Admission to the Jewellery Art and Design program is on a competitive selection basis. Applicants must have completed Grade 12 or acceptable equivalent. In addition, an interview will be arranged with the selection committee.
Candidates should bring to the interview:
- Portfolio*
- Resumé
- Letter of Intent
A portfolio is a collection of images of showing artistic ability, technical aptitude and/or hand-eye coordination. It should be saved as a PDF and sent to the Department in advance of the interview. It should include 10-20 pieces, and could include examples of any of the following:
- Drawing and Painting
- Photography
- Collage
- Sculpture
- Jewellery
- Textile and fibre arts
- Metal and/or wood work
- Ceramics
- Any other art or craft demonstrating creativity and/or manual dexterity
Portfolios will be judged on the degree to which they show creativity and/or hand-eye coordination.
The resumé should include previous education and work experience.
The letter of intent should outline why the applicant has chosen to apply for the program, and could also include career and/or artistic goals, and other areas of interest.
A major focus of the interview is on establishing the applicant’s ability to succeed in the program with consideration given to ability and willingness to accept and grow in a learning environment, ability to interact with others, commitment to the total program, attention span, and previous art/design related training and experience. Successfully chosen candidates may be o?ered seats to the program.
*The Department recognizes that not all applicants will have previous experience in art, craft, or design. Applicants who do not have a portfolio are asked to bring a collection of found images of jewellery, and be prepared to discuss what makes them examples of fine craftsmanship or effective design.
