BAJ Launches Hands-On Short Courses for Aspiring Jewellers

BAJ has launched a new series of beginner short jewellery courses.

BAJ Students and Staff Among International Exhibitors at Munich Jewellery Week

Nine students and two staff from the British Academy of Jewellery (BAJ) had their work featured in the Transforma(c)tions exhibition at the Munich Mineral Museum. The official opening took place on 6th March 2026, and their pieces are displayed alongside international makers. Curated by Dr Sofie Boons and Yitong Zhang, a PhD candidate at the […]

BAJ Students Collaborate with Michael Robinson

BAJ students will collaborate with international jeweller Michael Robinson to handcraft one-of-a-kind fine jewellery pieces. The project explores emotion, craftsmanship, and audience experience, culminating in a public exhibition in April 2026.

BAJ Students and Staff Craft Handmade Charms for Charity this Valentine’s

This Valentine’s season, students and staff at the British Academy of Jewellery’s London and Birmingham campuses are coming together to turn creativity into community impact through a handmade jewellery project supporting local charities. The “Charms for Charity” exhibition brings together Level 3 students and staff from BAJ Birmingham, alongside Level 3 and Level 4 students […]

BAJ Employer Partner KatieAnnDesigns Wins Heritage Crafts Apprenticeship Grant

KatieAnnDesigns, a BAJ partner, wins Heritage Crafts Apprenticeship Grant to train an emerging jeweller.

BAJ Podcast | Applied Sustainability with Anna McLoughlin

In this episode, Sofie interviews Anna McLoughlin, a jewellery designer and maker, who creates sculptural, ethical pieces in her off-grid Eco Studio. Anna explains how she integrates ethical values into her business while managing the complexities of responsible sourcing and production. They explore the importance of transparency and the opportunities for innovation that emerge when […]

BAJ Alumni Cece Fein-Hughes Achieves International Jewellery Recognition

BAJ alumna Cece Fein-Hughes launched Cece Jewellery in 2022. Recognized by Forbes 30 Under 30 and shortlisted for the 2026 Jewelers of America GEMS Award.

Building Stronger Foundations: BAJ Strengthens Standards and Looks Ahead

BAJ is reinforcing our foundations to uphold the highest standards of governance, compliance, and student experience. Following a regulator-advised pause in new student recruitment, we have strengthened our leadership, operations, and quality assurance processes, positioning us for long-term stability and renewed growth. Renewed Leadership and Governance BAJ now operates under a refreshed leadership team and […]