Birmingham City University

Gemmology - MSc

Birmingham City UniversitySchool of Jewellery, United Kingdom

Course overview

Our Masters programme gives you the tools and techniques necessary to undertake research at the forefront of your chosen gemmological area....

Key highlights

  • Research training at the forefront of your chosen gemmological area
  • Optional route with a professional placement over 18 months

Entry requirements

  • Degree: 2:2 — to include Gemmology; or above
  • Additional condition: interview — If you do not meet all of the essential entry requirements, you will also be required to complete an interview.

Scholarships

  • Bowater Financial Assistance Award

  • Graduate Scholarship

    20% fee discount for BCU graduates undertaking Master’s or PhD study.

    Up to 20% of fees
  • International Postgraduate Scholarships

    BCU is offering a scholarship of £3,000 to all self-funding international postgraduate students joining BCU on a full-time postgraduate taught Master’s degree in 2026.

    Up to £3,000

Careers this course leads to

  • Gemmologist
  • Gemstone Grader
  • Gem Testing Laboratory Technician
  • Jewellery Valuer
  • Gemmological Researcher

Cost of study

UK/Home: £10,350 in 2026/27 | International: £18,970 in 2026/27

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Birmingham City University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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