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Bachelor in Culinary Arts

Bachelor in Culinary Arts

Duration:

3 years

Including internships:

3 x 24 weeks

Specialization:

Culinary arts and management

Instruction language:

English

Campus

Paris Campus

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Introduction

Taught across six semesters, including three professional internships, this Bachelor program combines intensive culinary arts training with rigorous academic studies of business and management topics. You’ll graduate with an outstanding educational background, ready to become a leader in the hospitality and culinary industry, or to forge a path as an entrepreneur.

course structure*

Year 1

Semester 1 – Practice fundamentals
Semester 2 – Internship I - 24 weeks

Year 2

Semester 3 – Advanced Practice I
Semester 4 – Internship II - 24 weeks

Year 3

Semester 5 – Advanced Practice II
Semester 6 – Internship III - 24 weeks

*In the interest of continuous improvement, the content of our programs may change.

Success stories

Thanks to my training at École Ducasse I acquired a strong culinary background that I would never have got in another culinary school, I think. That knowledge is crucial to build the foundation of your career. The Bachelor in Culinary Arts helped me in that, when I am in the kitchen, I feel comfortable and I can work faster and more efficiently than if I had a basic training. I’m really proud of that.

Egis Rasiukas

Bachelor in Culinary Arts’ student

Culinary skills

Bachelor graduates will acquire skills in both catering and hospitality industries.

On one hand, they will manage supply operations, create and offer culinary services according to specific constraints (budget, concept, location, available products, season), while complying with hygiene and safety regulations. They will also manage plating and distribution for sale purposes.

On the other hand, they will know how to create / take over and manage a company. They will define the global strategy for their company, manage activities and employees on a day-to-day basis, and analyse the environment to anticipate and adapt their company to a constantly evolving socio-economic context (technology, regulations, competitors, environment).

Throughout this program, they will become a leader, a creative and a manager. They will adapt products to customer needs and evolution of customer behaviour and produce high-quality goods while considering budget constraints.

Business expertise

Soft skills and business acumen are equally vital to success in the food service industry. So this Bachelor program includes a complete portfolio of academic courses dedicated to business and management topics.

Across three academic semesters you will study subjects including:

- Entrepreneurship Initiation
- Sustainability Practices in Operations
- Design of the Sales and Production Areas
- Financial and Managerial Accounting
- Talent Management and HR Processes
- Business Law and Legal Risk
- Strategy and Business Models
- Marketing New Trends
- Financial Performance Management

Your academic studies culminate in the completion of a final project where you will create your own food service concept and develop a business plan to bring it to market

Internships

Three, 24-week professional internships are crucial components of this Bachelor program. Working in a real-world food and beverage environment enables you to experience a full range of practical and operational challenges. It is an education that cannot be replicated in the classroom.

Examples of establishments offering internship positions include:

. Ducasse Paris

. Potel et Chabot

. Guy Savoy

. Dorchester Collection

. Maison Pic

Methods of evaluation

Taught across six semesters, including three professional internships, this Bachelor program combines intensive culinary arts training with rigorous academic studies of business and management topics. You’ll graduate with an outstanding educational background, ready to become a leader in the hospitality and culinary industry, to forge a path as an entrepreneur. Upon completion of the program, you will have earned 180 ECTS.
Professional practice courses: intermediate practical evaluations (practical & theoretical)
Academic courses: oral and/or written, intermediate and/or final evaluations
Internship periods: written report and tutor evaluation
Final project: written report and oral defense

In 2023, the success rate of our Bachelor in Culinary Arts students was 100%.

Career Opportunities

You will complete this Bachelor program having gained expertise in both culinary arts techniques and business/management theory; together with three significant periods of real-world professional experience on your resume.

Job and career opportunities for our Bachelor graduates include (but are not limited to):

. Entrepreneur

. Restaurant manager

. F&B manager

. Events and catering manager

. Franchise manager

. Product development manager

. Manager in the food industry

. Culinary consultant

Mentor

The Bachelor in Culinary Arts September 2024 students are honored to be sponsored by Chef Franck Cerutti.

Iconic chef Franck Cerutti fully embodies Alain Ducasse's culinary vision of excellence and innovation.

His career began in 1978 under the wing of Jacques Maximin, before fully revealing itself at La Terrasse with Alain Ducasse. His rise from commis to chef saucier is a testament to his commitment and undeniable talent. At the helm of the prestigious Louis XV-Alain Ducasse in Monaco, he has not only enriched the gastronomic scene with his refined cuisine celebrating Mediterranean flavors, but has also revolutionized the approach to local produce.

His expertise and passion have been passed on through the training of many generations of chefs, who under his mentorship have learned to value culinary creativity and a deep respect for ingredients.

Franck Cerutti is not just a chef; he is a true craftsman who perpetuates and enriches Alain Ducasse's culinary heritage.

Admission Requirements

- High school diploma (Baccalaureat equivalent)
- Minimum age : 18 by the end of the first semester

- Maximum 27 years old strongly recommended
- English session: mother tongue or B2 DELF or IELTS 5.5
International students
- Students of non-Schengen area nationality must have a valid visa or residence permit throughout the training period.

If you have any questions about accessibility for students with disabilities, you can contact our team and have an interview to discuss the aspects, accessibility, and type of disability in order to assess the necessary educational support arrangements, as far as possible.

Intakes dates and fees

Next intakes

August 25, 2025 (English)

February 23, 2026 (English)

August 24, 2026 (English)

Fees

YEAR 1

YEAR 2

YEAR 3

Total TTC €

Application fees

Année 1

200

Année 2

Année 3

Total TTC €

200

Registration fees

Année 1

3 000

Année 2

Année 3

Total TTC €

3 000

Tuition fees

Année 1

14 250** /

17 700***

14 250** /

17 700***

Année 3

14 250** /

17 700***

Total TTC €

42 750** / 53 100***

Alumni fee

300

Other costs

Année 1

6 000

1 000

Année 2760

Année 3

1 200

Total TTC €

8 200

Total €

Année 1

21 450** / 26 900***

Année 2

15 250** / 18 700***

Année 3

15 750** / 19 200*

Total TTC €

52 450** / 64 800***

**EU Fees

*** Non-EU Fees

Other costs include : learning ressources and food and beverage prepaid (1 meal per day)

Based on your nationality, you may be eligible for specific scholarships, loans and other funding options. Please contact us for more information on the fees and to discuss finance and payment options.

BACHELOR IN CULINARY FAQS

What to do after bachelors in culinary arts?

When you’ve completed your Bachelor in Culinary Arts at École Ducasse, you’ll be heading out into the world with expertise in culinary techniques, business theory and management. This in-demand combination of skills opens your future up to diverse career pathways in F&B and beyond.

Common careers include restaurant manager, F&B manager, events and catering manager, product development manager, and culinary consultant. You’ll also be perfectly positioned to launch your own business, equipped with the knowledge and real-world experience (from your internships) to become a successful entrepreneur.

What degree is best for culinary arts

When choosing ‘the best’ culinary arts program to study, you should focus on a number of factors: how the studies suit your situation, the reputation of the educational institution, the facilities, and the course content. If the study locations (remote and real-world) suit you, then ensure the institution is well-known for delivering excellent quality culinary education. After all, you’ll want all your hard work to be respected by potential employers after graduation!

With the reputation established, it’s time to check the facilities available. As well as the cooking areas - which should be industry-standard - the campus should represent a training center, with technical kitchens, knowledge areas and ideally be based in an area of culinary significance. When it comes to the course content, look for professional internships alongside practical studies, as well as intensive training and coverage of business and sustainability topics.

How long is a bachelor in culinary?

Program lengths can vary, the most important thing is to make sure you get a comprehensive education that includes rigorous studies and real-world experience. The École Ducasse Bachelor in Culinary Arts is three years in length, including three internships, each six months in length.

Which country is best for culinary study?

France is the undisputed culinary center of the world, the home of cordon bleu, and a hub for food innovation. As such, studying the culinary arts at a French institution brings with it an authenticity, kudos, and way of learning that positions graduates as respected experts around the world.

Better still is a school that has its foundations in French culinary excellence, was created by a Michelin starred chef, and offers faculty that are leaders in their field. This is the educational package that École Ducasse offers students from around the world, across two distinct French campuses.

What is a bachelor of culinary management?

A bachelor in culinary management takes studies beyond the kitchen and into leadership, equipping graduates with the expertise and ability to manage departments and organizations. Part of this is business acumen, but equally the development of soft skills is paramount in today’s most successful leaders.

Typically, alongside traditional practical cooking semesters, there will be academic semesters that include business strategy, operations, revenue management, talent management, and more. The leading culinary management programs regularly update their course content to ensure students have relevant and in-demand skills on graduation, this includes sustainability, entrepreneurship, and the latest marketing trends.

Campus

Paris Campus

Address

16-20 avenue du Maréchal Juin,

92360 Meudon, France

Location

The new flagship campus of École Ducasse in Meudon – an affluent Parisian suburb that is just 10km from the heart of France’s capital.