Degree Programme Specification 2018/2019
B.A. Honours in Jewellery & Silversmithing |
To give you an idea of what to expect from this programme, we publish the latest available information. This information is created when new programmes are established and is only updated periodically as programmes are formally reviewed. It is therefore only accurate on the date of last revision. |
Awarding institution: | The University of Edinburgh |
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Teaching institution: | The University of Edinburgh |
Programme accredited by: | |
Final award: | BA (Honours) |
Programme title: | Jewellery & Silversmithing |
UCAS code: | W721 |
Relevant QAA subject benchmarking group(s): | |
Postholder with overall responsibility for QA: | Sole Ferrari Garcia |
Date of production/revision: | 1 Nov’16 |
Further Information: | View the prospectus entry for this programme |
Teaching and learning methods and strategies |
The student journey in Jewellery and Silversmithing is characterised by sequential, experiential and iterative learning and pedagogically follows a constructivist model, subscribing to the view that: knowledge and understanding are not acquired passively but in an active manner through personal experience and experiential activities; and that learning is based on problem solving and/or an exploration of a particular line of enquiry and active engagement with ideas. The third year is the main focus for student choice, where students are expected to propose a study plan comprising a portfolio of externally-facing activities which may typically include periods of exchange, internship, electives, live projects or competitions. Years 1-3 have a fully equipped studio of workbenches that have shared access over the first three years before moving to a final year studio for 4th year students with a personal workbench. In addition there is access to a shared machine shop/ hammer room and other facilities that include, casting, enamelling, electro-plating, etching, anodising, enamelling as well as designated drawing/design studio that is also used for critiques and seminars. The emphasis, which we place on an interdisciplinary approach, means that students have access to resources from a wide range of other specialisms. These include printmaking equipment, word processing suites, digital image manipulation facilities in Q Digital, wood and metal workshops, digital cameras, camcorders and lighting equipment. |
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You will learn through a mixture of scheduled teaching and independent study. Some programmes also offer work placements. At Edinburgh we use a range of teaching and learning methods including lectures, tutorials, practical laboratory sessions, technical workshops and studio critiques. The typical workload for a student on this programme is outlined in the table below, however the actual time you spend on each type of activity will depend on what courses you choose to study.
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Assessment methods and strategies |
For the majority of their studies students will not encounter prescriptive assessment where the absolute answers are known in advance of setting the assessed task. Assessment however is rigorous and robust and depends upon significant involvement of whole programme teams to ensure objectivity, accuracy, consistency and fairness to the students concerned. Students receive regular formative feedback on their progress which is related directly to the published learning outcomes in their Course Descriptors and in their coursework material, such as project briefs and individual study plans; The grading of student work is undertaken with close reference to the published learning outcomes and assessment criteria, for the Course Descriptor and for the particular piece(s) of work being assessed; The method of assessment used is appropriate to the learning outcome(s) being assessed and the student’s performance for each individual learning outcome can be effectively examined and graded where a single method of assessment is used to examine more than one learning outcome; Students are made fully aware of how they are being assessed and what is being assessed, against the published criteria. |
Assessment method balance | ||||||||||||||||||||
You will be assessed through a variety of methods. These might include written or practical exams or coursework such as essays, projects, group work or presentations. The typical assessment methods for a student on this programme are outlined below, however the balance between written exams, practical exams and coursework will vary depending on what courses you choose to study.
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Career opportunities |
This long established department has an outstanding international reputation and an impressive track record of employability with strong industrial links. The staff of the Department exhibit and lecture internationally and are committed to imparting their experience to assist their graduates to move rapidly into the professional world. We work hard to prepare graduates with a realistic understanding of the wider industry and career opportunities. International exchange opportunities and live projects enable you to gain a greater understanding of the industry and craft. A balance of projects enables you to design and develop a jewellery collection for a selling exhibition and to work with new technology alongside traditional techniques and processes. A specific project is the 3rd year LTD Edition project (est.2008) with year 3 Jewellery students digitally designing their project work for production by a world leading precious metal casting company in Birmingham. This project has been presented at UK and International conferences and has been exhibited at the national Museums Scotland as a Knowledge exchange event since 2014. Graduates emerge from the College with the confidence to establish themselves in the field as designer/makers, industrial designers, and teachers. Recent employers have included: Edinburgh Assay Office; Gucci, New York; Hamilton and Inches, Edinburgh; Theo Fennel, London; Royal College of Art. The department benefits from visiting professional practitioners and lecturers. Students can participate in live projects and competitions, and have an enviable track record of success. Links have been forged with companies, galleries and individual makers in the UK and abroad. |
Other items |
Student/ Staff Liaison Student representatives make a significant contribution to Programme Committees. They are responsible for canvassing the views of their fellow students on agenda items and, most importantly, informing them of the content and outcome of Programme Committee Meetings. Students are advised to make use of EUSA help in training for their role as representatives and in Committee procedures. Student representatives are appointed annually. Invitations for nominations, seconded by at least two other students, are posted in the studio at the beginning of each year. A secret ballot is held if more than the requisite number of nominations is received by the closing date. International Study/Exchange Programme Our students are able to participate in a number of regular international exchanges with leading jewellery and silversmithing courses in countries including Japan, South Korea, USA and Canada. Erasmus partners currently exist in Finland as well as other EU partners. These exchange take place in Year 3 (Level 9). Personal Tutors All students are assigned a Personal Tutor on admission to the degree programme, who oversees the course of the student’s degree programme, offers advice on academic matters and should be the student’s first point of contact for course-related worries or concerns. |
Further information |