Summary
- Birmingham Institute of Art & Design
- School
- School of Jewellery
- Duration
- Full Time: 3 years
- Fees
- Full Time: £3,290 per year
International Students: £9,250 International GDL
Overview
This course encourages the pursuit of innovation. Studies are intended to stretch and challenge your perception of the subject area, enabling you to develop practical skills alongside intellectual engagement. A questioning attitude to perceptions, concepts and outcomes is encouraged.
Course Outline
Course Structure
The course has grown and developed to be one of the most highly respected in the country. One of its strengths is its diverse approach to the subject – there is no ‘house style’.
Your individuality is encouraged through the development of your own personal philosophy and direction.
The structure of projects throughout the programme encourages the development of practical making skills alongside creative thinking. The use of traditional skills and processes with precious metals is balanced with the exploration of other materials such as non-precious metals, plastics and fibres.
This approach allows fine jewellery making to co-exist harmoniously alongside objects, either functional or conceptual, accessories, fashion and catwalk jewellery.
External projects, competitions and links with other subject areas in BIAD, are embedded within the programme and inform your learning experience.
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
Graduates progress to Master’s and research courses; postgraduate courses are essential for those pursuing a teaching career. Other career opportunities exist within the creative industries including artist-jeweller and designer-maker. Recent graduates are gaining international recognition in these areas through exhibitions and awards.
How to apply
Entry Requirements
A good portfolio, plus one of the following:
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280 tariff points
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BTEC National Diploma overall grade MMP
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Level 3 Diploma in Foundation Studies (Art and Design) with merit or distinction in the final stage
- International Baccalaureate with 28 points
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Equivalent qualifications or experience
Application Details
UCAS Code: WW27
Search for this course on UCAS.
For general information about applying to study at Birmingham City University, please refer to the Making your Application section.
International enquirers may contact the International Office for further help and advice.
Fees Notes
If you already have an equivalent level qualification, you may be charged a higher fee for your course. For further information visit the fees area of the Student Info section.
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