Congratulations, aspiring jewellery designers and silversmiths! A-Level results day is just around the corner, and it’s time to embark on an exciting journey towards your dream career in jewellery and design. For those who have their hearts set on a Jewellery Degree, this blog will guide you through the nerve-wracking process of navigating A-Level results […]
When we speak about the digital world, we use words such as the cloud for data storage, and the metaverse for a virtual reality. But as Dr. PatrÃcia Domingues aptly points out with her research and work, the very real physical realities to enable the use of digital tools, requiring increasingly more data, is very […]
Last week we had the pleasure of speaking with Hollie Paxton, an experienced jeweller and educator who has joined the British Academy of Jewellery as the BA (Hons) Jewellery Design and Production Year 1 Lead. Read below to learn more about the newest addition to the BAJ team. Hey Hollie, we’re so excited to have […]
Sustainability is a term that is often debated, especially with the prevalence of greenwashing, making it difficult for those in the industry to determine what is truly sustainable. However, the principles that underlie sustainability are becoming increasingly important for all of us, and they can also drive innovation and creativity in the jewellery industry. One […]
In this episode, BAJ’s Sofie Boons speaks with one of the voices behind the new BAJ BA Course, Hollie Paxton. We discuss her jewellery career to date, covering the work she does for TV big hits such as Netflix, the BBC and Apple TV, her personal collections, bespoke commissions and her vision for the course. […]
In this episode, BAJ’s Sofie Boons speaks with the co-founders of the ‘Artificial Intelligems’ collective, Anneleen Swillen and Greg Scheirlinckx to discuss their work and research, the benefits and dangers of AI and the tools currently available and how AI can be used in relation to jewellery. Listen in to find out more about machine […]
Are you keen to begin studying a degree this September and figuring out your options? Follow our FAQ to navigate UCAS Extra and Clearing to apply for the right course for you. What is UCAS Extra and how do I apply? UCAS Extra gives you the chance to keep applying to higher education courses after […]
The British Academy of Jewellery is accepting applications for its BA (Hons) Jewellery Design & Production degree, starting in September 2022. Structured around a fast-paced, hands-on programme, our three-year degree course, validated by the University of Kingston School of Art, will provide students with rigorous training in practical jewellery making skills and professional practice, giving them a […]
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