Capstone Project (Jewellery)

This module provides learners with the opportunity to develop a capstone project, exploring their own unique area of specialisation within gold & silversmithing skills and jewellery design. The Capstone project is an opportunity for the learner to show the depth of their knowledge, technical skills and design aesthetic through the creation of a portfolio of work. The Capstone project draws on a wide range of skills, including creative, critical, and strategic thinking, effective communication, problem-solving and research analysis through diverse learning approaches and perspectives. Learners will deepen their sense of social and ethical responsibilities as they mobilise their knowledge while engaging professionally with their peers and lecturers. 

This module will be the driving force behind all other modules in this programme and will culminate in a public graduate exhibition.

The final year project will provide learners with an opportunity to undertake a substantial, individual jewellery design and production project, taking responsibility for a full project life cycle. It will enable learners to consolidate and further develop their chosen area of study, and integrate knowledge and skills acquired from other modules. They will have the opportunity to demonstrate a high level of craftsmanship in jewellery, gold & silversmithing and to further develop their practical skills in traditional and contemporary techniques and design.

• Development of a schedule of work following the completion of the design and prototyping phase.
• Demonstration of a professional level of expertise in the development of a final practical project.
• Demonstration of creativity and innovation in the creation of a portfolio of work.
• Critical evaluation of one’s work through reflection, and peer review.
• Participation in a public exhibition of work

1. Demonstrate creativity and innovation during development of capstone project.

2. Design an engaging public display of work.

3. Critical and creative thinkers who can work independently and demonstrate the ability to be self-directed, active and reflective learners.

4. Plan, undertake, and document a substantial portfolio of work to a professional standard.

5. Develop media and assets to a professional standard.

6. Critically analyse one's own progress and development decisions.

7. Effectively project management tools and structures.

8. Identify, critically analyse and apply relevant technical and academic findings.

9. Recognise challenging and complex situations arising from the creation of a ceramic body of work and apply ethical values to situations and choices.

10. Implement a display of completed work in a public setting.