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CULINARY ARTS DIPLOMA

Duration:

22 weeks

Optional internship:

13 weeks



Specialization:

Culinary arts

Instruction language:

English

Where taught:

Paris Campus

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Introduction

This course is designed for entrepreneurs, career-changers and entry-level professionals willing to open a business or develop their experiences in the culinary field. It combines practical culinary arts instruction with teaching modules dedicated to managerial and entrepreneurial skills.

course structure*

  • Culinary Arts Fundamental Techniques 
  • Pastry Arts Fundamentals
  • Bistronomy & Traditional cuisine
  • Mediterranean cuisine
  • Healthy & Sustainable cuisine
  • Contemporary cuisine
  • Plated Desserts

In 2023, the satisfaction rate for our Culinary Arts Diploma programs was 86%. 

 

*In the interest of continuous improvement, the content of our programs may change.

Success stories

First of all I chose École Ducasse for Chef Alain Ducasse's reputation, expertise and philosophy. To me it appears that he founded one of the best schools in France. I recommend it to everyone for the high level of practice, the quality of the products students work with, the amazing expertise of the chef instructors and the passion of the fellow students we grow with each day!

Assel Kapsalimova

Culinary Arts Diploma’s Alumni

content

With expert demonstrations, field visits and master classes with influential chefs and Meilleurs Ouvriers de France (MOF), this program is 80% focused on hands-on culinary arts training. All the practical modules are taught in small groups of around 14 students, allowing a highly personalized approach.

At the conclusion of the taught curriculum there will be a final exam, after which you may undertake a 3-month optional professional internship in a restaurant  – allowing you to put everything you have learned to the test in a real-world setting.
 

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What you will achieve

You will complete this program having acquired a unique toolbox of culinary and management skills.

 

Job and career opportunities include (but are not limited to):

 

- Entrepreneur

- Chef de partie in gastronomic restaurant

- Chef instructor

- Private chef

- Food stylist

 

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Methods of evaluation

Professional practice course: intermediate practical & theoretical evaluations

 

Academic courses: oral and/or written evaluations

 

Final evaluation during a reconstituted professional situation (practical & theoretical)

 

Evaluation of internship (if applicable)

 

 

Obtaining the diploma is conditional on passing the academic and practical exams in order to validate all the blocks of competencies of the certification. The minimum grade to obtain is 50 out of 100.

 

 

In 2023, the success rate of our Culinary Arts Diploma students was 100%.

Admission Requirements

- No prior qualification or experience
- Minimum age of 18 years old

- English session: B2 level (IELTS: 4.5) recommended

 

Our training courses may be accessible to people with disabilities. Aspects such as accessibility and the type of disability with regard to educational support methods must be discussed before any contract is signed, so that we can provide trainees with the best possible guidance and support. 

For more information on Admission requirements please contact us.

Intake dates and fees

Next intakes

February 21, 2025 (English & French)

August 29, 2025 (English & French)

 

Fees
Total €: 24 900 ** / 32 900 ***

** EU Fees

*** Non-EU Fees


For a full breakdown of fees and payment options please contact us.

Paris Campus

Address

16-20 avenue du Maréchal Juin, 92360 Meudon, France

 

Location

The flagship campus of École Ducasse in Meudon – an affluent Parisian suburb that is just 10km from the heart of France’s capital.



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