Gemmology and diamonds
Swiss Gemmological Institute SSEF
Basel, Switzerland
Basic Gemmology, Scientific Gemmology, Scientific Diamonds and pearl courses; free online courses
SSEF, the Swiss Gemmological Institute, founded in 1974 and based in Basel, is one of the world's leading laboratories for coloured stones, pearls and diamonds, known for origin determination and research. Its courses draw on the lab's work.
What you can study
Basic Gemmology, Scientific Gemmology, Scientific Diamonds and pearl courses, taught in small groups in Basel, and free online courses.
Who it suits
Professionals who want a scientific understanding of gems, treatments and origin.
Programmes, fees and intake dates change: check the school's own pages before you apply.
Places and institutions, not businesses: JewelLoop does not rank, recommend or endorse anyone listed. Hours and contacts change, so check with them before you travel or apply.
More in this region
- Alchimia Contemporary Jewellery SchoolFlorence, Italy
- Birmingham School of Jewellery (Birmingham City University)Birmingham, United Kingdom
- Central Saint Martins (University of the Arts London)London, United Kingdom
- Deutsche Gemmologische Gesellschaft (DGemG)Idar-Oberstein, Germany
- Gem-A, The Gemmological Association of Great BritainLondon, United Kingdom
- Gübelin AcademyLucerne, Switzerland