Level 4 Advanced Certificate in Art and Design (Jewellery)
This SQA-Accredited Qualification offers an ideal pathway for intermediate students seeking to enhance their jewellery making, design, and research skills, providing a solid foundation for launching their creative careers.
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Level
Intermediate
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Duration
1 Year / 2 Years
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Study Mode
Full-time / Part-time
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Start
September 2025
Experimentation. Creative freedom. Pushing the boundaries.
Those principles are the hallmarks of our jewellery programs. This course combines a conceptual approach to jewellery design and making with professional technical training, laying the groundwork for a head start in your creative career.
Students work
Date and Time
The classes take place 10am - 4pm.
Part-time Option
2 days per week for 2 years (72 weeks)
Mon & Wed or Tues & Thur
Sept 2025 - July 2027
Full-time Option
4 days per week for 1 year (36 weeks)
Mon - Thur
Sept 2025 - July 2026
Tuition Fees
Option 1- Part-time £6,950 per year (£13,900 in total)*
Option 2- Full-time £13,900 per year*
Instalment plans are available upon request.
All tools and course materials are included in the price, but students may need to buy extra metals and stones.
*Tuition fees may be subject to change in 2025.
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Our courses are not eligible for Student Finance England loans. However, you may be eligible for funding from one of the organisations and charities listed here.
Some of our students received bursaries from The Benevolent Society in the past (contact Laura Banner, laura.b.banner@gmail.com). The charity helps individuals starting or progressing their career journeys through bursaries to help with their studies.
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Enrolment is now open for the Diploma Courses starting in September 2024. If you are interested in studying with us, please contact us via info@k2jewelleryacademy.london or fill our the contact form below. You will be invited for a visit at our studio during which you can ask all your questions and find out if the course is suitable for you. If you are not local, we can arrange the chat online via Zoom instead (including a virtual tour of our workshop).
At the moment we do not hold a visa sponsorship licence, so we are not able to accept foreign students who require a student visa to stay in the UK.
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The course enrolment deadline early September 2024. However, with only 8 spots available per class, availability is not guaranteed. We recommend applying early to secure your place.
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TERM I – Autumn Term
1st half: 16 September - 24 October 2024
Half Term Holiday: 28 October- 3 November 2024
2nd half: 4 November - 12 December 2024
Christmas Holidays: 13 December 2024 - 5 January 2025
TERM II – Spring Term
1st half: 6 January - 13 February 2025
Half Term Holiday: 17 - 23 February 2025
2nd half: 24 February - 3 April 2025
Easter Holidays: 7 - 21 April 2025
TERM III – Summer Term
1st half: 22 April - 22 May 2025
Half Term Holiday: 26 May - 1 June 2025
2nd half: 2 June - 21 July 2025
About the Program
Jewellery making is a dynamic blend of creativity and craftsmanship. In our program, you'll explore every aspect of this art form, from conceptual design to making, while working on different jewellery projects and assignments. You will develop practical skills, forming a strong foundation for your creative career.
Ideal for intermediate students seeking to advance, our Level 4 Diploma offers personalised guidance to align with your career goals. In a cosy workshop environment limited to a maximum of eight students, learners engage in a multifaceted educational experience. They benefit from technical demonstrations, hands-on production, design exercises, drawing sessions, contextual assignments, presentations, introduction to professional practice and business development, class critiques and insights from visiting professionals and lecturers. Additionally, they gain valuable exposure to the jewellery industry, providing rich opportunities for practical learning and professional growth.
Upon graduation, students will have produced their jewellery portfolio, which can be part of a graduate school or residency application, can be submitted to galleries and fairs, or serve as a demonstration of students’ skills for entry into the jewellery industry.
The Core Principles of Our Teaching:
MATERIALS, TECHNIQUES & PROCESSES
DRAWING AND EXPERIMENTAL DEVELOPMENT
HISTORICAL & CONTEXTUAL UNDERSTANDING
IDEAS & CONCEPTS
VISUAL COMMUNICATION
Course Leaders
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Katrin Spranger
K2 ACADEMY CO-FOUNDER AND CO-DIRECTOR
Katrin Spranger, an award-winning German-trained jewellery artist with a Master's degree from Sweden's Konstfack University, creates conceptual art pieces commenting on consumerism, exploring future resource scarcity. Her interdisciplinary approach spans jewellery, painting, performance, sculpture, and installation, showcased in exhibitions worldwide.
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Kelvin Birk
K2 ACADEMY CO-FOUNDER AND CO-DIRECTOR
Master jeweller trained in Germany, holds a Master's degree from the Sir John Cass Faculty of Art in London. Renowned for his avant-garde creations in silver, gold, and crushed gemstones, challenging conventional perceptions of value. His work embraces chaos, allowing materials to dictate outcomes. He exhibits globally and teaches workshops internationally.
Course outline
The course spans two years, divided into six terms (or three terms over one year for full-time students). Each term features a distinct module focusing on specific techniques and thematic research. Alongside, participants engage in drawing sessions, contextual studies, and explore topics including metallurgy, hall marking, design methodologies, marketing, professional practice, and business development. Term modules encompass a variety of topics, such as:
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developing different types of chains
advanced soldering of links
lockets and clasps
experimenting with different connections in jewellery
sketching, drawing and experimenting with visual language
developing research skills; exploring the history of arts and crafts
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experiment and work with non-metal e.g. wood, plastics, fabric, leather etc.
fixings and findings for jewellery
cold connections - riveting, glueing, trapping
design development
experimental projects, including time-based projects and non precious materials
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working with fine gold wire
advanced soldering
granulation
repairing jewellery
earrings and fine findings
working with pre-made components
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claw setting
setting a princess or baguette cut ston
different surface finishes - patination, oxidation, enamelling and powder coating.
drawing and contextual studies
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learning advanced jewellery techniques e.g. lockets and hollow containers with hinges
making a hollow ring
constructed jewellery pieces
advanced soldering
exhibition preparation and set-up
analysing and evaluating methods
electroforming jewellery and small objects
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deepening your skills in sand and cuttlefish casting
advanced wax carving
mould making for casting techniques
introduction into investment casting
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developing your own design brief and project
developing a portfolio
Contextual awareness, problem solving and critical thinking are an integral part of the course and will run parallel to the other projects.
In addition to regular classes, your learning journey will be enhanced through homework assignments and extracurricular activities. These may include guest lectures and field trips to industry-related companies, offering valuable insights and practical experiences beyond the workshop.
You are encouraged to participate in an exhibition at the end of the course.
This diploma course is accredited by SQA (Scottish Qualifications Authority).
“I was drawn to K2 because of its small classes and contemporary teaching style. Kelvin and Katrin always encouraged to push our boundaries, experiment and try new things; they frequently brought new incites and ideas to pieces with the knowledge from their vast experience”
Aimee Mackay, Level 4 Diploma graduate
Few places left! Enrolment is still open for Diploma courses starting September 2024. Contact us via email info@k2jewelleryacademy.london to enquire and book a studio visit or fill in the contact form at the bottom of this page.