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Diploma of Culinary Arts

Nelson, Canada
1.17 years
English
On campus
Diploma

About the program

Diploma in Culinary Arts is a two-year full-time diploma at NAIT in Edmonton, Taught in a hybrid format (online and in-person).

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights: yes
PR pathway friendly: yes

What you will learn

Develop subject knowledge in Culinary Arts and apply creative methods
Develop and critique original work
And communicate design or artistic intentions.

Career outcomes

Chef
Caterer
Kitchen manager
Entrepreneur
Restaurants
Hotels
Catering companies
Schools
Healthcare facilities

Curriculum

Two-year full-time diploma taught in a hybrid format (online and in-person) at the Main Campus. Study areas the page names: computer-programmable Rationale ovens with perfectly consistent heat
Baxter rotating deck ovens
Induction heatless cooking elements that transfer energy through
Modern cookware and utensils from world-class manufacturers. Field Placement placement (105 hours
Mandatory).

Entry requirements

Academic

BC senior secondary school diploma or equivalent
or age 19 or over as a mature student
plus programme prerequisites such as English Studies 12 or Math 11 at 60 percent. Some programmes also need the College Readiness Tool
a questionnaire or an interview. International applicants meet the programme's English requirement (IELTS 6.0 overall
no band below 5.5
unless the programme states a higher score).

Accepted academic background

BC senior secondary school diploma or equivalent, or age 19 or over; programme prerequisites; some programmes need the College Readiness Tool, a portfolio or a questionnaire

Language tests

IELTS 6.5 (no band less than 6.0)
IELTS Academic 6.5

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts

How to apply

Check the programme entry and English requirements; most programmes accept applications up to 12 months before the start ( Apply online through EducationPlannerBC or with the Selkirk application package and pay the 100 CAD application fee. Email transcripts
test scores
passport ID page and resume if applicable. Receive a conditional letter of acceptance showing tuition. Pay tuition and fees (due on acceptance) to receive the unconditional offer; the seat deposit equals one 15-week semester's tuition and is non-refundable for new students. Apply for a study permit with a provincial attestation letter (PAL).

Other costs

Tuition per year	$22,048 CAD
Application fee	$100 CAD
Deposit	$45,496 CAD

Program details

Campus	Tenth Street Campus
Faculty or school	Hospitality & Tourism
Department	Culinary Arts
Teaching language	English
Credit value	_
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	_
Scholarship note	Institutional scholarships or awards may be available to eligible applicants. Confirm program-specific eligibility, funding and application deadlines.

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 1.17 years.