Applied Jewelry Arts Program

Transform Imagination Into Treasure.

The GIA Applied Jewelry Arts diploma program immerses you in the world of jewelry production where you’ll learn how to turn an inspired idea into a functional, wearable piece of art.

GIA’s acclaimed instructors will teach you the principles of design, perspective, and composition. Concentrate on metals, textures, trends and price points.  Create wax models and molds of your own designs and learn computer-aided design and manufacturing (CAD/CAM) techniques.

You’ll leave the AJA program with a portfolio of sketches, wax carvings, and jewelry design molds; the beginning of you – as a true jewelry design and manufacturing professional.

Program at a Glance

Credential You Earn
GIA Applied Jewelry Arts Diploma

Program Highlights

Learn how to:
Illustrate shape, form, and texture of metal
Design jewelry using CAD software
Create a variety of designs in wax
Make complete models for casting and mold making from your own designs

Learning Methods

On Campus Carlsbad Only

Program Requirements – 26 weeks

• Jewelry Design Course
• Comprehensive Wax Techniques
• Mold Making
• Casting
• Comprehensive CAD/CAM

Tuition 

$15,395 approximately

See Fee Schedule for additional fees including applicable books, materials, and taxes.