Your new career awaits
APPLY TODAY FOR THE ONE YEAR JEWELLERY SKILLS & DESIGN COURSE BASED IN DUBLIN, IRELAND
NEW … REMOTE LEARNING OPTION NOW AVAILABLE
Join us in September
Established in 2015, our Full-Time Jewellery Skills and Design Course is designed to offer graduates all of the practical jewellery and goldsmith skills needed to develop a full-time career in the jewellery trade.
Our course is available either full-time in our Dublin City Studio or through our Remote Learning programme, which combines structured remote tuition with six in-studio training weeks throughout the year.
The course covers a wide range of goldsmith and jewellery design skills over a ten month programme running from September to June each year and expands a traditional jewellery apprenticeship to incorporate additional elements required to establish a career in the jewellery industry.
As an alternative option to a CAO Application, this certificate course offers a wealth of potential with real career prospects after just one year.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Our course is now available to attend either remotely with phased on-site studio access or Full-Time in our Dublin City Studio.
Designed to offer graduates all of the practical jewellery and goldsmith skills needed to develop a full-time career in the jewellery industry.
The course covers a wide range of goldsmith and jewellery design skills over a ten month programme running from September to June each year and expands a traditional jewellery apprenticeship to incorporate additional elements required to establish a career in the jewellery industry.
As an alternative option to a CAO Application, this certificate course offers a wealth of potential with real career prospects after just one year.
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Our next available Remote Learning Course dates are from the 21st September 2027 - 23rd June 2028.
Our next available In-Studio Course dates are from the 29th September 2027 - 15th June 2028.
Dates may be subject to change.
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We ask that you apply or simply register your interest by using our online application form.
We look forward to hearing from you.
You can find the application here.
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Our courses are privately structured and are not accredited by an external body.
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Accommodation is not included in the course fee. Students attending are responsible for arranging their own accommodation in Dublin.
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We are regularly asked if our courses will facilitate a visa application to come to Ireland.
We advise that you explore these options through the country that you are travelling from, as they will have the information specific to your requirements.
What people are saying about the Jewellery Skills & Design Course
“Having been part of this journey as a tutor and an advocate of the school, I have witnessed first hand the transformative role this programme has played. It stands as a beacon of excellence, blending tradition and innovation to ensure that students are well-equipped for the demands of the industry.”
— Stephen Goldsmith
Tutor & Professional Jeweller
“Over the past 10 years, Deirdre O’Donnell’s full-time course has made an important impact on training the next generation of goldsmiths. I especially appreciate Deirdre’s disciplined approach to teaching traditional goldsmithing skills that ensure the future of jewellery-making remains vibrant and rooted in excellence.”
— Breda Haugh
Tutor & Professional Jeweller
“I loved the design module. I was really surprised at where it took me in terms of uncovering what my inspiration and design influences were. It still informs my work today.”
— Síne Vasquez
Former Student & Professional Jeweller
2024 RDS Craft Award Winner
Visit us in person
Located in the heart of Dublin is Deirdre O’Donnell Contemporary Jewellery, nestled in a little blue shop on Anne Street South. Our school is located just above the shop.
ADDRESS
19 Anne Street South
Dublin D02 YY83 Ireland
HOURS
Monday–Friday
10:00-17:00
Closed from 13:00 - 14:00
Closed on Saturday & Sunday.
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