Diploma in Culinary Arts

Diploma in Culinary Arts

JPT/BPP(K)1000-600/WP1/100 Jld 2(58)

No of Students: 1500+

Place : Megan Avenue II, Kuala Lumpur

Intakes : January, April & September 

Duration : 2.5 Years / 7 Semesters

DIPLOMA IN CULINARY ARTS
JPT/BPP(K)1000-600/WP1/100 Jld 2(58)

Duration : 2.5 Years / 7 Semesters

Designed for students with a special love for the art of cookery, this unique programme explores the fundamentals of international and regional cuisine, garde manger, patisserie, food styling and more to instill a strong set of skills needed to thrive in a professional environment. A career in the culinary arts demands creativity, commitment and a certain flair but is immensely rewarding in return.

Highlights
i) Strong emphasis on practical elements
ii) Fine-tuned to latest industry trends
iii) Industrial training for working experience in a real-life environment
iv) Credits transfer to the 2nd year of a degree programme (food service management, culinary management pathways) at local universities, UK and Australia.

Intakes
January, April & September

YEAR 1

  • Introduction to Hospitality Industry
  • English I
  • Food Hygiene, Sanitation & Trends
  • Fundamental of Food Studies
  • Basic Pastry & Bakery Production
  • Basic Western & Menu Crafting
  • English II
  • Restaurant and Café Operation
  • Computer Application

YEAR 2

  • Art of Garde Manger
  • Commercial Food Production
  • Food and Beverage Service
  • Foreign Language
  • International Cuisine
  • Creative Culinary Artistry
  • Menu Planning & Cost Control
  • Malaysian Cuisine
  • Advanced Patisserie
  • Event Management & Lifestyle
  • Entrepreneurship

YEAR 3

  • Industrial Training

MPU SUBJECTS

  • Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 1
  • Pengajian Malaysia 2
  • Bahasa Kebangsaan A*
  • Personal Branding and Development
  • Personal and Professional Development
  • Community Service

* For Malaysian students who do not have a credit in SPM – BM subject.

Entry Level Entry Requirements
SPM / SPMV 3 Credits
O Level at least Grade C in 3 subjects
UEC 3Bs
Certificate Pass Certificate in related field with at least CGPA 2.00
SKM Level 3 in related field
Sijil Kolej Komuniti Pass Sijil Kolej Komuniti that equivalent to Level 3 MQF in related field AND pass SPM with at least 1 credit

Note: International students are subject to meet entry requirements that reflect similar qualifications and experience as stated above. To find country-specific entry requirement, click here https://iec.edu.my/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2023/09/ENTRY-REQUIREMENT-INTERNATIONAL-STUDENTS-3.pdf

Upon completion, you can launch your career in one of these fields:

  • Professional Chef
  • Catering Manager
  • Restaurateur
  • Food Consultant
  • Or start own food and beverage business

    OVERVIEW

    DIPLOMA IN CULINARY ARTS
    JPT/BPP(K)1000-600/WP1/100 Jld 2(58)

    Duration : 2.5 Years / 7 Semesters

    Designed for students with a special love for the art of cookery, this unique programme explores the fundamentals of international and regional cuisine, garde manger, patisserie, food styling and more to instill a strong set of skills needed to thrive in a professional environment. A career in the culinary arts demands creativity, commitment and a certain flair but is immensely rewarding in return.

    Highlights
    i) Strong emphasis on practical elements
    ii) Fine-tuned to latest industry trends
    iii) Industrial training for working experience in a real-life environment
    iv) Credits transfer to the 2nd year of a degree programme (food service management, culinary management pathways) at local universities, UK and Australia.

    Intakes
    January, April & September

    SUBJECTS

    YEAR 1

    • Introduction to Hospitality Industry
    • English I
    • Food Hygiene, Sanitation & Trends
    • Fundamental of Food Studies
    • Basic Pastry & Bakery Production
    • Basic Western & Menu Crafting
    • English II
    • Restaurant and Café Operation
    • Computer Application

    YEAR 2

    • Art of Garde Manger
    • Commercial Food Production
    • Food and Beverage Service
    • Foreign Language
    • International Cuisine
    • Creative Culinary Artistry
    • Menu Planning & Cost Control
    • Malaysian Cuisine
    • Advanced Patisserie
    • Event Management & Lifestyle
    • Entrepreneurship

    YEAR 3

    • Industrial Training

    MPU SUBJECTS

    • Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 1
    • Pengajian Malaysia 2
    • Bahasa Kebangsaan A*
    • Personal Branding and Development
    • Personal and Professional Development
    • Community Service

    * For Malaysian students who do not have a credit in SPM – BM subject.

    ENTRY REQUIREMENT
    Entry Level Entry Requirements
    SPM / SPMV 3 Credits
    O Level at least Grade C in 3 subjects
    UEC 3Bs
    Certificate Pass Certificate in related field with at least CGPA 2.00
    SKM Level 3 in related field
    Sijil Kolej Komuniti Pass Sijil Kolej Komuniti that equivalent to Level 3 MQF in related field AND pass SPM with at least 1 credit

    Note: International students are subject to meet entry requirements that reflect similar qualifications and experience as stated above. To find country-specific entry requirement, click here https://iec.edu.my/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2023/09/ENTRY-REQUIREMENT-INTERNATIONAL-STUDENTS-3.pdf

    CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

    Upon completion, you can launch your career in one of these fields:

    • Professional Chef
    • Catering Manager
    • Restaurateur
    • Food Consultant
    • Or start own food and beverage business
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