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Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaft/Trier University of Applied Science
Bachelor German Arts & Design

GEMSTONES AND JEWELLERY

Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.)

About the Program

The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Gemstones and Jewellery is offered at the Campus Idar-Oberstein. The department takes an explicitly artistic approach to gemstone and jewellery design. Students have access to well-equipped studios including diverse jewellery workshops, a wood workshop, a CAD laboratory, a photo studio, an atelier for painting and sculpting, a library, and a large gemstone workshop available 24/7. The department has about 50 students from approximately 25 different nationalities, with a maximum capacity of 72 students. The program offers intensive guidance with a team of 4 professors, 5 teaching staff members, about 10 external lecturers, and 5 service staff members. An experimental and artistic study in Idar-Oberstein, the program combines traditional craftsmanship, modern technologies and innovative ideas to form an aesthetic synergy.
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The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Gemstones and Jewellery is offered at the Campus Idar-Oberstein. The department takes an explicitly artistic approach to gemstone and jewellery design. Students have access to well-equipped studios including diverse jewellery workshops, a wood workshop, a CAD laboratory, a photo studio, an atelier for painting and sculpting, a library, and a large gemstone workshop available 24/7. The department has about 50 students from approximately 25 different nationalities, with a maximum capacity of 72 students. The program offers intensive guidance with a team of 4 professors, 5 teaching staff members, about 10 external lecturers, and 5 service staff members. An experimental and artistic study in Idar-Oberstein, the program combines traditional craftsmanship, modern technologies and innovative ideas to form an aesthetic synergy.

General Requirements

Specific requirements for this program are not in our database yet. The following are typical for this degree and language in Germany — always verify the exact requirements on the program's official page.

Academic qualification

A recognised higher-education entrance qualification (Abitur or equivalent). International applicants may need recognition via Anabin and, if not directly eligible, a Studienkolleg + assessment exam (Feststellungsprüfung).

Language

German at C1 level (DSH-2, TestDaF TDN 4, Goethe-Zertifikat C1, or telc C1 Hochschule).

Typical documents

  • Recognised diploma and transcript (certified translations)
  • Language certificate
  • Passport and passport photo
  • Tabular CV (Lebenslauf)
  • Letter of motivation (for many programs)
  • Application via uni-assist / VPD (for most international applicants)

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Subjects / Topic Areas

Gemstones and Jewellery

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about GEMSTONES AND JEWELLERY at Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaft/Trier University of Applied Science

Is GEMSTONES AND JEWELLERY at Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaft/Trier University of Applied Science taught in German or English?

This Bachelor programme is taught in German. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the GEMSTONES AND JEWELLERY programme cost?

No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for GEMSTONES AND JEWELLERY at Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaft/Trier University of Applied Science?

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).

When is the application deadline?

Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.

Can I work in Germany while studying GEMSTONES AND JEWELLERY?

Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaft/Trier University of Applied Science — directly or via uni-assist?

Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.

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