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PostgraduateMSc

Gemmology

Birmingham City University
Birmingham, England
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1 yearDuration
£10,350Per Year (Intl)
£12,858Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

The MSc Gemmology at Birmingham City University is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about driving digital innovation. Based in Birmingham, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time structure. Our Masters programme gives you the tools and techniques necessary to undertake research at the forefront of your chosen gemmological area. Based in custom designed facilities within Birmingham’s Assay Office, in the historic Jewellery Quarter, you will have access to equipment more commonly seen in research laboratories, and, through our network of contacts, potential access to a greater range of tools. What's covered in this course? This course encourages you to investigate gemmological questions and theories, by way of literature-based peer-reviewed research and practical testing. International tuition fees are £10,350 per year, home/UK fees are £12,858 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 88% student satisfaction rating, and a median graduate salary of £22,500 within three years.

What You'll Learn

Advanced Gemmological Analysis
Mineralogy and Crystal Structures
Gemstone Identification Techniques
Research Methods in Gemmology
Precious Metals and Jewellery Analysis
Gemmological Instrumentation and Technology
Literature Review and Critical Evaluation
Master's Research Project in Gemmology
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:2

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic59

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£10,350

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£10,350

Home Student Fee

£12,858

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

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💼 Employment Breakdown

90%Working
10%Work & Study
85%Professional Jobs
Official Data

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