UCA Rochester

BA (Hons) Silversmithing, Goldsmithing & Jewellery

3 years full-time

UCAS code

W721 R BA/SGJD

This established, award-winning degree course provides an unprecedented opportunity for you to become a creative and distinctive designer/maker across three specialisms, a unique combination that is not offered on any other course in the UK.
You are encouraged to experiment and explore design ideas using a broad range of materials and methods to create contemporary work to professional standards.

Key study topics include:

  • Creative design (freehand and computer-assisted)
  • Hand-making skills and machine processes
  • Theoretical and business studies
  • Computer-aided design
  • Develop creative design skills through set briefs, live projects and competitions
  • Theory, business awareness and marketing skills, consultant lectures
  • European exchanges and overseas field trips
  • Self-initiated projects developing a personal identity, exciting concepts, proficient design and making skills
  • Self-promotion, branding, business and marketing.

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