Established in 1931The World's Foremost Authority in Gemology™

What is GIA?

Established in 1931, the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) is the world's foremost nonprofit institute of gemmological research and learning.

Education

Worldwide - for 80 years - each of the Institute's world-renowned Diplomas has turned the passion of students into exciting and rewarding careers in the gem and jewellery industry.

Featured Course

Jewelry Design Programme

Take your first important step into one of the most creative and exhilarating segments of the jewellery industry. Learn to design beautiful jewellery as well as purchase merchandise with a keener

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N e w s & E v e n t s

2012 Course Schedule is online. Choose the class that best fits your needs.

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GIA London Alumni Event: David Callaghan - October 26th

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Next GIA London Alumni Event: Hazel Forsyth FSA - Rediscovering the Cheapside Hoard - February

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Quicklinks

• 2012 Schedule
• Download Education Catalogue
• AJP Intensive 5-day class
• GIA Business 5-day Class
• Lab Classes
• How do I find the right course?
• Graduate Gemologist (G.G.)
• About GIA London
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