1Course Overview
Jewellery Making Level 2
Course code: OSC1118
Are you interested in creating your own jewellery? Then this Level 2 course can help you do just that, from home!
This course will enable you to:
- Learn how to create and design your own pieces of jewellery
- Explore the materials and tools used to make innovative and beautiful jewellery
- Know how to work with beads and stones
- Understand different techniques of metalwork
You will receive your course by post or email, so getting your materials is easy and hassle-free. Your personal tutor is there to support you every step of the way by email, so help is only a click away!
The course will allow you to study whenever you want, at your own pace. All coursework can be submitted by either post or email making it simple and hassle-free.
Start your journey and develop your skills and knowledge today and join over 50,000 students that already have!
2Course Content
Unit 1: Jewellery History and Design
- History of jewellery in ancient civilizations
- Develop design ideas
- Design considerations for different pieces of jewellery
- Design considerations for different materials
Unit 2: Jewellery Tools
- Threading tools
- Wire tools
- Metal work tools
Unit 3: Beadwork
- Different types of thread
- Crimps in beadwork
- Different knotting techniques in bead and threading work
- The range of beads which can be used in beadwork
Unit 4: Working with Wire
- Defining the term ‘findings’
- Techniques used in wirework
- Function of working with chains
- Use of memory wire
Unit 5: Metalwork
- Cutting
- Filling
- Joining
- Texturing
- Shaping
- Finishing and polishing
- Correct workshop set up for metalwork
- Different types of metal and their applications that are used in jewellery
- Metal work techniques
- Finishing and polishing metalwork
Unit 6: Decoration
- Application of stone types and their use in jewellery
- Readymade settings and custom settings
- Use of clay and resin in jewellery making and decoration
- Use of found objects in jewellery making
3Other Information
Assessment
This course is assessed by a series of written assignments, which you submit to your tutor for marking. There is no external examination required.
Course Duration
Once enrolled, you can start at any time and have 12 months to complete your studies. This course will allow you to study at your own pace and in your own time, without the pressure of tight deadlines. This means that learning around your other commitments is stress-free and convenient.
Study Method
You will study this course by distance learning, which will enable you to learn when and where you want. You can study from home or at work; it is completely up to you. All your materials will be posted or sent to you via email, so receiving your materials is hassle-free. You will also receive personal tutor support by email, so help is only a click away. All coursework can be submitted by either post or email making it simple and hassle-free.
Course Outcome
At the end of this course successful learners will receive a Certificate of Achievement by ABC Awards.
The course itself has been designed by Open Study College to meet specific learners’ or employers’ requirements. The course has been endorsed under the ABC Awards’ Quality Licence Scheme. This means Open Study College have undergone external quality checks to ensure that the organisation and the courses’ it offers meet a high standard. Regular reviews of our courses are carried out as part of the endorsement process.
The completion of this course alone does not lead to an Ofqual regulated qualification, but may be used as evidence of knowledge and skills towards regulated qualifications in the future. The unit summary can be used as evidence towards your Recognition of Prior Learning if you wish to progress your studies in this sector.
The course depth and study has been benchmarked at Level 2 against level descriptors published by Ofqual.
ABC Awards are a national awarding organisation that have years of experience in developing and awarding high quality vocational qualifications across a wide range of industries. They have a comprehensive portfolio of over 650 Ofqual regulated qualifications on the national Qualifications and Credit framework (QCF) for all ages and abilities post-14.
4Q&As
Your Questions Answered
What are the requirements for this course?
You do not need any previous knowledge to enrol onto this course.
Is there a time limit for the completion of this course?
You may start at any time and have a full year to complete your studies. It is truly flexible and is designed to be adaptable around your lifestyle and other commitments.
What is included in the cost of my course?
- Dedicated personal tutor support
- Dedicated student support
- Assignment marking and feedback
- FREE CV writing service
- *Comprehensive study guide
- *Exclusive Open Study College Pen
- *Student study planner
- *Three colour highlighter
- *Student notebook
- *Document wallet
- * Not included with the online study option
Do I have to sit an exam?
No, you will be assessed on your tutor marked assignment only.
Are there any additional costs?
No, everything you need is included in the price!
How will I get my work assessed?
You will send your assignments to your personal course tutor for them to mark and return to you. On successful completion of the course you will be awarded your Level 3 certification in Jewellery Making.
What happens if I lose my course pack?
It’s not a problem. We offer a course replacement service, so if you get into trouble and your course pack is lost or damaged, our Student Support Team can provide you with a new set of materials for a one-time additional fee.
What if I still have questions?
That’s not a problem. We want to make sure you’re 100% confident about enrolling on the course and starting your study. So, just give our Student Support Team a call on 03300 563 100 and they’ll do their best to help.
