Jewellery Foundation Programme 2026/27: Application Guidelines and FAQs Pages 1 1-2 2
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Contents Overview Who can apply? How to I apply Step 1: Get informed before applying Step 2: Application formats Step 3: Supporting documentation Step 4: Application form details FAQs
Overview The Jewellery Foundation Programme is a free, full-time, 10-month accredited training course designed by the Goldsmiths’ Centre. It is ideal for individuals aged 18+ who are passionate about jewellery-making and ready to begin their journey in the industry. If your household income is £60,000 or lower or you receive government benefits, you may be eligible to financial assistance through a Jewellery Foundation Programme Support Grant. Applications close on Sunday 3 May 2026, 5pm. Assessment dates: Tuesday 9 June or Wednesday 10 June 2026 Course dates: Monday 7 September 2026 until Thursday 1 July 2027 Need help? Email applications@goldsmiths-centre.org or call our team on +44 (0)207 566 7650 Who can apply? You are eligible to apply if you:
are aged 18 and over by 7 September 2026. have recently completed your A-levels or T-levels, or equivalent, or are a candidate eager to begin your journey in the jewellery industry. live in the UK or are able to relocate to London/the Southeast for the duration of the course. We are unable to offer student visas to nonUK citizens as we are not a licensed student sponsor. can attend the Goldsmiths’ Centre on a full-time basis – Monday to Friday, up to 7 hours a day, for 10 months.
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