalent level 3 qualifications. Extended Certificate accepted with two A Levels or equivalent level 3 qualifications. Scottish Advanced Higher80 UCAS tariff points from three Advanced Highers (DDD) or two Advanced Highers (DD) plus two Highers (DD) Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)80 UCAS tariff points. Diploma accepted with one A Level or equivalent level 3 qualifications. Extended Certificate accepted with two A Levels or equivalent level 3 qualifications. A levelC,D,D 80 UCAS tariff points from three A Levels. Grades CDD (or equivalent). AS Level: Must be in a different subject to A Levels. A maximum of four subjects will be considered T LevelPass (C and above) Pass overall (C or above on the core). All subjects accepted but Science preferred. |
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales | £9,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £17,710 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |