University of Dundee

Jewellery & Metal Design BDes (Hons)

University of DundeeDundee City Campus, United Kingdom

Course overview

Experiment with a range of precious and non-precious materials to develop wearable objects, from concept to finished piece Despite its origins in historical tradition, the world of studio jewellery encourages its practitioners to be innovators and pioneers. Using novel materials and digital technologies, you will work to develop your own voice in an increasingly diverse conversation. Our strong studio culture means that you will be able to share ideas in a supportive environment.

Key highlights

  • Work with precious and non-precious materials to create wearable objects
  • Take designs from initial concept through to finished piece
  • Explore novel materials and digital technologies in jewellery making
  • Develop your own distinctive voice as a studio jewellery practitioner
  • Share ideas within a strong, supportive studio culture

Entry requirements

  • A-level: CCC — A-Level: CCC

Scholarships

  • Alumni and Family Scholarship

    Value: £1,500 - £3,000

    Up to £1,500
  • Alumni Scholarship

    Value: £1,500 - £3,000

    Up to £1,500
  • Dow Memorial Trust Scholarship - Dentistry

    Value - £2,000 - £2,500 per year.

    Up to £2,000
  • Dow Memorial Trust Scholarship - Medicine

    Value: £2,000 - £2,500 per year.

    Up to £2,000
  • GEMS Scholarship

    Value - £6,000 per year of study

    Up to £6,000
  • Global Excellence Scholarship Undergraduate

    Value: £7,500 per year of study.

    Up to £7,500
  • Vice Chancellor's East Asia Undergraduate Scholarship

    Value - £4,000

    Up to £4,000

Careers this course leads to

  • Jewellery designer
  • Silversmith
  • Studio jeweller
  • Goldsmith
  • Metalwork designer-maker
  • Bench jeweller

Cost of study

UK/Home: £ 9,790 GBP per year | International: £ 23,150 GBP per year

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 University of Dundee, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

Ready to start?

Book a free consultation and we'll map your fastest route to a September 2026 place.

Apply Now
Download Free Guide