Overview

The Culinary Entrepreneurship (Hons) degree delivered by Technological University of the Shannon combines creativity, artistry, business acumen and experiential learning to provide an enjoyable and engaging student experience. You will further enhance your artistic abilities in the creation of innovative food products and food business concepts, coupled with developing an entrepreneurial mindset.

There are two work placements in Ireland or overseas – including locations such as Connecticut, Rhode Island, Cape Cod and Nantucket in the United States, and/or the option to study at one of our partner universities across Europe.

Students will require €550 approx. for class materials, books, uniforms, safety shoes, etc in the first week of college.

This course will appeal to students interested in developing a career in the hospitality and tourism industry. If you have a flair for cookery and a creative mind-set with a passion for food, then this course is for you. There are exciting and plentiful career opportunities for students both nationally and internationally.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of this course will likely work in:

New food product development

Food marketing and retail

Culinary arts

Contract catering

Past graduates of this programme have secured employment in such roles, i.e. Quality Manager, Rudd’s Foods Ltd., Co. Offaly, Specifications Technologist, Mr. Crumb Ltd., Co. Longford, Process Improvements Technical, O’Brien’s Fine Foods Ltd., Co. Kildare and Technical Manager, Kingsgate Investment, Kepak Group, Co. Meath.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Culinary business management

Modern gastronomy

Global cuisine

Culinary practice

Environmental management and food safety

Buffet presentation

Classical and contemporary cuisine

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-15 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-09-15 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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105

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TOEFL^® IBT

60

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PTE Academic

50

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IELTS

6

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Credits

240 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Athlone, Ireland

Disciplines

Entrepreneurship Culinary Arts View 13 other Bachelors in Culinary Arts in Ireland

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

105

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TOEFL^® IBT

60

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PTE Academic

50

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

Minimum Entry Requirements: Minimum O6/H7 grades in the Leaving Certificate examination. One of the six subjects presented must include English. Two of the six subjects must be at a grade of H5 or above.

Any QQI-FET level 5 qualification is acceptable but must contain a minimum of 3 distinctions.
Candidates applying as mature applicants may be required to attend an interview and may be requested to take an aptitude test to prove their suitability for a place on this programme.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

13500 EUR / year

≈ 13500 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

3819 EUR / year

≈ 3819 EUR / year

Additional Details

EU/EEA Student Contribution fee: €3000 per annum

Living costs

Athlone

Ireland

650 - 1000 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Credits

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Disciplines

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English requirements

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Tuition Fees

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