Silversmithing & Jewellery Design
Glasgow School of ArtCourse Overview
The BA (Hons) Silversmithing & Jewellery Design at Glasgow School of Art is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about expressing creativity and innovation. Based in Glasgow, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. The BA (Hons) / MDes in Silversmithing and Jewellery Design is a five-year integrated masters programme that combines undergraduate study with an optional postgraduate year of advanced practice and research. Students develop technical expertise, independent thinking, and critical engagement with materials and ideas, exploring the traditions, innovations, and future possibilities of jewellery and silversmithing. Through studio practice and reflection, they investigate identity, memory, ritual, and storytelling while engaging with the cultural and societal roles of objects and adornment. International tuition fees are £24,800 per year, home/UK fees are £9,535 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 90% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £19,000 within three years, and a 95% continuation rate.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | ABB A Levels ABB |
| International Baccalaureate | 30 points International Baccalaureate Diploma award with a minimum of 30 points (18 points at Higher Level) |
| UCAS Points | 114 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£24,800
per year
Home Student Fee
£9,535
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Indicative Programme Costs
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — Glasgow School of Art
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £20,000 | £25,000 | £27,500 |
| 3 years | £12,500 | £19,000 | £26,500 |
| 5 years | £18,500 | £26,500 | £34,500 |
UK subject average: £24,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
Salary trend: ↑ up £7,500 from year 3 to year 5
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH25-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
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