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Our BSc (Hons) Gemmology and Jewellery Studies degree is one of the only courses of its kind in the world. This gemmology course will enable you to gain the highest level of professionally recognised gemological skills.
Our highly practical Gemmology and Jewellery Studies degree offers an introduction to gemmological theory and testing, diamond grading and jewellery valuation.
With our fully-equipped gem labs at your disposal, you’ll be able to carry out a range of standard and advanced gemmological tests used in the identification of gemstones.
You’ll have the chance to put gem materials under the microscope, from natural and synthetic gemstones through to imitation. There will also be a chance to learn complementary skills such as photography.
You’ll study at our brand new purpose-built facilities at the Assay Office, just a few minutes’ walk from the School of Jewellery and in the heart of Birmingham’s famous Jewellery Quarter, where much of today’s jewellery is still made. Our staff team are all experts in their field, and have extensive industry experience. Our graduates go on to work in a wide variety of roles in the jewellery industry throughout the world.
Why Choose Us?
This Gemmology and Jewellery Studies degree is one of the only courses of its kind.
Students are satisfied with this course! We scored 92.3 per cent for overall satisfaction in the National Student Survey 2020.
It is taught by industry experts and leading academics in their field.
You’ll work in state-of-the-art, purpose-built facilities, with an extensive range of both standard and advanced gemmological equipment.
You will have the opportunity to continue your study at postgraduate level with our ground breaking research team.
Our department has extensive links with industry, and sponsors include Garrard and Fellows.
You study where the industry practices – the course is based in Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter, where an estimated 40 per cent of British jewellery is made today.
Founded in 1890, our internationally-renowned School of Jewellery is the largest school of its kind in Europe.
Entry Requirement
Academic Requirements:
112 UCAS tariff points from A/AS Level with a minimum of 2 A Levels.
Applications taken to the next stage must attend a 'portfolio review' in person in order to receive offer.
LEVEL 2 QUALIFICATIONS
GCSE
GCSE English Language at grade C/4 or above
GCSE Maths at grade C/4 or above
Must have been achieved at the point of enrolment
Irish Leaving Certificate (Ordinary Level)
See level 3 entry under Irish Leaving Certificate for full details
Scottish National 5
English Language at grade C or above
Maths at grade C or above
Must have been achieved at the point of enrolment
IELTS
Minimum overall score of 6.0, with 6.0 in writing and no less than 5.5 in the remaining three skills.
Plus one of the following Level 3 (and above) Qualifications
A Level and Advanced VCE
BBC / 112 UCAS points
A maximum of 4 subjects are considered. These can be other A/S Levels (as long in a different subject) A-Levels or Level 3 equivalents.
AS and AS VCE
Considered with a maximum of 3 other Level 3 qualifications (AS Levels must be in different subject to A-Levels) to obtain 112 pts
Access to HE Diploma
Pass with 60 credits overall. At least 45 credits at Level 3.
BA (Hons) Textile Design, BA (Hons) Fashion Design, BA (Hons) Garment Technology, BA (Hons) Costume Design and Practice - Arts, Media and Publishing subjects preferred but other subjects also considered
BA (Hons) Fashion Branding and Communication & BA (Hons) Fashion Business and Promotion - Arts, Media, Publishing, Retail, Commercial Enterprise & Business subjects subjects preferred but other subjects also considered.
BSc (Hons) Gemmology and Jewellery Studies - Arts, Media and Science subjects preferred but other subjects also considered.
Pearson BTEC National Extended Diploma (2016 – present)
Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF) (2010 - 2016)
BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (2002 – 2010)
DMM
Foundation Studies (Art and Design, and Art, Design & Media)
Distinction
Considered with a maximum of 3 other Level 3 qualifications to obtain 112 pts
IBO Certificate in Higher Level
Students who do not complete the IB Diploma will be considered on the basis of their IB Certificates if they obtain a total of 14 points or above from three Higher Level Subjects
Considered with other acceptable level 3 qualifications to meet 112 UCAS Tariff Points
For students who do not already hold a GCSE in English Language at Grade C/4 or above Standard Level English Language (not literature) English A - Grade 4 or above or English B - Grade 5 from the IB Diploma will be accepted
For students who do not already hold a GCSE in Mathematics at Grade C/4 or above Standard Level Maths, grade 5 or above from the IB Diploma will be accepted
International Baccalaureate Diploma
Obtain a minimum of 28 points overall
For students who do not already hold a GCSE in English Language at Grade C/4 or above Standard Level English Language (not literature) English A - Grade 4 or above or English B - Grade 5 from the IB Diploma will be accepted
For students who do not already hold a GCSE in Mathematics at Grade C/4 or above Standard Level Maths, grade 5 or above from the IB Diploma will be accepted
Irish Leaving Certificate (Highers)
Pass the Irish Leaving Certificate with a minimum of 112 tariff points, achieved in five Higher level subjects. This must include English Language and Maths taken at either Ordinary Level (minimum grade O1-O4 (or A-C/A1-C3)) or Higher level minimum grade H1/H7 (or A-D / A1-D3 up to and including 2016.
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
DMM
Scottish Advanced Higher
Achieve a minimum of 112 tariff points achieved in either three Advanced Highers or from a combination of two Advanced Highers plus two Highers.
Where three Advanced Highers have been taken achieve a minimum of grades CCD
Where a combination of Highers and Advanced Highers have been taken you must achieve (grades of CD in two Advanced Highers plus grades of CC in two Highers).
T-Levels
Merit overall
UAL Extended Diploma in Art & Design
Merit overall
UAL Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production & Technology
Merit overall
UAL Extended Diploma in Performing and Production Arts
Merit overall
English Language Requirements:
English language requirements
IELTS
6.0 overall with 5.5 minimum in all bands
If you do not meet the required IELTS score, you may be eligible for one of our pre-sessional English courses. Please note that you must have a Secure English Language Test (SELT) to study on the pre-sessional English course.
Fees
Full Time UK students
3 Years: £9250 per year
Full Time International students
3 Years: £13200 per year
This information was accurate on : 04/05/2021 Please contact us for more information about this courses
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