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Gemmology (Diploma)
Gemmology (Diploma) is a course run by University of Galway– Centre for Adult Learning & Professional Development, Galway. It is a Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online course with a duration of 2 years, part-time. Gemmology (Diploma) gives a Course Qualification of Diploma, awarded by National University of Ireland. For more information about Gemmology (Diploma) at University of Galway– Centre for Adult Learning & Professional Development, please review the details below.
The next intake for this course is September 2025.
For people with no previous training in gemmology but who have an interest in gemstones, as well as for those working in the jewellery and related trades. The Diploma course aims to provide students with a broad introduction to the study of precious and semi-precious gemstones, demonstrating laboratory techniques used to identify gemstones and provides the student with hands-on experience in gemstone identification. The former will include tuition on good microscope practice using a range of simple laboratory techniques.
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| Training Provider | University of Galway– Centre for Adult Learning & Professional Development |
| Course Location | Galway |
| Course Type | Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online |
| Course Qualification | Diploma |
| Awarding Body | National University of Ireland |
| Awarding Body Details | Diploma |
| Course Start Date | 01/09/2025 |
| Course Duration | 2 years, part-time |
| Course Fee | 1,000 p.a. (Non EU €1,650 p.a.) |
| Carear Path | Students of the course find employment in gemmological work (quality control, authentification) and jewellery (retail and design) trades. Students may also find work as valuators for the insurance industry. |
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University of Galway– Centre for Adult Learning & Professional Development
Nun's Island, Galway City, Galway, Republic of Ireland
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