MA Jewellery with Integrated Pre-Masters

The MA Jewellery course at the University for the Creative Arts (UCA) aims to give students the space to push boundaries and challenge conventions in their pursuit of original, innovative, and conceptual design. The course aims to provide practical skills, theoretical knowledge, and a broad understanding of the industry while encouraging students to develop their own style and creativity.Course Content: The MA jewellery course focuses on developing students' skills through practical workshops and conceptual design projects. They explore a wide range of techniques and materials, from traditional metalsmithing to digital design and rapid prototyping. Students are encouraged to explore the relationship between their work and the wider context of craft, design, culture, and sustainability.Key Modules: While the course doesn't provide a breakdown of individual modules, it is mentioned that students will work on a Major Project, the culmination of their investigation and the most significant piece of work undertaken during the course. There is also room for alternatives to practical outcomes, such as a thesis.Accreditations: There are no specific accreditations mentioned for the MA Jewellery course. Future Careers: The course allows students to develop their individual creative practice and critical thinking, which paves the way for careers not just in jewellery design, but also related fields. Graduates have gone on to become Designers, Bench Jewellers, Gallery Managers, Retail Buyers, Artists, and Business Owners in the Jewellery sector.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.