BVLGARI is revolutionizing professional jewelry education with the launch of Scuola BVLGARI, a comprehensive training program designed to cultivate the next generation of elite jewelry artisans in Valenza, Italy. This innovative initiative offers unprecedented access to advanced goldsmithing and gemstone setting techniques, welcoming aspiring craftspeople without prior professional experience.
The school introduces two transformative programs beginning in September 2025, strategically addressing the growing need for skilled artisans in the luxury jewelry sector. Both courses are meticulously designed to provide intensive, hands-on training for individuals passionate about mastering the intricate art of jewelry craftsmanship.
The Goldsmithing Program, running until April 2027, represents a comprehensive 1,680-hour curriculum that comprehensively covers metalworking techniques. Students will gain expertise in critical skills including:
• Advanced metal manipulation techniques
• Precision soldering and laser cutting
• Wax modeling
• Intricate fretwork
• Complex clasp and bezel creation
• Professional polishing methods
• Lost-wax casting techniques
Complementing the goldsmithing track, the Stone Setting Course offers 600 hours of specialized training focused on precise gemstone mounting. Participants will learn multiple setting styles, including:
• Pavé settings
• Bezel mounting
• Burnish techniques
• Channel and prong configurations
• Advanced gemological principles
This pioneering educational initiative extends beyond technical training. BVLGARI has embedded a powerful social impact component through its Refugee Program, which provides tailored training, cultural mediation, and mentorship for asylum seekers and refugees. The program’s excellence was recently recognized with the “Welcome. Working for Refugee Integration” label from UNHCR.
By establishing this school, BVLGARI is not merely teaching skills but actively preserving and evolving the legacy of Made in Italy craftsmanship. The Valenza site already represents a global melting pot, with over 32 nationalities collaborating under one roof, embodying the brand’s commitment to diversity and excellence.
As the luxury jewelry landscape continues to evolve, BVLGARI’s educational initiative stands as a beacon of innovation, ensuring that the extraordinary craftsmanship synonymous with Italian design remains vibrant and accessible for future generations.
