Higher Level Apprenticeship - Foundation DegreeCulinary ArtsValidated by The Open University

Overview

Passionate about food and keen to enter this thriving and exciting sector?

You will develop your culinary skills and theoretical knowledge to prepare you to succeed in a variety of positions in this fast-growing, ever-changing Culinary Arts profession. This Level 5 course combines both real world learning from within the workplace with theoretical study. It will support and prepare you for a leadership role in the culinary, hospitality and food industries. The course content will develop professional culinary skills and techniques while broadening the learner's knowledge and understanding of how it is to work in a modern ethical kitchen environment.

Throughout the course you will have access to industry-standard, state of the art commercial kitchens, where you will work with professional chefs to perfect your culinary technique through a series of commercial events. You also investigate and work with local businesses to expand and apply your knowledge of the sector and to showcase your skills to potential employers.

Your practical culinary sessions are supported by guest speakers and industry visits to key local organisations to help you understand the infrastructure of the industry as well as exhibitions and conferences. You will develop the knowledge and understanding required to succeed academically at this level. This practical and academic combination of study provides a platform to develop your future career and academic goals.

You will gain a combination of management, educational, technical, and practical skills which will enhance your continuous professional development.

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