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6 MA Programs in Jewelry Design 2024

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    MA Programs in Jewelry Design

    Master’s degrees typically offer students opportunities for specific professional and academic advancement. Scholars can tailor their studies to match their interests. They may also have the opportunity to conduct research in their field and apply theoretical concepts in real-world applications.

    What is an MA in Jewelry Design? This degree can provide program participants an opportunity to study all facets of jewelry, including fine art, fashion, photography, history, design theory and practice, merchandising, and manufacturing. Students can gain hands-on experience designing and manufacturing their own jewelry collections using different types of equipment, technology and source materials. They may study how cultural, geographic and economic influences affected jewelry design throughout history and in modern times.

    Graduates may apply the artistic skills learned in many types of creative ventures. They may also gain experience using new and different technologies that can be applied when making jewelry or other types of art. Professional presentation skills can be honed and used when sharing visual materials that highlight artistic content and theme.

    The cost of the program may vary depending on how the coursework is delivered, including online or in-person lectures, seminars, workshops, or hands-on studio work. The university’s location and the length of the program can also impact the final cost.

    Students may find career opportunities as jewelry artists, designers or manufacturers. They may also be CEOs and head designers of their own jewelry production company. Opportunities may be available to become program administrators or curators for government agencies or non-profit organizations that operate museums or galleries. Retail career opportunities can include design consultant, jewelry education manager, jewelry lab grader, quality assurance manager, appraiser, estate jewelry dealer or store manager.

    Jewelry design studies can be found at universities located in art and fashion centers around the world. Many offer opportunities to network within the industry while studying. Search for your program below and contact directly the admission office of the school of your choice by filling in the lead form.