Diploma in Culinary Arts, Le Bouveret

Diploma in Culinary Arts, Le Bouveret 1

An intensive and highly regarded program that gives you a strong foundation in international culinary arts

The programme includes 2 terms of 11 weeks each at the Culinary Arts Academy in Le Bouveret, Switzerland, plus a paid internship anywhere in the world. Accommodation, meals, and insurance are included in the program fee.

A world-class culinary schools that gives you the skills you need for your future career. Learn from highly experienced instructors. Become a gourmet chef who has the techniques, knowledge and creative flair to impress any palate.

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Discover the fundamentals of gourmet cuisine

Techniques and methods, particularly in Italian and French cooking, are combined with various theoretical elements to prepare you for a career in the kitchen of top restaurants all over the world.

Our experienced chef instructors will demonstrate techniques and give you guidance that you translate into new skills. Although a kitchen is a disciplined environment, the teaching style remains highly accessible and light-hearted. We offer a solid foundation and more, to develop your love of cooking, and lead you further in the career!

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Structure

  1. Term 1 (11 weeks)
    1. Culinary Essentials
      1. European Culinary Essentials I (practical, 12hrs/week, 8 credits)
      2. European Culinary Essentials II (practical, 12hrs/week, 8 credits)
      3. Culinary Hygiene & Safety Standards (Theory, 4hrs/week, 4 credits)
      4. French or German (optional, 4hrs/week, no credits, additional costs)
    2. You can stop here, and graduate with a:
      1. Swiss Certificate in Culinary Arts Essentials

Or continue further to:

  1. Term 2 (11 weeks)
    1. Cutting Edge Culinary Skills
      1. International & Fusion Cuisine (practical, 12hrs/week, 8 credits)
      2. The Art of Food Plating & Styling (practical, 12hrs/week, 8credits)
      3. Specialized Diets & Balanced Nutrition (Theory, 4hrs/week, 4 credits)
      4. French or German (optional, 4hrs/week, no credits, additional costs)
    2. Internship: Worldwide (local conditions apply) or paid in Switzerland (6 months)
    3. And finally graduate with a:
      1. Swiss Diploma in Culinary Arts

Requirements

  • Completed secondary school education (IB Diploma, IBCP Diploma, Maturité, Abitur, French Bac, 2 A-levels, high school diploma or equivalent).
  • English language proficiency.
  • Recommended minimum age of 18 years
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