Jewellery Foundation Programme 2026/ 2027 Application Form

This is the online application form for the Goldsmiths’ Centre’s Jewellery Foundation Programme 2026/2027.

How to apply
If you have not already done so, you must read the accompanying Guidelines and FAQs before starting your application, or you can download the guidance from our website: Jewellery Foundation Programme

Application Form
To make the process easier, you should have the relevant supporting documentation including your CV, personal statement and portfolio ready to upload, as listed in the accompanying guidance.

Please note that most fields in the application form are obligatory. You can skip ahead to view the application form by clicking on the information tabs at the top of the application form. You can also save and return to your application up until the application deadline.

Personal statements can also be sent to us as a video via a file hosting service (such as a hidden Vimeo or YouTube link, Dropbox, Google Drive or WeTransfer) to applications@goldsmiths-centre.org

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Survey
Before submitting your application form, you are required to complete a short, anonymous online survey to support the Goldsmiths’ Centre’s ongoing commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.

Receipt and notification
You will receive emails from applications@goldsmiths-centre.org – please check your junk mail and add this email to your safe list.

You will be notified of the outcome in due after the application deadline.

Additional information
If you need any additional information or advice prior to submitting your application or you need the form in a different format, please contact us to discuss how best we can support you. Call + 44 (0)207 566 7650 or email applications@goldsmiths-centre.org

Jewellery Foundation Programme 2026/27 key deadlines:
- The Jewellery Foundation application deadline is: Sunday 4 May 2026, 5pm
- Interviews will take place on: Tuesday 9 June and Wednesday 10 June 2026
- The training programme takes place full-time in person at the Goldsmiths' Centre (42 Britton Street, London EC1M 5AD): from Monday 7 September 2026 until Thursday 1 July 2027
Who can apply
To apply and participate you must:
- live in the United Kingdom, including Great Britain and Northern Ireland, or are able to relocate to London or the Southeast for the duration of the course. Please note that we cannot offer student visas to non-UK citizens, as we are not a licensed student sponsor. Relocation expenses are not covered as part of our Support Grants.
- attend the Goldsmiths’ Centre from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, for 10 months.
- have GCSE Grades 9-4 or above in Mathematics and English. We also welcome applications from those with non-standard qualifications, as long as you can demonstrate your abilities through sketchbooks or 2D/3D work in your portfolio.
How application will be assessed
All applications will be anonymised and reviewed by an independent selection panel made up of invited tutors and the Goldsmiths' Centre team.

Personal Information
1. Your name*

First name (s)Last name
2. Date of birth*

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3. Home address*

Street address

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4. Email address*
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5. Mobile number*
Please enter a valid phone number.

Education and Training

6. Please state all qualifications for GSCE and above. For qualifications still in progress, please enter your predicted grades.*

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7. Should you not have any formal qualifications, please detail any training you have that may support your application.*

Supporting Documents: Personal Statement
You may submit your personal statement either as a written document or as a video. In your statement, please explain why you wish to study on the Goldsmiths’ Centre's Jewellery Foundation Programme.

For tips and guidance, we encourage you to consult our Guide to Writing a Personal Statement, available on our website: www.goldsmiths-centre.org/learn-and-upskill/foundation-programme

If you prefer to record your personal statement as a video, please send your file to applications@goldsmiths-centre.org
8. Please write your personal statement (up to 800 words)*

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Supporting Documents: Portfolio
If you do not have a digital version of your portfolio, you may deliver a hard copy to the team at the Goldsmiths’ Centre.

Please ensure that your portfolios are addressed to the correct recipient at:

Jewellery Foundation Programme
The Goldsmiths' Centre
42 Britton Street
London EC1M 5AD

Important: Hard copy portfolios will be retained until the selection process is complete, which may take several months. You will need to collect your portfolio in person, as we are unable to return it by post.

For tips and guidance, we recommend consulting our Guide to Portfolio, available on our website: www.goldsmiths-centre.org/learn-and-upskill/foundation-programme
9. Please upload your portfolio here. It must be between 8 and 12 pages in length. Maximum file size 16MB. Applications submitted without a portfolio will not be considered.*

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Supporting Documents: CV and Portrait Image
10. Please upload your CV (accepted formats: Word or PDF) below.*

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11. Please upload a recent passport-sized photo. It should be a head-and-shoulders shot and may be either a passport photo or a selfie.*

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The Goldsmiths' Centre Support Grants
The Goldsmiths' Centre provides a one off payment grant of up to a maximum of £3,700 (including VAT) for eligible applicants. This grant can only be used towards travel expenses.

Further details, including eligibility criteria, can be found here: www.goldsmiths-centre.org/apply-for-grants/foundation-programme-support-grants

Please note that bursary applications are only accepted once the probationary period has been successfully completed.
12. Having read the criteria for grant eligibility, do you think you are likely to apply for a Goldsmiths' Centre Support Grant?*

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Availability and Support
13. We require all successful applicants to attend one assessment day. Are you available to attend one or both assessment days on Tuesday 9 June and Wednesday 10 June 2026? Please note that if you cannot attend either day, your application may not be considered.*

Tuesday 9 June 2026Wednesday 10 June 2026Both datesNeither date
14. Please let us know here if you require any adjustments or support to attend an interview at the Goldsmiths' Centre:
e.g, wheelchair access
15. Please indicate if you have had assistance completing this form?*

YesNo
16. How did you hear about the Goldsmiths' Centre's Jewellery Foundation Programme? *
Other, please specify

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Survey
As part of the application process, you are asked to complete an Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) survey. Your input helps us understand who we’re reaching - and, just as importantly, who we might be missing - so we can make our opportunities more inclusive and accessible.

Every response helps us identify barriers and improve access. Even if you choose not to share certain details, your participation still matters.

The survey is anonymous and designed to help us learn how we can better support our community. Your honest feedback - even if you skip some questions -makes a real difference.

Thank you for taking the time to share your perspective. Together, we can create a more inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong.

Click here to complete EDI Survey before proceeding to the final stage of the application form.
Please confirm that you have completed and submitted the anonymous EDI Survey*

Yes, I have completed and submitted the EDI SurveyNo, I have not completed and submitted the EDI survey
Please complete the anonymous EDI Survey via the link above, before submitting your application.

Declaration
17. By signing below, I am confirming the following:
- All information contained within this application is true.
- I confirm that I am a UK resident.
- I confirm that I am able to attend the course in person at the Goldsmiths' Centre, Monday to Friday, for its full duration.
- The Goldsmiths’ Centre reserves the right to pause the application process at any time for administrative or quality assurance purposes.
- The details above may be held on an electronic database for the purpose of administration. Your information is requested in accordance with the terms of the Data Protection Act 1998 and the General Data Protection Regulation and will not be disclosed to any third parties unless specified by you.
Your signature*

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If you are under 18 at the time of application, a parent or guardian must sign here. Please note that applicants must have turned 18 by Monday 7 September 2026.
Your name

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Date*

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Personal Information

Education and Training

Supporting Documents: Personal Statement

Supporting Documents: Portfolio

Supporting Documents: CV and Portrait Image

The Goldsmiths' Centre Support Grants

Availability and Support

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Survey

Click here to complete EDI Survey before proceeding to the final stage of the application form.

Declaration