British Academy of Jewellery

British Academy of Jewellery (BAJ) is a specialist training provider and education hub focused on technical excellence in jewellery, creative and business education, with campuses in London, Birmingham, Leicester, Sheffield and Nottingham. BAJ delivers a wide range of programmes including Higher Education degrees, Higher National Diplomas, apprenticeships, online learning and short courses, offering pathways for both new entrants and existing professionals seeking to develop their skills. Their jewellery provision spans beginner to advanced levels, with a strong emphasis on practical jewellery manufacturing in workshop environments and in industry settings, combining heritage craft techniques with future-facing technology. Alongside jewellery, BAJ offers business and creative courses in areas such as business, marketing and digital technologies, enabling learners to build complementary commercial and creative skills. Provision includes options such as Level 3 apprenticeships in jewellery, Level 3 diplomas in jewellery design and manufacturing, and higher-level programmes including HNC/HND and BA (Hons) in jewellery-related disciplines, as well as HNDs in business and digital technologies. Courses are delivered in professional-level facilities by experienced tutors, and BAJ highlights close links with the jewellery industry and collaborative opportunities for employers and learners. The organisation is proud to be rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted, reflecting its focus on meeting industry needs through high-quality training and education. (baj.ac.uk)