Jewellery Pforzheim University of Applied Sciences - Design, Technology, Economics and Law
Overview and admission
Study Type
undergraduate
Admission semester
Winter Semester only
Area of study
- Industrial Design, Product Design
- Jewellery Design
- Design
Focus
Design Tools, Techniques and Materials, Design and Business
Annotation
Decorating yourself is an original need of the human being. The longing for identity, self-worth and a certain belonging are components of human existence. With the wearing of an object on the body, it becomes a catalyst, which makes it possible for us to gain a different consciousness. We communicate an attitude, feel more comfortable in everyday life. Whether explicit or implicit – the human form is the domain of jewellery designers. Jewellery almost always interacts directly with the skin, and can become an integral part of our body. In this context, the design-sensitive use of material and form creates an understanding for the individual in dialogue with the surrounding society. A piece of jewellery can be valuable from a craftsmanship, material, artistic or content perspective. Objects in the near body-related environment of humans also have asimilar effect or task. From the mundane charity to the component of personal and public rituals – everyday objects reflect social values and visions. Human needs and desires and the handling of them are recorded as material, usable objects that provide new approaches in the interplay of craft and technology. Prof. Christine Lüdeke: "To deal with jewellery and objects means to engage in a constant process of exploration and discovery in which traditional ideas, expectations and investigations are loosened, the unknown, ambiguous and enigmatic are admitted, joke and paradoxes are formulated, the ability to observe and attention are sharpened, astuteness and the presence of the mind are released."
Admission modus
Selection procedure / qualifying examination
Admission requirements
Artistic aptitude test A prerequisite for admission is a completed subject-related professional training or a subject-related pre-study work placement lasting at least 1 year. This can be completed at the university. An application to participate in the aptitude test can be submitted before the internship has been completed. Admission is only possible once an aptitude test and work placement have been completed.
Tuition fee
Fees
Languages of instruction
Main language
German