The program
As a student in this program, you'll refine your jewellery and metalworking skills, develop
your design abilities and acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to design, produce
and market jewellery, flatware and hollowware. Within your area of specialization (either
goldsmithing or silversmithing), you'll choose a number of advanced techniques on
which to concentrate and you'll develop the in-depth knowledge and skill that will allow
you to work independently or as a designer.
Graduate career opportunities
• Jewellery and fine metal manufacturing
• Jewellery retailing
• Custom studios
• Goldsmith, silversmith, metalsmith, designer, jewellery and metals technologist
• Self-employed jewellery and/or metal designer, craftsperson or teacher
Admission requirements
• College diploma or equivalent with a specialty in jewellery and metals
• Applicants lacking a postsecondary diploma, degree, or equivalent may be
considered based on proven related experience in the chosen field
Selection process
Qualified applicants will be considered on an individual basis, based on the admission
requirements, quality of the portfolio work and space availability. Only a limited number
of applicants will be accepted into this post-graduate program.
Graduation requirements
Students are required to complete 4 mandatory courses • 2 optional courses
Future study options
Graduates of this program may be granted credit toward degree studies at the following
institution: Griffith University (Australia).
Changes to articulation opportunities occur on a regular basis. For the latest information,
please visit GeorgianCollege.ca/articulations. Students are also advised to check with
the articulating/transfer institution for current information before applying to a program.
Start: September
Location: Barrie
Length: 1 year (2 semesters)
Credential: Certificate of Professional Achievement
Articulation: Yes
Apply to: ontariocolleges.ca (Code/Major: GLDS)
Contact: 705.728.1968, ext. 1287
Approximate first-year costs
(based on previous year – subject to change):
Tuition fees: $3,305.92
Student fees: $870.22
Program fees: $170
One-time fee: $82.46
Books: Costs vary by program;
please check with co-ordinator
GOLDSMITHING AND
SILVERSMITHING
GLDS
Mandatory courses may include
Sales, Marketing and Photography
Lapidary and Gem Cutting
Jewellery and Metal Techniques 1
Jewellery and Metal Techniques 2
Optional courses may include
Goldsmithing Studio 1
Silversmithing Studio 1
Goldsmithing Studio 2
Silversmithing Studio 2
GRADUATE
CERTIFICATES
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