Bachelor of Jewellery Design + Technology

Jewellery is more than decoration.

It has a story. It’s a way to shape meaning. To make a statement. To explore.

And every piece starts with a maker - someone who sees the possibility in the raw materials and turns them into something personal - something alive.

At Whitecliffe we don’t just teach you how to make jewellery. We give you space to find your own voice, to experiment, to question what jewellery means to you - and then to make it real.

We are proud to offer Aotearoa New Zealand’s only dedicated jewellery degree - our Bachelor of Jewellery Design + Technology.

This unique programme blends traditional craftsmanship with innovative design and empowers you to create jewellery that is both meaningful and inspiring. Whether you’re drawn to bespoke design or cutting-edge digital techniques, our degree provides you with the skills to bring your creative vision to life and make your mark.

Whitecliffe College is New Zealand’s highest-ranked and most awarded institution in the private education sector. Established in 1984, it is a long-standing Category One Private Training Establishment (PTE), recognized for its excellence and innovation.

Whitecliffe stands as a cornerstone of New Zealand’s private education landscape, with a rich combined legacy of over 130 years dedicated to outstanding teaching and academic excellence across the fields of Fine Arts, Design, Fashion Design, Information Technology, and Creative Arts Therapies.

The merger of three of New Zealand’s oldest PTEs has strengthened Whitecliffe’s position as a leading force in tertiary education. Offering a comprehensive range of programmes — from certificates and undergraduate degrees to master’s qualifications (Levels 4–9) — Whitecliffe is synonymous with academic distinction and is deeply committed to shaping students into global citizens and future leaders in their chosen professions.

At Whitecliffe, we actively collaborate with industry partners to ensure work-integrated learning, deliver high-quality academic programmes, and prepare our graduates for successful, fulfilling careers.

Our graduates are innovators and trailblazers, confident in their skills and ready to lead the future.