Level 3 Diploma in Jewellery Design and Manufacturing
at British Academy of Jewellery, London · school or sixth form
What the college says
Learn the foundations of professional jewellery manufacturing and design, in the most comprehensive and practical beginners jewellery course in the UK. During the 10 months of this accredited and Ofqual regulated course, you will learn the essential and basic 2D and 3D design and manufacturing skills for jewellers. Hundreds of contact hours with a range of industry specialists and professional jewellers will provide an insight into the industry and help you to take the first step towards developing the creative and technical skills required to become a jeweller. The emphasis of the course is to provide you with a foundation of knowledge and fundamental technical, design and production skills to be able to begin a career in jewellery. Modules are delivered in a series of creative technical projects to provide an exciting jewellery education. Our practice-based Diploma is taught at our jewellery workshops, where you will have access to all the tools and equipment within our professional studios. A dedicated team of tutors with years of jewellery industry experience will be teaching and guiding you through the entire course our personal and hands-on approach to training guarantees that each student receives unparalleled tutor contact time.
What you need to get on
This qualification is suitable for a wide range of learners including: those with no prior experience of the industry people in employment within the jewellery sector who wish to enhance their career prospects individuals who wish to start their own business adults wanting a change of career
How you are assessed
One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.
What this level means
The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.
Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?
Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.
Where it runs
London - Camden
81 Chalk Farm Road, London, NW1 8AR
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Holts Academy Birmingham, Assay Office, 1 Moreton Street, Birmingham, B1 3AX
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Start dates
- 7 September 2026 · London
- 19 October 2026 · Birmingham
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