Introduction to Jewellery night class
Visual Arts
A course by
Otago Polytechnic
An introductory night class learning the essential skills and processes of jewellery making with a focus on basic metalworking and creative construction of pieces such as rings and bangles.
NZ$250
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Learn fundamental jewellery-making skills
Gain practical abilities in metalworking, soldering, and constructing basic jewellery items such as rings and bangles.
Apply metal forming and texturing techniques
Cut, form, and texture metal safely, using relevant tools and equipment including rolling mills and torches.
About This Course
This course welcomes those new to jewellery making. Students will learn basic metalworking and jewellery construction, such as rings and bangles, along with safe use of soldering tools, embossing, and texturing techniques. Most work is in silver, but any metal can be chosen. The course is delivered in a welcoming studio environment and provides a hands-on, creative introduction to jewellery making.
Course Content
- Basic metalworking for jewellery
- Construction of rings and bangles
- Safe use of soldering torches
- Embossing designs with a rolling mill
- Texturing metal
- Selecting and working with different metals (mainly silver)
- Safe studio practices
Build towards these roles
Jewellery MakerJewellery DesignerCraftsperson
Build skills in these industries
Artisan CraftVisual Arts
Otago Polytechnic is known for high quality, hands on learning that leads to strong outcomes. With excellent student satisfaction, high graduate employment rates, and a commitment to sustainability, it’s a place where practical skills meet purpose. Their award winning programmes span design, fashion, creative arts, trades, health, and business, giving you real experience and real confidence for whatever comes next.
