Jewellery and Metal Design (Hons) University of Dundee

Overview

At the  Jewellery and Metal Design (Hons) team from  University of Dundee , technical skills form the basis of the course, but you will also learn to consider the historical, social, and aesthetic context of your creations through written assignments.

This course teaches traditional jewellery making techniques as well as technologies such as CAD/CAM, microelectronics for wearables, novel materials and 3D printing.

Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art & Design’s facilities include a specialist metal and mixed materials workshop, in-house casting facilities, studio spaces, digital resources in a well-equipped Make Space, a wood workshop for both 2D and 3D making, and a foundry - one of only a handful in UK universities.

Throughout the course you will have the opportunity to exhibit your work, as well as participate in special projects as they arise within the exciting research environment of DJCAD. Your final year will culminate in an exhibition of your final outcomes as part of the annual Degree Show.

Careers and opportunities

The programmes of study prepare graduates for employment in a wide range of careers or to progress into postgraduate study. Placements, live project work and participation in national and international competitions all hone the employability and aspirations of the students.

Recent graduates have been employed in a wide variety of fields of work and postgraduate activity including:

• self-employed artist/designer

• designer to fine or fashion jewellery manufacturers

• designer of small products

• management within the jewellery trade

• designer of effects in theatre, cinema or television

• specialist posts within museums and galleries

• lecturing and teaching in craft, design & technology