Gemmology and Jewellery Studies with a Foundation Year

Birmingham City University

Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Full-time including foundation year 4 Years Materials science and engineeringEnvironmental and earth sciencesChemistry

Gemmology and Jewellery Studies with a Foundation Year BSc (Hons) is an undergraduate degree at Birmingham City University, based in Birmingham, taught full-time including foundation year over 4 years. Graduates earn £27,000 on average 15 months after finishing. Typical A-level entry is CDD.

A-Level Entry

CDD

Typical offer · UCAS

UCAS Points

80 points

Typical offer · UCAS

Avg. Graduate Salary

£27,000

15 months after graduation · HESA via Discover Uni

About this course

This four year undergraduate course has been specifically created to allow students who do not initially meet the entry requirements for a three year degree, to undertake additional level 3 study designed to ensure they are successful on their chosen degree.

After successful completion of your foundation year, you will have the opportunity to switch (should you wish to change direction) onto a number of related undergraduate degree courses.

Our BSc Gemmology and Jewellery Studies degree is one of the only courses of its kind in the world. This gemmology course will enable you to gain the highest level of professionally-recognised gemmological skills.

Based in the heart of Birmingham’s thriving Jewellery Quarter, you’ll benefit from unrivalled expertise and facilities as you explore precious gems and all relevant aspects of the jewellery trade.

Entry Requirements

A-Level Grades CDD
UCAS Tariff Points 80 points

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations. Click through for salaries, employment rates and other UK degrees that lead there:

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Course Details

Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Study Mode
Full-time including foundation year
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2025

2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ

Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Birmingham
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Materials science and engineering, Environmental and earth sciences, Chemistry
Avg. Graduate Salary
£27,000