Distance Learning Course – Intermediate and Final Grade

• For those who have completed the BHI Technician Grade (Level 3) this course provides a comprehensive guide to advanced practical and theoretical techniques
• Each course contains a series of self-contained lessons covering the advanced skills of clock or watch manufacture, design, servicing, repair, restoration and conservation. It includes details of geometrical drawing constructions for escapement design and technical drawing skills. (clocks and watch escapements)
• Each lesson concludes with a set of theory test questions
• The concluding chapters include sample accredited examination papers, test pieces and a comprehensive accredited Examination Syllabus
• Passing examinations at this level is the most important step to becoming a professional member of the BHI
• The content of this course is based on the syllabus for the EAL/BHI accredited exams for the Diploma in the Servicing and Repair of Clocks or Watches (Level 4), and the Diploma in Repair, Restoration and Conservation of Clocks or Watches (Level 5). Vocational Related Qualification (VRQ) Levels 4 and 5 are equivalent to University Foundation Degree or HND

• We would advise completing the BHI Technician Grade to provide you with the relevant knowledge and skills to progress to this course
• You need to join the BHI as an associate member and this membership is open to all. There are many benefits of joining the BHI including receiving the monthly Horological Journal.
• There are no age restrictions to study the course, but to take our accredited examinations you must by 16+

• You can start the course at any time, completing the lessons at your own pace. As a general guideline the course comprises of material to be completed in 1400–1700 guided study hours
• On completion of the course you can apply to take EAL/BHI accredited examinations

• Tutor Feedback: You can buy tutor feedback for the theory parts of the course at any time during your study, with an option to pay as you go. This allows you to email or post your answers to the end of lesson questions for marking and assessment by one of the Institute’s professional tutors.
• BHI Short Courses are available on-site
• Financial Support: Financial support may be available by application to the George Daniels Trust (GD link)
• Local BHI Branches: Branches across the UK and abroad offer a calendar of events throughout the year including lectures, auctions, tours and a chance to meet like minded people and make contact with professional members.
• BHI Members Forum: As a member of the BHI you will gain access to the Members Area of the BHI website which includes the Members Forum where you can discuss all topics relating to horology in a knowledgeable community of BHI members
• Library and Collection: For further research to support your studies becoming a member will give you access to the unique clock and watch collection of the Museum of Timekeeping housed at the headquarters of the BHI as well as the world’s most comprehensive library of horological books and material

The BHI Intermediate and Final Grade provides study material towards EAL/BHI accredited exams for the Diploma in the Servicing and Repair of Clocks or Watches (Level 4 ), and the Diploma in Repair, Restoration and Conservation of Clocks or Watches (Level 5)

• Further details of all the BHI examinations can be found by visiting the Examinations page of this website or by downloading the BHI Examinations Guide
• EAL awards certificates to candidates when the qualification is completed. Interim certificates showing the units gained at each examination session are issued by the BHI
• There are awards and prizes available for high achieving students in different categories that are presented at the BHI Annual Awards Day. These include the BHI Bronze Medal, BHI Branch prizes, memorial prizes and industry sponsored prizes. The BHI Awards Day is one of the most important dates in our calendar and is a chance to showcase, reward and discuss the achievements of all our students. For new members it is a time to meet the next generation of horologists, spend the day in friendly discussion and enjoy a range of diverse horological seminars

Our awarding body EAL is the UK’s leading industry specialist awarding organisation. EAL is part of SEMTA – the Science, Engineering, Manufacturing and Technologies Alliance

• This formal qualification is recognised and in demand by employers in the horology servicing sector of the industry
• For students looking to join a horological company this qualification is in demand for positions, for example as a watch service technician for the major brands of high quality movements…
• If you are training to become a self-employed horologist BHI membership gives you the opportunity to be included on the BHI register of Accredited Repairers on the BHI website which is regularly consulted by the public when looking for a repairer.
• If you are studying this course to gain employment with a business, being a professional member is recognised nationally

This is available to anyone, worldwide

A small workshop area with bench equipment and basic hand tools as listed in the Introduction. For the practical exercise a small materials kit is available from www.livesteammodels.co.uk

You will be posted a set of 2 binders containing bound lessons, each containing study material. You will also receive the full exam syllabus detailing the scope of topics covered in the course, and practice exam papers