Aston University Engineering Academy

Join us to explore the T Level Jewellery course with Yr 11s & parents, discover pathways, and enjoy hands-on Silver Saturday taster sessionsJoin us for an inspiring and informative day designed especially for Year 11 students and parents. Explore the exciting world of jewellery design and making, understand the pathways available, and experience hands-on creative activities through our popular Silver Saturday taster sessions.There are two ticket options available - ticket type 1 is to attend for information drop in sessions and ticket type 2 for the student to attend the Silver Saturday workshop - please select one option for ticket type on registration. TICKET TYPE 1 — Information Drop-In Sessions🕙 10:00am – 1:00pm (flexible drop-in)Perfect for students and parents wanting a comprehensive overview of the T Level in Jewellery with Business Management programme.Your ticket includes: Arrival & refreshments from 10:00amChoice of three formal presentations at either:10:30am11:30am12:30pm Informal Q&A after each presentationOpportunity to meet tutors, explore subject pathways and careers, and gain insight into:The T Level Craft & Design (Jewellery) curriculumIndustry and university progression routesOpportunities within the jewellery & creative industriesLife as a sixth-former at Aston University Sixth FormDetails of our exclusive Goldsmiths Institute Scholarship for T Level applicantsA relaxed, flexible way to get all the information you need.Ticket type 2 - 10:00 am – 3:30 pmIdeal for students who want to experience the practical, creative, and hands-on side of the T Level and includes the ‘Silver Saturday workshop’.Your day includes:10:00 am – Arrival & registration10:30am – Main presentation (parents welcome to attend)Includes full details about the Goldsmiths Institute Scholarship, eligibility, and how to apply11:15am – 3:30pm – ‘Silver Saturday’ Practical Carousel (Students will need a packed lunch, or can access local food options around campus)Students rotate through a series of creative activities, introducing the breadth of jewellery design, making, and business skills taught on the T LevelExperience studio processes, simple bench skills, design thinking, and moreEach student will take home a handmade piece of jewellery that they createWho Should Attend?Year 11 students considering a creative or technical sixth-form pathwayStudents interested in jewellery, design, craft, engineering, or makingParents and carers want a clear understanding of the T Level and its opportunitiesAnyone curious about routes into apprenticeships, university, or the jewellery industryWhy Attend?Learn about an exciting, industry-focused T LevelDiscover career opportunities in jewellery design, craft, and manufactureUnderstand progression routes into apprenticeships and universityExperience a real jewellery workshop environmentExplore the Goldsmiths Institute Scholarship opportunityMeet passionate specialist tutors and see the facilitiesTake part in a hands-on creative activity and take home something you’ve madeParent Information: Parents may attend the 10:30am presentationParents are welcome to enjoy lunch locally, tour the Aston campus, or visit Birmingham city centreStudents will need a packed lunch, or can access local food options around campusThe Silver Saturday activities are students-only

Are you in Year 11? Interested in Business? Explore our courses in Accounting, Finance, Business Management, Marketing & Social Media and Legal Studies.Select a workshop to attend, workshops start at 10.30am and repeated at 12.00 noon10am Welcome and introduction Workshops start at 10.30-11.30am and repeated at 12.00-1pm if you are interested in more than one course subject.