Last updated on 2025-07-21
Program Overview
The Jewellery Art and Design program at Vancouver Community College (VCC) is a unique blend of creativity, craftsmanship, and technical training. Designed for those passionate about art and design, this hands-on program helps students turn their creative ideas into professionally crafted jewellery pieces. Through a balance of studio time, technical workshops, and design theory, students learn how to conceptualize, design, and produce high-quality jewellery.
Whether you're aiming to start your own jewellery line, work for a luxury brand, or launch a custom design business, this program equips you with the skills needed to thrive in the industry. Students will explore everything from traditional goldsmithing to contemporary design trends and business practices in the jewellery world.
Program length: 2 years full-time (Diploma)
Program Structure
Over the course of 2 years, this full-time diploma program is structured to help students develop a strong foundation in both creative and technical aspects of jewellery making.
Students will learn to:
- Design jewellery using traditional and digital techniques
- Work with precious metals and gemstones
- Use professional tools and machinery in a studio environment
- Apply principles of art, design, and marketing
- Build a portfolio and present their work to industry professionals
The curriculum also includes courses in gemmology, metallurgy, production methods, and small business operations. Students complete the program with a final design collection and professional portfolio.
Featured Experiences
- Studio-based learning with access to professional tools
- Opportunity to exhibit final collections
- One-on-one instruction from industry experts
- Collaboration with fellow designers and guest artists
- Hands-on projects from concept to completion
Career Options
Graduates can pursue roles such as:
- Jewellery Designer
- Goldsmith or Silversmith
- Gemstone Setter
- Jewellery Production Assistant
- Custom Jewellery Business Owner
- CAD Jewellery Designer
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