College Jewellery Student Wins Top Prize in National Scotgem Competition

Wenjing Ma, a first-year HND Jewellery student at City of Glasgow College, has earned national recognition after winning First Place in the “Best First Year Entry” category at the prestigious Scotgem Student Competition.

Organised annually by the Scottish Gemmological Association, the competition celebrates emerging talent in jewellery design and showcases the creativity, technical ability and innovation of students from across the country. Wenjing’s award-winning entry stood out for its exceptional quality, originality and craftsmanship, securing top honours in a highly competitive field.

This impressive achievement marks a significant milestone in Wenjing’s creative journey and reflects her dedication, talent and commitment to excellence in jewellery design and making. Winning at such an early stage in her studies is a remarkable accomplishment and highlights the strength of emerging talent within City of Glasgow College’s Jewellery department.

Wenjing’s success is also a testament to the high standard of teaching and industry-focused learning at City of Glasgow College, where students are encouraged to develop both their creative vision and technical expertise through practical, hands-on experience.

Lecturer Colin Thomson said: “Wenjing’s success in this year’s Scotgem Student Competition is a fantastic achievement and thoroughly deserved. Her work demonstrated a high level of creativity, precision and professionalism, especially for a first-year student. We are incredibly proud to see her talent recognised at a national level.”

Wenjing’s award celebrates her personal success, and reinforces City of Glasgow College’s reputation for nurturing talented, ambitious students who are ready to make their mark in the creative industries.