GIM • Diploma in Jewellery Design

Design. Craft.
Make your mark.

Build your creative identity in jewellery design through hands-on making, digital design, technical mastery and real-world industry exposure.

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Program at a glance

RM39,300

Tuition fees · Registration fee RM750

2.5 Years

18 months stated duration

3 Intakes

January · May · August

Diploma

Jewellery Design

Hands-on

Equipment provided

Program

Diploma in Jewellery Design

Intakes

January · May · August

Registration

RM750

Code

(N/0214/4/0001)(MQA/PA16146)

Program overview

Where creative expression meets technical mastery.

This jewellery design program invites exploration across traditional and contemporary practices, encouraging students to push the boundaries of creativity, innovation and experimentation.

With a focus on materiality and the fusion of technical expertise, students develop skills in computer-aided design, metalwork, stone setting, casting, jewellery form and professional practice.

Learn by designing, making and experimenting.

The curriculum blends artistic expression with technical mastery while giving students opportunities for industry exposure, mentorship and business development.

  • Creative jewellery design & sketching
  • CAD and computer-aided design
  • Metalwork, casting & forming
  • Stone setting and jewellery making
  • Portfolio and professional practice

Program structure

A curriculum that moves from fundamentals to professional practice.

Explore design, materials, CAD, making techniques, advanced skills and a final project.

Year 1

Discover & build foundations

  • Drawing
  • Color Studies
  • History of Art & Design
  • 2 & 3 Dimension Design
  • Computer Graphic
  • Presentation Skills
  • Introduction to CAD
  • Metal Work 1
  • Jewellery Design 1
  • Visual Culture
  • Design Studies
  • Gemmology
  • Introduction to Stone Setting
  • Introduction to Ceramic
Year 2

Develop technical mastery

  • Computer Aided Design
  • Metal Work 2
  • Jewellery Design 2
  • Jewellery Design 1
  • Advanced Stone Setting
  • Casting and Forming Process
  • Jewellery Form and Function
  • Jewellery Design Realization
  • Wax and Mould Carving
  • Jewellery Repair 2
  • Industrial Practice
Year 3

Complete your professional project

  • Jewellery Design Final Project
  • Professional Studies

A focused final stage to consolidate design, making and professional skills.

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What you’ll learn

From the first sketch to a finished piece.

Explore & draw inspiration

Develop ideas and visual references for jewellery design.

Study jewellery principles

Understand the artistry and design principles behind jewellery.

Work with materials

Practice metal shapes, forms, textures, gemstones, pearls and other materials.

Develop technical drawings

Learn product sketching, drafting and design communication techniques.

Create unique motifs

Translate concepts into sketches and jewellery pieces.

Build your portfolio

Present class projects and custom designs to potential clients and employers.

Entry requirements

Start your jewellery design journey.

Applicants may qualify through several academic pathways, subject to the stated requirements and institutional screening.

Spm
UEC
STPM
Stam
Svm
Level 3 Certificate

Key requirements

  • SPM with a minimum of three credits in any subject, or equivalent.
  • UEC: Grade B in 3 subjects.
  • STPM: minimum Grade C (GP 2.00) in any subject, or equivalent.
  • STAM: minimum Grade of Maqbul in any subject, or equivalent.
  • SKM Level 3 / SVM in a suitable field, subject to screening.
  • Level 3 Certificate (MQF) in a related field with minimum CGPA 2.00, or equivalent.
  • Interview or portfolio submission as determined by the HEP.
  • English competency: pass SPM/IGCSE/O-Level English or stated international equivalent.