Schools

California College of the Arts

The program builds on a foundation of traditional and contemporary metalsmithing techniques, emphasizing skilled craftsmanship, conceptual rigor, design, aesthetics, and familiarity with the medium's history. It is also our mission to engage students and challenge them to discover their artistic voice and encourage personal expression through the creation of jewelry, functional objects, and sculpture. more...

Edinburgh College of Art

Edinburgh College of Art has a strong international standing as one of the most successful art colleges in Europe, offering programmes at undergraduate, postgraduate and research degree level. It is known for its creativity, its friendly students and staff, its track record of awards successes and its stunning location at the heart of the beautiful city of Edinburgh. Founded in 1907, and with a history dating back to the 18th century, the College entered a new era on 1 August 2011 when it merged with the University of Edinburgh. Both institutions share high academic standards and international reputations, and the merger offers additional exciting opportunities for learning, teaching and research. The College now combines with the University's School of Arts, Culture and Environment to create a new Edinburgh College of Art. The Jewellery and Silversmithing department’s philosophy is balancing innovation with old and new approaches to traditional craft techniques. Our objective is to design and create personal and individual work that integrates ‘thought’ and ‘practice.' Course are offered at BA, MA, MFA and PhD level. more...

Massachusetts College of Art and Design

MassArt offers both BFA and MFA degrees in Fine Arts 3D with a concentration in jewelry and metalsmithing. The department provides degrees for students and continuing education students who are seeking beginning, intermediate and advanced education in metal arts. In addition to technical processes, metals students are educated in decorative arts history and contemporary art and craft, through visiting artists, concepts and ideation and professional practices related to the field. more...

Pratt Institute

Pratt Institute is uniquely positioned as the only school in New York City to offer a comprehensive course of study in jewelry and metalsmithing resulting in a BFA. This undergraduate curriculum in the department of Fine Arts embraces all aspects of design, creativity, fabrication and social responsibility in the discipline. Pratt’s cross-disciplinary approach to learning fully prepares students for higher education, industry positions and entrepreneurial pursuits. more...

State University of New York at New Paltz

For over half a century, SUNY New Paltz has been widely known for its highly professional art studio program and its distinguished faculty of practicing artists. Instructors mentor students in their pursuit of creative interests and for careers in the arts. The art department offers a variety of professional and liberal arts course work for undergraduates and graduates. Art studio’s comprehensive MFA programs in ceramics, metal, painting/drawing, printmaking and sculpture serve 50 candidates. The department facilitates a studio practice in traditional and innovative technologies within and across disciplines. Building on its solid tradition and rigorous pedagogy, the metal program has earned the distinction of being ranked number one by US News and World Report. more...