Objectives and competences
This specialization course for gemmology professionals aims to deepen participants' existing knowledge of synthetic gemstones, their treatments and artificial products from all perspectives. The practical part focuses on knowledge of the maximum possible number of these gems to identify them correctly. It also provides students with knowledge of new techniques and equipment, some of which is located within the scientific and technological services of the University of Barcelona and the School of Gemmology itself.
Basic information
| Type | Postgraduate courses |
|---|---|
| Certificate | Advanced university course |
| Coordinating faculty | Facultat de Ciències de la Terra |
| Branch of knowledge |
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| Mode of delivery | Face-to-face |
| Credits | 9 |
| Length of course | 1 academic year |
| Language(s) of instruction | Catalan |
| Enrolment fee | First year: 1.400,00 € An increase of 10% is applied to the price, up to a maximum of € 70, as administration fee |
| In-company placement(s) | Yes, extracurricular |
| Start of teaching period | 01/10/2026 |
| End of teaching period | 05/07/2027 |
| escolagem@ub.edu | |
| Webpage | www.ub.edu/escgem/ |
| Managment | Garcia Vallès, Mª Teresa |
| Open pre-enrolment | Yes |
| Lead to doctoral studies | No |
| Admission for applicants not holding a degree qualification | No |
Objectives and competences
Objectives
Access and admission
Applicant profile and access requirements
Recommended applicant profile
Applicants with an interest in identifying and understanding synthetic and treated gemstones, and in acquiring a more detailed understanding of the different synthesis techniques for these materials.Admission requirements: receive the title of gemmologist.
Access requirements and conditions
Pre-enrolment
Calendar
01/06/2026 09/09/2026Contact us
Classes
| Address | Facultat de Ciències de la Terra C/ Martí i Franqués s/n 08028 - Barcelona Espanya |
|---|---|
| Email address | masters.ciencies.terra@ub.edu |
| Webpage | https://www.ub.edu/portal/web/ciencies-terra/masters-i-postgraus |
| Telephone | 934021336 |
| Observations | Wednesday, from 4 to 8 p.m. |
Further information
| Address | Mª Teresa Garcia Vallès C/ Martí i Franques s/n 08028 - Barcelona Espanya |
|---|---|
| Email address | escolagem@ub.edu |
| Webpage | www.ub.edu/escgem/ |
| Telephone | 934021348 |
| Observations | Monday to Friday, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. |