Master of Fine Arts in Gemstones and Jewellery Art (Campus Idar-Oberstein)

Four-semester internationally unique studio MFA in lapidary carving, contemporary metalwork, experimental gemmology, and conceptual body ornamentation.

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Application checklist & requirements

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Academic degree / Prerequisites: BFA or Bachelor of Arts in Jewellery, Metal, or Product Design.
English language proficiency: English B2 or German B2.
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required.
Thesis / Research statement: High-resolution photographic portfolio of jewellery collections, artist manifesto, and CV.
Recommendation letters: Two artistic references.

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: Wilhelm-Müller Foundation jewellery scholarship of €5,000 for materials
Application fee: €310 semester fee
Tuition / joining costs: €0 tuition fees

Dates and verification

Application deadline: June 1, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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Facts reflect official Hochschule Trier - Campus Gestaltung (Gebäude L) documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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