The Culinary and Gastronomic Sciences (Hons) programme from Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology aims to provide the student with the knowledge, creative skills and technological competences necessary for a career in the food and/or culinary sector.
Culinary and Gastronomic Sciences (Hons), B.A.
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- 48 monthsDuration
- UnknownTuition Fee6950 EUR/yearTuition Fee819 EUR/yearTuition Fee
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Overview
The Culinary and Gastronomic Sciences (Hons) course from Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology is designed to reinforce and enhance the student’s knowledge of scientific principles, processes and technologies through the study of food.
This degree course will benefit students who are interested in applying scientific principles to the theoretical and practical aspects of food, from production of raw materials to food product development.
The first two years of the programme provide students with practical culinary skills and basic food science and technology, nutrition and gastronomy knowledge, supported by laboratory practicals.
The latter two years focus on the acquisition of more advanced scientific skills in the area of food science, sensory science, flavour, in theory and through their application in food product development.
The programme will create highly competent individuals with a unique combination of skills, by combining the creativity of the chef, with the scientific and technical knowledge to operate in food research and development.
Career Opportunities
The programme will support graduates in their pursuit of careers in the food industry, and in the culinary and catering sector, by enhancing professional culinary skills in areas such as new product development, food processing and manufacturing.
Career opportunities for graduates of this programme include:
- Chef roles - commis, sous, head, and/or executive chef
- Development chef within the food industry
- Food research and product development in the food industry
- Food entrepreneur
Detailed Programme Facts
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- Programme intensity Full-time
- Full-time duration 48 months
- Languages
- English
- Delivery mode On Campus
Programme Structure
Courses included:
- Professional Cookery Operations
- Pastry and Bakery Fundamentals
- Introduction to Live Kitchen Service
- Food Safety
- Food Science and Technology
- Communications and Professional Development
- Learning and Innovation Skills
English Language Requirements
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70The TOEFL iBT ® measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The test has four sections (reading, listening, speaking, and writing), each with a score range of 0-30, for a total score range of 0-120.
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5.5The IELTS – or the International English Language Test System – tests your English-language abilities (writing, listening, speaking, and reading) on a scale of 1.00–9.00. The minimum IELTS score requirement refers to which Overall Band Score you received, which is your combined average score. Read more about IELTS.
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525The TOEFL®PBT is administered in a paper format and measures your ability to use and understand English in a classroom setting at the college or university level. It accurately measures how well you can listen, read and write in English while performing academic tasks.
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51PTE Academic (Pearson Test of English Academic) is a language test that enables students to demonstrate their writing, listening, speaking, and reading skills when applying to study in English. Delivered and marked by computer, it reports on a scale between 10 and 90.
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General Requirements
The general minimum Leaving Certificate entry requirement is a Grade O6/H7 or better in six Leaving Certificate subjects including English or Irish and Mathematics, two of which must be passed in higher level papers at Grade H5 or higher.
Tuition Fee
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International Applies to you
6950 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 6950 EUR per year and a duration of 48 months. -
EU/EEA Applies to you
819 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 819 EUR per year and a duration of 48 months.
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Student Contribution: euro 3,000
Living costs for Galway
- 800 - 1100 EUR/monthLiving Costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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