One of the most popular programmes within Continuing Education, the Silversmithing & Jewellery courses offer a high standard of tutelage in the various skills necessary to making precious metal jewellery and design objects.  With a focus on fabrication and techniques, these courses offer students the chance to create individual pieces both functional and decorative that will stand for many years.    

Summer Courses in 2013

Silversmithing 

Monday 8th-Friday 12th July, 10-4pm 

This course will provide a range of silversmithing techniques and is suitable for beginners to advanced levels. Beginners will primarily be acquiring basic skills while working towards making a single piece. More experienced students will be able to expand their skills, learning new and more complex techniques. Tuition is provided on a one to one basis along with practical demonstrations.

Jewellery Workshop

Monday 1th-Friday 19th July, 10-4pm 

Practical skills form the basis of this introductory course to metal jewellery fabrication. You will learn how to solder and pierce base and precious metals, how to form and finish and about surface decorative techniques including roll-printing and polishing. You will work towards completing a simple piece of jewellery while building up a sketchbook of practical notes, working drawings and metal samples. Your tutor will provide one-to-one guidance and group demonstrations. You will be required to obtain a basic tool kit for the course and a list of tools and suppliers will be sent to you along with your course confirmation. Precious metals can be purchased through the Jewellery Department during the week.

Childrens Jewellery Making

Monday 29th July-Friday 2nd August Mornings Ages 12 - 15

Create a variety of jewellery pieces using materials such as beads, paper, wire, found and recycled materials, exploring colour, texture, scale and wear-ability. The work you design can be for everyday wear or for the catwalk! Some materials and handtools are provided for the course but students are encouraged to bring along materials that inspire them as well as photos and magazine cuttings.