Jewellery Design Diploma Program

If you desire to express your creative talent through the art of accessory design, composition and construction, this program is for you. Our Jewellery Design program is a comprehensive program that will provide you with the competencies needed to become a fashion jewellery designer. Students learn the art of metalworking and beading, one of the world’s most ancient art forms, producing a collection of jewellery. Concepts in jewellery design are examined and translated into sketches and illustrations using freehand drawing techniques which are further enhanced through Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop. Classes in presentation, display and marketing prepare students for the job market. Students create a Portfolio illustrating their skills, talents and achievements to enter the world of art and design.


Program Objectives

	Develop the ability to transform jewellery concepts into jewellery pieces.
	Translate jewellery concepts into sketches and illustrations using freehand drawing techniques, Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
	Develop skills to design, construct and illustrate fashion jewellery creations.
	Acquire knowledge of the various materials available to create jewellery pieces and learn the many possibilities of jewellery designs.
	Learn the history of jewellery design and how various social, economic and cultural factors influence the fashion jewellery trends.
	Produce a collection of jewellery
	Acquire skills to produce, manage, market, promote and present jewellery designs

	Diploma Program consisting of 3 semesters, 15 weeks per semester, total of 45 weeks.
	20 hours per week, 300 hours per semester, 900 hours for full program.
	All classes have a maximum of 14 students