On this course, you will learn a variety of enamelling techniques and be encouraged to explore colour and surface texture using the process of applying and firing liquid and powdered enamels. The tutor will introduce different fixing techniques to enable you to incorporate your samples into simple jewellery pieces such as a pendant, cufflinks or earrings. All basic materials and equipment provided, including sheet metal.

On the course, you will learn the basics of digital 3D modelling and sculpting of your own objects, using free and beginner's accessible 3D software. You will get the chance to create your own digital designs, and learn how to manipulate existing 3D models, transforming them into small physical objects by printing them on our 3D printer which uses plastic filament. You can bring your own laptop to use or we can provide one for you.

On this course, you will be supported and encouraged to explore and develop your own jewellery ideas, designs and practical skills. The emphasis is on developing your creative potential and extending your skills and confidence to work independently in a studio environment. All basic materials and equipment provided, including sheet metal.

This practical course is for students who would like to improve their soldering technique. Basic soldering principles will be covered and students will practice with copper and brass. We will cover pallion soldering, sweat soldering and appropriate techniques for a range of soldering scenarios. You will work with soldering set-ups, aids and adapted tools for specific soldering jobs, as well as trouble shooting for when soldering fails.

Make a two-part spoon from copper wire and copper sheet with a forged handle and a formed bowl, or forge a spoon from a single piece of copper wire. The handle can be tapered, twisted or curved and the bowl decorated with a rolled or etched design. You will use silversmithing techniques, for example slumping on a wooden block, soldering, polishing, annealing, forging, twisting wire, piercing and riveting.