Jewelry Design - Fashion Institute of Technology

Jewelry Design from Fashion Institute of Technology is a Campus Associate Jewelry degree that prepares you for a Art and Design career. Create a luxurious ornament, a precious keepsake, a fabulous fashion statement What was true for Cleopatra 2,000 years ago is still true today: A fine piece of jewelry is no less than a masterful work of art, one we display on ourselves rather than on a wall. These treasures from past and present can be seen in museums around the world. Today, the creation of fine and costume jewelry is a multibillion-dollar global industry, offering many opportunities for talented people with the right professional training. FIT's program is closely tied to the industry, with a faculty of experts who bring firsthand knowledge of today's market into the classroom. As mentors, they guide you to find your own niche in this competitive, highly specialized field. In intensive classes that emphasize traditional techniques, you'll master hand-rendering and casting, and analyze and appraise gemstones. You'll acquire the computer design skills now in demand throughout the industry, and learn to design for a high-end collection or create a line of fashion jewelry . And you'll graduate with an in-depth understanding of jewelry design, manufacture, and merchandising, prepared to forge a successful career in this multifaceted industry. In this program, you'll: meet industry leaders and have extensive opportunities to create a network of contacts. have the opportunity to show your designs in industry-sponsored national and international competitions. graduate with 80 pieces of finished jewelry , to serve as your portfolio. View more details on Fashion Institute of Technology . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Jewelry courses.