The academic content and curriculum of the Bachelor's Degree Program in Jewelry Design offers a balanced education that combines artistic creativity with technical skill. The main aim of the program is to enable students to develop their design skills and to have the technical knowledge and skills required by the jewelry industry.
Basic Design and Art History: Students learn the basics of jewelry design and the history of art and design. These courses provide the necessary grounding for them to use aesthetic and historical references in their designs.
Drawing and Design Techniques: In this area, students are taught computer-aided design (CAD) techniques as well as drawing by hand. This is important so that they can express their designs in a more professional and detailed way.
Material Knowledge: Students learn about various metals, precious and semi-precious stones used in jewelry making. Properties of materials, processing methods and usage areas are among the main topics of this course.
Production Techniques: In these courses, traditional and modern techniques used in jewelry production are taught. Students learn how to realize their designs and gain technical skills such as metalworking, casting, soldering.
Design Projects: Students work on design projects that can be applied in real life. This allows them to both showcase their creativity and combine the theoretical knowledge and practical skills they have learned.
Marketing and Brand Management: Students learn about the marketing and brand management of jewelry and jewelry products. This encompasses important skills that will help graduates achieve commercial success in the industry.
Internships and Workshops: The program provides students with the opportunity to gain practical experience in the industry by offering internship opportunities and workshops. These experiences help students find a job after graduation and help them understand the real business processes in the sector.
The curriculum of the program is constantly updated taking into account the current trends and technological developments in the sector. In this way, students have competitive and up-to-date knowledge in the ever-changing jewelry and jewelry world.