Highlights: -
Degree Name |
Bachelor of Science |
Level |
Undergraduate |
Duration of the course |
3 years |
Eligibility |
Minimum 50% in 10+2. |
Education mode |
Full-time, Distance. |
Admission Process |
Merit as well as Entrance Exams |
Entrance Exams |
NIFT, CEED, SMEAT, UCEED, CEE, NID DAT, SEED, UID DAT, AIEED, SMEAT, UPES DAT. |
Fees of the course |
Rs 10,000 - Rs 7.00 Lakhs |
Eligibility Criteria: -
- Candidates must have cleared the class 12th in any stream or its equivalent from a recognised board.
- Candidates must have secured an aggregate score of 45%- 55% in the qualifying exam.
- Candidates may have to clear the Entrance Exam.
Syllabus for B.Sc in Jewellery Design:
The B.Sc in Jewellery Design syllabus will vary from college to college, but the course aims and subjects shall remain the same; the subject distribution over the syllabus may differ, but the study matter remains consistent. Nevertheless, candidates should check the official website to know the complete syllabus. Here is a general guide to B.Sc in Jewellery Design syllabus design, as commonly followed by Indian colleges:
Semester 1 |
Semester 2 |
Introduction to Jewellery Design |
Advanced Design Principles |
Basic Design Principles |
History of Jewellery |
Drawing and Sketching Techniques |
Gemology - Identification and Grading |
Introduction to Gemology |
Metals and Alloys used in Jewellery |
Introduction to Metals and Materials used in Jewellery Making |
CAD/CAM in Jewellery Design |
Computer-Aided Design (CAD) Basics |
Workshop Practice - Intermediate Jewellery Making Techniques |
Workshop Practice - Basic Jewellery Making Techniques |
Business Communication and Entrepreneurship in Jewellery Industry |
Semester 3 |
Semester 4 |
Trend Forecasting in Jewellery Design |
Design Project - Conceptualisation and Execution |
Traditional Indian Jewellery Design |
Jewellery Quality Control and Assurance |
Contemporary Jewellery Design Trends |
Jewellery Retail Management |
Gemology - Advanced Studies |
Intellectual Property Rights in Jewellery Design |
Jewellery Marketing and Merchandising |
Environmental and Ethical Issues in Jewellery Industry |
CAD/CAM - Advanced Techniques |
Internship/Industry Training |
Workshop Practice - Advanced Jewellery Making Techniques |
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Semester 5 |
Semester 6 |
Portfolio Development |
Design Collection Development |
Design Project - Presentation and Critique |
Final Design Project |
Industry Trends and Forecasting |
Professional Practices in Jewellery Design |
Branding and Promotion in Jewellery Design |
Exhibition and Retail Design |
Financial Management for Jewellery Designers |
Entrepreneurship Development |
Elective Course 1 (e.g., Advanced CAD/CAM Techniques, Jewellery Photography) |
Elective Course 2 (e.g., Jewellery Business Laws, Global Trends in Jewellery Design) |
Further studies after B.Sc in Jewellery Design:-
- M.Des in Jewellery Design
- M.Sc in Jewellery Design
- Certificate Courses: Gemology Courses, AD/CAM Courses for Jewellery, Diamond Grading and Evaluation Courses, Jewellery Retail Management Courses and Workshops and Short Courses.
Employment after B.Sc in Jewellery Design:-
Job Profiles |
Average Salary (LPA) |
Jewellery Merchandiser/Buyer |
Rs 3.00 - Rs 12.00 LPA |
CAD/CAM Jewellery Designer |
Rs 4.00 - Rs 8.00 LPA |
Gemologist |
Rs 3.00 - Rs 10.00 LPA |
Jewellery Designer |
Rs 3.00 - Rs 10.00 LPA |
Production Manager |
Rs 3.00 - Rs 10.00 LPA |
Jewellery Retail Manager |
Rs 3.00 - Rs 12.00 LPA |
FAQs
- Name some popular subjects taught in B.Sc Jewellery Design?
Though each university has its separate curriculum for B.Sc Jewellery Design, but most of these universities offer some common subjects in this course which are listed below:
- Elements of Design
- Metallurgy and Casting Process
- CAD
- Setting of gemstones in jewellery
- Materials for Design
- What are the hands-on training provided in B.Sc Jewellery Design?
Apart from the usual theoretical course of study, a B.Sc Jewellery Design offers hands-on training on stone cutting, engraving, polishing along with electroplating, metal colouring, and anodising including use of CAD software for creating jewellery design.
- Which metals are used in Jewellery Design?
Though most jewellers use gold and silver for jewellery design, these days jewellers are experimenting with other metals as well, namely Platinum, Titanium, Palladium, Tungsten and even stainless steel.
- What purpose does CAD software serve in Jewellery Designing?
CAD 3D design software is primarily used for designing jewellery of any shape or material. Using this software, jewellery designers view a piece of jewellery from different angles including inside, top or sides.
Other specialisation in B.Sc: -
B.Sc in Interior Design, B.Sc in Fashion Design, B.Sc in Game Design, B.Sc in Textile Design.