Summary
- Birmingham Institute of Art & Design
- School
- School of Jewellery
- Duration
- Full Time: 3 years
- Fees
- For information on fees please contact the School directly:
Tel: +44 (0)121 331 5800
Email: biadadmissions@bcu.ac.uk
Overview
This course covers every aspect of horology, both watch and clock work. You’ll study horological theory, technical drawing and practical skills, with an emphasis on achieving professional standards.
Qualifications are BHI Certificates in:
Clock and Watch Servicing
Repair and Restoration of Watches
Repair and Restoration of Clocks
Course Outline
Course Structure
In your first year you’ll cover the theory of mechanical timekeeping, pendulums and escapements, including elementary gearing and train calculators, workshop practice and technical drawing.
In your second and third years, greater focus is given to modern mechanical and electrical timekeeping, advanced workshop skills and restoration techniques for antique clocks or watches.
All this will enable you to create a complete portfolio of repairs necessary for the BHI examinations.
For all courses the horology workshops form an important part of your learning and as such are modern and fully equipped with the latest tools and machinery. Our experienced staff are practicing horologists, whose individual specialisms cover a wide range of areas to complement your learning.
After your studies
Further Studies
For further information on courses contact Birmingham City University Choices. Tel: 0121 331 5595 Email: choices@bcu.ac.uk, or go direct to the courses section of the website.
Employment Opportunities
You’ll have the choice of entering the service industries for modern watch and clock servicing, antique clock and watch restoration, retail sales or self-employment.
How to apply
Entry Requirements
A good general level of education is required with at least three GCSEs at grade C or above in maths, English language and science.
Application Details
Please apply direct to BIAD faculty office. Contact Faye Gelly for information. Tel: 0121 331 5800/01 Email: faye.gelly@bcu.ac.uk
See more general information on making your application for a course at Birmingham City University.
Fees Notes
For information on fees please contact the School directly. Tel: +44 (0)121 331 5800 Email: biadadmissions@bcu.ac.uk
Further Information
The Admissions Officer
BIAD Faculty Office
Gosta Green
Corporation Street
Birmingham
B4 7DX
Tel: 0121 331 5800/01
Email: faye.gelly@bcu.ac.uk