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ART , DESIGN AND JEWELLERY

Have you ever been told that creativity can ’ t lead to a fulfilling career ? Well think again ! In Scotland , a staggering 98 % of creative industry enterprises are thriving as small , independent ventures . If you ’ re someone who revels in expressing your individuality through the power of creativity in the fields of art and design , or jewellery making , then look no further – we ’ ve crafted the perfect courses just for you . We will supply the knowledge and skills to succeed ... all you need to bring is the imagination and motivation .
At Fife College , our art , design and jewellery courses offer a dynamic blend of hands-on experience and in-depth exploration of the terminologies , techniques , and essential skills necessary to succeed in these exciting industries .
Whether your goal is to carve out a fulfilling career path or to start your own business , our courses will equip you with the skills and knowledge you need to be successful .
What kind of career could I have ?
• Small business or studio owner
• Interior Designer
• Jewellery Designer
• Etsy Seller
• Practising artist
• And more …
What route can I take to my ideal career ?
You can start at SCQF Level 5 ( the equivalent to National 5s ) and progress through HNC / HND and on to year 3 of a degree at one of our partner universities , or move into employment .
Did you know ?
The vision is to boost the creative industries by an additional £ 50 billion in the UK and create one million new jobs by 2030
4,100 +
The number of jewellery designermakers currently employed in Scotland , with an average UK salary of £ 32,240
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