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Diploma in Vegeterian Culinary Arts

SWISS GRAND DIPLOMA in VEGETARIAN CULINARY ARTS

Short Programs in Vegetarian Cuisine

Next intake

January 2025

Duration

3 terms

Location

Le Bouveret

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PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

Discover the power of plant-based cuisine

  • Learn how to transform any dish into a vegetarian feast, good for the body and for the planet.
  • Learn the essentials of service etiquette, the importance of balancing nutrition and health, and strict hygiene protocols 
  • World-class culinary program that equips you with the technical skills you need to be a Michelin Star chef  
  • Exchanges from top vegetarian chefs and restaurants
  • Graduate with a: 

Swiss Grand Diploma in Vegetarian Culinary Arts 

Structure

Explore the health benefits of vegetarian cuisine and learn how to create menus, substitute ingredients, and master presentation.

Year 1 - Swiss Grand Diploma in Vegetarian Culinary Arts

Le Bouveret

Graduate with a Swiss Grand Diploma in Vegetarian Culinary Arts

TERM 1: 11 WEEKS

  • Fundamentals of Vegetarian and Plant-Based Cooking
  • Food Safety and Sanitation
  • Introduction to Industry Experience
  • French or German

TERM 2: 11 WEEKS

  • Vegetarian Cuisines of the World
  • Taste through Time: History and Culture of Vegetarian Cuisines and Plant-based Diets
  • Introduction to Vegan Baking and Pastry Arts
  • Nutrition, Health and Special Diets
  • Business Communication
  • French or German

TERM 3: 11 WEEKS

  • Vegetarian and Plant-Based Bistronomy Cuisine
  • Vegan Dessert Creations
  • Introduction to Vegan Baking and Pastry Arts
  • Vegetarian Culinary Trends: Whole Foods, Sustainability and Beyond
  • Kitchen Management and Leadership Training
  • French or German 

 

Internship

Switzerland or abroad (6 months) for Swiss Grand Diploma – special conditions apply

 

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Next intakes

We highly recommend applying early. If you need a student visa, please be sure to allow 8 – 12 weeks between application and program start date.

July 4, 2022

* Swiss Grand Diploma in Vegetarian Culinary Arts 

July 10, 2023

* Swiss Grand Diploma in Vegetarian Culinary Arts 

Requirements & fees

  • Recommended minimum age of 18 years
  • Completed secondary school education (IB Diploma, IBCP Diploma, Maturité, Abitur, French Bac, 2 A-levels, high school diploma or equivalent). Direct entry into the second year may be possible for students with appropriate qualifications.
  • Candidates with prior learning from other culinary schools or the workplace may also apply. All applications will be considered on an individual basis.
  • English language proficiency of TOEFL iBT 55 or IELTS academic module 5.5 or OOPT 50+ equivalent. Students who do not have the required English level will be advised to join the English Foundation Program.

We highly recommend applying early. If you need a student visa, please be sure to allow 8 – 12 weeks between application and program start date.

Advance Learning Program
  • Taking university-level coursework requires that you meet the demands of lectures, seminars, and assignments. If English is not your first language, you are required to complete a short language assessment during the induction period. If you do not meet the minimum level for your academic program, you will be required to participate in the Advance Learning Program which runs in parallel to your regular studies and supports your academic progression. Students who benefit from this program will not be charged an additional fee.

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