Accessories short courses
Develop a new specialist skill in designing and crafting fashion accessories with our range of practical short courses. From bag-making, jewellery, millinery and footwear, we have a broad range of disciplines you can choose from to hone your skills.
Courses span from 1-day workshops, a week or across several weeks, designed with beginners in mind and appropriate class sizes, so tutors can support each individual improve their knowledge and get to the next level.
Courses include:
- Access to UAL's state-of-the-art studio spaces and facilities
- Set lessons and assignments
- Tutor feedback
- Chance to meet like-minded students from all over the world
- Group feedback and/or critique sessions
- A certificate of attendance
If you need help finding the right course please do not hesitate to get in touch. Our Customer Service Team Coordinator is available to answer specific questions: ualshortcourses@arts.ac.uk
Intermediate Jewellery Short Course
£830
Refine your jewellery design through guided workshop practice. This intermediate course helps you explore and expand existing ideas with practical and design support.
- Level - Intermediate
- Dates - 15 December 2025 to 19 December 2025
- Schedule - Monday to Friday
Vintage Millinery Workshop Short Course
£750
Recreate 20th-century millinery. Learn to make a 1920s cloche, 1940s turban, and 1950s headpiece. Acquire skills in classic vintage styles.
- Level - All levels welcome
- Dates - 10 August 2026 to 14 August 2026
- Schedule - Monday to Friday
Introduction To Silversmithing Short Course
£840
Discover silversmithing and create tangible 3D objects. This introductory course allows you to design and craft a beautiful piece in silver.
- Level - Beginners
- Dates - 30 March 2026 to 2 April 2026
- Schedule - Monday to Thursday
Stone Setting In Silver Jewellery Short Course
£800
A perfect intro for silver jewellery makers. Gain essential techniques to add stones and Enhance your jewellery skills.
- Level - Intermediate
- Dates - 8 November 2025 to 6 December 2025
- Schedule - Saturdays
Jewellery And Wax Carving Short Course
£800
This course guides you from initial design to finished silver jewellery, covering all necessary techniques.
- Level - Beginners
- Dates - 21 February 2026 to 21 March 2026
- Schedule - Saturdays
Bag Design Short Course
£660
Learn bag design principles and techniques. Create stylish and functional bags.
- Level - Beginners
- Dates - 15 December 2025 to 19 December 2025
- Schedule - Monday to Friday
Leather Sewing Skills Short Course
£620
Learn essential leather sewing techniques. Identify industrial/domestic machines, master threading and bobbin winding. Build foundational skills for creating leather accessories.
- Level - Beginners
- Dates - 30 March 2026 to 2 April 2026
- Schedule - Monday to Thursday (Last day 09:00-16:30)
Jewellery with Wood Short Course
£830
Craft contemporary sculptural jewellery. Explore silver inlay, inlaid pearls, and laminated woods. Learn shaping and decorating techniques, with time for experimentation.
- Level - Beginners
- Dates - 6 July 2026 to 10 July 2026
- Schedule - Monday to Friday