Consulting

Scan

Canada: 905-604-7633   China Direct: 950-405-55808
60 Schools,900 Programs,Free apply

60 Schools,900 Programs

Multi languages,Free apply

905-604-7633(Canada)

950-405-55808(China Direct)

School: George Brown College

Program Fashion Studies

Program

Jewellery Methods

 

Faculty

Fashion Studies

Credential

Ontario College Certificate

Duration

2 years

Starting   Month

September

Co-op   opportunities

No

 

 

Program Description:

 

The Jewellery Methods program provides you with the skills and abilities necessary to succeed in this demanding profession as a goldsmith/bench jeweller. The essential skills of measuring, sawing, filing, soldering and finishing are stressed early in the program. These skills are built upon through the introduction and practice of many traditional and contemporary techniques. Once essential skills are achieved, you study more advanced goldsmithing techniques, jewellery repair, gemsetting and model making, as well as jewellery elective subjects.

Jewellery history, technical drawing, gemmology and an overview of the industry are included to provide you with a broad knowledge of the jewellery field.

 

Admission Requirement:

Applicants are selected on the basis of their academic achievement, including the required courses, and any other selection criteria outlined below.

  • Ontario Secondary School      Diploma or equivalent**

  • Grade 12 English (C or U)

Basic computer literacy and skill level in Word and Excel are recommended.

** Mature Student status (19 years of age or older and no OSSD)

Please note that George Brown is committed to ensuring that applicants will succeed in their program of choice and meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission to the program. Applicants may be required to have grades higher than the minimum requirements stated.

 

Tuition Fees:

Application Fee

$95

Base Tuition Fee

$13,520 for 2 semesters

$20,280 for 3 Semesters

Incidental Fees (Student ID, Student   association membership, etc.)

$1,500

Mandatory Health Insurance

$570.82 for one year coverage( Sep-Aug)

$388.28 for 8 months coverage(Jan-Aug)

$204.64 for 4 months coverage (May- Aug)

Public Transportation ( Per year),   estimated

$1,500

Books and supplies (estimated per year)

$1,000-$1,200

 

Career

This program will prepare the successful graduate for an entry-level position as a bench jeweller. The jewellery industry offers a large variety of opportunities with careers in manufacturing, repair, gemsetting, retail or wholesale, precious metals or fashion jewellery and accessories. Some of our graduates establish their own jewellery businesses.

Link to George Brown Official Website

http://www.georgebrown.ca/F111-2017-2018/