The William Dudley Trust

Established 1875 Reg. Charity No. 214752

Awards at Birmingham School of Jewellery

There is a small programme of awards for undergraduates of the Jewellery & Silversmithing - Design for Industry - BA Hons course. Eligible students are referred to the William Dudley Trust for these awards.

The William Dudley Trust also funds an annual Artist in Residence bursary to support the work of promising jewellery students. One bursary is awarded per year.

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Man Hei Michael Lin

Man Hei Michael Lin was awarded the Trust's Artist in Residence bursary for 2024/25 in November 2024. Michael, who is from Hong Kong, holds a first class BA degree and a Gem-A Gemmology Diploma. As well as being an Artist in Residence at the School of Jewellery Michael has been assisting with teaching undergraduate students, by giving tutorials, facilitating lectures and leading demonstrations. He is currently specialising in the traditional Japanese wax technique 'Mitsuro Hikime' using modern digital manufacturing processes.

Michael is in the process of setting up an online shop on his website and and is an elected Early Career Representative at the Association of Contemporary Jewellery.