JET Graduation Awards

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Celebrating the hard work and endeavour of JET students

The JET Graduation Awards, held annually, recognise JET students in the splendour of the historic and prestigious Goldsmiths' Livery Hall.

This is a fantastic opportunity for learners and their families and/or employers and colleagues to celebrate their academic achievement. Also in attendance are NAJ National Committee, NAJ staff, JET tutors and FoAP advisers to join in the celebrations.

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The Greenough Trophy

Each year, the Greenough Trophy is awarded to the student who achieves the highest aggregate marks, having completed the most outstanding project in JET 2. This is a mark of recognition for the student’s skill, dedication and hard work. This prestigious award is the ultimate badge of credibility for anyone seriously committed to learning their trade.

The graduation ceremony gives employers the opportunity to assess for themselves the abundance of talent entering the trade, with the Greenough Trophy representing the cream of that talent.

The Roy Huddlestone Trophy

This is awarded to the best FoAP student of the year. This award recognises outstanding performance across all seven assignments of the JET Foundations of Appraisal Practice qualification and is hotly contested.

The awardee is a student that has shown dedication in grasping core valuation principles, undertaking appropriate research and assessment, and accurately documenting their valuation process.

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Who attends?

This is the evening to recognise the effort and endeavour students have put in to complete the following qualifications:

JET 1*

ATHE Level 3 Certificate, JET Professional Jewellers (JET 2)

JET Management and Leadership

ATHE Level 3 JET Certificate in the Foundations of Appraisal Practice

New Members of the IRV

Members of the IRV who have been granted Fellowship of the Institute

*JET Stars Winners only

Usual Programme

The below is a 'usual' timetable for the event. As you can see the ceremony is generally followed by a short drinks reception, to allow graduates to then continue their celebrations in the centre of London.

4:15pm Doors open at Goldsmiths’ Hall.

5:00pm Ceremony begins in Livery Hall.

6:00pm Drinks Reception in Drawing Room.

7:00pm Reception ends.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where will it take place?

The ceremony will take place at the impressive Goldsmiths’ Hall, Foster Lane, London, EC2V 6BN.

Except for exhibitions, the Hall is not open to the public, so this is a unique opportunity to see inside one of London’s most prestigious buildings. Students will be awarded their diplomas in the magnificent Livery Hall in front of the Company’s ceremonial plate, followed by drinks in the Drawing Room.

What happens during the ceremony?

When you arrive at Goldsmiths’ Hall, you need to sign at the NAJ registration desk. NAJ staff will direct you to the Livery Hall, where the Award ceremony will commence at 5pm. Certificates will then be awarded in order of qualification, as listed in the Graduation Awards Brochure, available on the night. When your name is called walk up to the left-hand side of the stage to the person handing you the Certificate. The official photographer will take your picture and you can return to your seat.

What should I wear?

There is no official dress code although students do tend to dress up. We would advise graduates to dress smartly.

Can I take photos?

Photos should not be taken during the ceremony itself, but an official photographer will be present to take a picture of you receiving your award and during the reception after. You will then be able to order photos directly a few days after the ceremony. We will send details of how to view and order after the event.

After the ceremony…

Drinks will be served for all graduates and their guests in the Drawing Room from 6pm. The evening finishes deliberately early between 7pm and 7.30pm to allow you, your friends, family and colleagues to celebrate.

Can I bring my children?

Due to health and safety as well as security, the venue cannot accept children under the age of 12 years old.

Can my employer attend?

Absolutely, we encourage this but they will need to be one of your two guests. Additional tickets may be available closer to the date, please email to be added to the wait list.

Where can I stay?

Although we cannot recommend hotels, we do have a list of places students have used in the past. Email: events@naj.co.uk for the list.

I can’t attend anymore, what do I do?

Please contact us at events@naj.co.uk as soon as possible.