Overview
Ideal for chefs qualified to Level 3 or those with relevant industry experience, this practical Professional Chef degree from University College Birmingham focuses on culinary skills and will enable you to work with a wide variety of high quality food commodities, as well as developing your food service skills. Working in our industry standard training kitchens under the guidance of our expert chef lecturers, you will also learn about the use of seasonal produce and sustainability, as well as developing transferable skills which will allow you to move between different kitchen styles.
The renowned Birmingham College of Food has outstanding links with the industry, meaning you will have access to a wide range of guest lectures, visits and other activities. You will further enhance your employability through a work placement in a top industry kitchen, while you will also be able to forge the contacts that could help shape your future career.
Work placements
- Work placements are vital for gaining real-life experience and for building your confidence and skills before you finish your course – and they may even lead to a job when you graduate. The hired@UCB team can help find the ideal placement for you.
- You will undertake short work experience placements in the second year of your FdA Professional Chef course, offering a potential stepping stone into a career and providing a valuable boost to your CV.
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Visit programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Advanced Culinary Skills
- Specialist Patisserie
- The Gastronomist
- The Science of Food
- Advanced Culinary Techniques
- Innovative Patisserie
- Kitchen Management Techniques
- Profitable Menu Development
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Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
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Campus Location
- Birmingham, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Food Science Culinary Arts View 10 other Bachelors in Culinary Arts in United KingdomExplore more key information
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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
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General requirements
- Academic: A relevant Level 3 qualification in Chef Catering, Professional Chef/Cookery or Food Preparation and Cooking (NVQ, VRQ, VTCT etc.)
- Work-based: We also give equal consideration to applicants who are currently in work and wish to apply to University College Birmingham. To apply, you must have a minimum of 12 months' relevant work experience, demonstrating management or supervisory duties. Your application must also include a reference from your line manager supporting your entry to higher education. On some occasions we will arrange for you to meet with the teaching team to ensure your skill sets prepare you suitably to achieve on this programme.
Work experience
- We also give equal consideration to applicants who are currently in work and wish to apply to University College Birmingham. To apply, you must have a minimum of 12 months' relevant work experience, demonstrating management or supervisory duties.
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Applies to youNon-residents16500 GBP / year≈ 16500 GBP / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents9535 GBP / year≈ 9535 GBP / year
Living costs
Birmingham
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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