Jewellery and Silversmithing BA (Hons)

Our programme aims to produce designers who create fresh, exuberant work demonstrating originality and innovation.<br/><br/>We encourage you to combine new technologies with traditional techniques, using a range of materials, including:<br/><br/><br/>* precious or semi-precious metal and gemstones <br/><br/><br/>* plastics <br/><br/><br/>* wood <br/><br/><br/>* paper <br/><br/><br/>* stone <br/><br/><br/>* textiles<br/><br/><br/>Alongside your practical studio work, you will gain a contextual and theoretical understanding of contemporary design through our Design and Screen Cultures courses.<br/><br/>**Why Edinburgh?**<br/><br/>You will be joining a programme with:<br/><br/><br/>* an outstanding international reputation <br/><br/><br/>* an impressive track record of employability and strong industry links <br/><br/><br/>* expert staff who regularly exhibit their work and lecture internationally<br/><br/><br/>Our staff are committed to sharing their experience to assist you in moving rapidly into the professional design world.<br/><br/>**Ties with industry**<br/><br/>We aim to equip graduates with a realistic understanding of the wider jewellery and silversmithing industry, including career and future study opportunities.<br/><br/>Our international exchanges, work-based placements, industry-linked competitions and live projects support you to understand a range of industrial and craft production approaches.<br/><br/>We have close ties with professional industry bodies, including:<br/><br/><br/>* Edinburghs Scottish Goldsmiths Trust <br/><br/><br/>* London Goldsmiths Company <br/><br/><br/>* Hamilton and Inches<br/><br/><br/>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:<br/><br/><br/>* educational events <br/><br/><br/>* training <br/><br/><br/>* mentoring <br/><br/><br/>* competitions <br/><br/><br/>* exhibitions<br/>