Online Master’s Degrees in Jewelry Design
Upon graduation, students may either seek employment or pursue a doctoral degree in jewelry design. Master’s-level graduates may gain employment in metal manufacturing, leather design, and accessory design.
Program Overview
- Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree
- Program Length: One to two years to complete
- Post-Grad Options: Employment or Doctoral Program
- Projected Employment Growth: -5% (2010-2020)*
Program Coursework
The curriculum for master’s-level jewelry design programs may include major courses along with specialized electives of the student’s choosing. Students may learn how to manage an art studio, develop a professional portfolio, and evaluate gems. Core jewelry design courses may include the following:
- Contemporary Issues in Jewelry
- Objects and Desire
- Theory and Criticism for Jewelry
- Professional Development in Jewelry
- Special Topics in Jewelry
- History of Jewelry as Source
- Applied Theory and Practice
Career Options
Master’s-level graduates may gain employment in jewelry design, leather design, high-end accessory design, and silver manufacturing. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, jeweler employment opportunities are projected to decline by 5% from 2010-2020.*
Possible careers include:
- Leather Jewelry Designer
- Gemologist
- Watch Designer
- Casting Specialist
- Jewelry Buyer
Continuing Education
Students who successfully complete an online master’s degree in jewelry design may wish to continue their education by enrolling in a doctoral degree program. A doctoral degree in jewelry design may provide students to enter the profession of academia, a requirement for teaching design at the post-secondary level.
*U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook