Ethical jewellery

An introduction to ethical jewellery making. Learn the latest developments in different approaches and sourcing options for materials including Fairtrade gold. Best practice advice for your studio. For all abilities.

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Key course information

Date
11/02/12

Day(s)
Sat

Duration
1 week

Time
11:00 - 16:00

Fees
Full fee: £64^NC

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
VV967

Availability
This course has finished

^NC: No concessionary fees available as there is no government funding for this course.

This course has finished

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Course outline

What is the course about?

The course is about sustainability and ethical awareness specifically aimed at those involved in designing and making jewellery.

What topics will we cover?

The course will explain the ethical issues in jewellery making and the significance of the newly available Fairtrade and Fairmined gold. You will learn about different approaches to ethical jewellery making as well as ethical sourcing options for metals including Fairtrade gold, bioresin, coloured gemstones and diamonds. You will learn about alternative environmentally-friendly studio practices and chemicals.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

- Understand the ethical issues in jewellery making
- Know where to source ethical metals and gemstones
- Use alternative studio practices and chemicals which are not damaging to the environment or to your own health.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

The course is aimed at jewellers at all levels. Complete beginners as well as professional jewellers will benefit from this course.

You should be able to follow simple written and verbal instructions, demonstrations, hand-outs and health and safety information, and will be invited to take part in group discussion.

Please look at the rest of the course outline carefully to decide if you may benefit from support in your English and Maths skills to help you to take part fully in this class.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

Two leading proponents of ethical jewellery will share their expertise in separate presentations followed by a Question and Answer session to discuss particular interests participants may have.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

No other costs. Please bring a notebook and pen.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

Advice on other jewellery courses at City Lit is available from your jewellery tutor and by phoning Visual Arts on 020 7492 2700.

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2700

visualarts@citylit.ac.uk

Please email us for advice or call us during these times:

Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays - 9.00 -12.00 & 15:00-18:00

Thursdays - 9.00-12.00

Saturdays - 14.00-17.00

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.

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Visual arts

Tel: 020 7492 2700

visualarts@citylit.ac.uk

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