Jewellery blog

Why postgraduate study was the right choice for me

MA Jewellery and Related Products student Yu Jin tells us about her experience as a postgraduate student and how her de...

10 Jewellery Instagram Accounts You Should Be Following

If you find yourself getting lost on your Instagram feed daily in need of something new, we’ve gathered ten of the mos...

What to Expect in Your First Year Studying BA (Hons) Horology

Alexandra Verejanu joined Birmingham City University’s School of Jewellery to study BA (Hons) Horology in ...

All That Glitters Episode Three: Alternative Materials

Rebecca Skeels discusses episode three of All That Glitters, which sees the jewellers work with alternative materials.

What can I do to prepare for my course at the School of Jewellery?

If you are looking to join the School of Jewellery this September, look no further for tips and ideas on how to ...

What career can I go into with a jewellery degree?

We take a look at each of our courses and help you discover the exciting avenues you could explore when you graduate.

How to win design competitions

Amber Tenzin-Dolma shares her top tips for entering design competitions. 

Which Jewellery Course is Right for You?

Choosing the right course can be a difficult decision. To make sure you start off on the right path, we’re taking a loo...

10 Things You Didn't Know About the Jewellery Quarter

Our School of Jewellery is located over 3 sites in Birmingham’s famous Jewellery Quarter, nestled amongst a thriving je...

Our history

On November 4, 1889, the Birmingham Jewellery and Silversmiths Association (now the British Jewellers Association) held...