Diploma in Culinary Arts

This immersive program sets the stage for your culinary career, equipping you with the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in the dynamic world of culinary arts.

Our Diploma in Culinary Arts introduces you to the exciting world of food preparation, immersing you in basic operational techniques and providing hands-on training in core competencies. Embark on a culinary journey that includes mastering classic European cooking methods and honing your skills in cuts, stocks, sauces, and cooking techniques, which form the foundation of culinary expertise. You'll also delve into the art of patisserie through two specialized courses, exploring the intricate world of desserts and pastries. Additionally, you'll learn essential industry knowledge in food safety and nutrition, preparing you for your first internship.

Admission Requirements:

  • Secondary school's diploma
  • IELTS 5.0 or equivalent
  • Minimum 17 years of age

Accredited by the Accrediting Commission of the American Culinary Federation Foundation.

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Tuition Operating Expense1 Application Fee Academic Expense Accom.2 Meals Living Expense Total CHF
Bachelor Degree Hospitality/Business or Culinary
BA Degree 1st Year 27'600 2'500* 500 30'600 3'900 2'000 5'900 36'500
BA Degree 2nd Year 28'600 2'500* 500 31'600 3'900 2'000 5'900 37'500
BA Degree 3rd Year 29'600 2'500* 500 32'600 3'900 2'000 5'900 38'500
M.Sc. Dual Degree
M.Sc. Degree 29'600 2'500 500 32'600 3'900 2'000 5'900 38'500
MBA Dual Degree
MBA Degree 32'600 2'500 500 35'600 3'900 2'000 5'900 41'500
M.Sc. + MBA
M.Sc. + MBA 43'400 3'250 500 47'150 5'850 3'000 8'850 56'000
Postgraduate Diploma Hospitality/Culinary
Postgraduate Diploma 28'600 2'500* 500 31'600 3'900 2'000 5'900 37'500
Graduate Certificate
Graduate Certificate 15'700 750 500 16'950 1'950 1'000 2'950 19'900
Pastry, Chocolate & Bakery
Pastry, Chocolate & Bakery 1st Year 27600 2'500* 500 20'600 3'900 2'000 5'900 36'500
Pastry, Chocolate & Bakery 2nd Year 28'600 2'500* 500 31'600 3'900 2'000 5'900 37'500
Short Courses (10 weeks)
Certificate Culinary Operations 14'700 750 500 15'900 1'950 1'000 2'950 18'900
Advanced Certificate Culinary Arts 14'700 750 500 15'900 1'950 1'000 2'950 18'900
Certificate Pastry, Chocolate & Bakery 14'700 750 500 15'900 1'950 1'000 2'950 18'900
Advanced Certificate Pastry, Chocolate & Bakery 14'700 750 500 15'900 1'950 1'000 2'950 18'900
Preparatory English
Preparatory English 5'200 750 5'950 1'950 1'000 2'950 8'900

B.H.M.S. Culinary Facilities:

B.H.M.S. upgraded its culinary facilities and added a new, state-of-the-art training kitchen to the existing production kitchen. In this stress-free environment, culinary students in each year of the program have the chance to acquire and practice core culinary skills and competencies before applying them to a real food production kitchen environment.

Diploma in Culinary Arts:

This 6-12-month Diploma in Culinary Arts program introduces students to the world of food production through basic operation techniques and hands-on core competency training. Students are being introduced to the basic cooking methods, kitchen equipment, machinery and utensils, as well as recipe costing and kitchen procedures. Students also learn how to use food ingredients, develop their skills in utilizing kitchen equipment and utensils, learn how to prepare basic stocks, soups, sauces and salads and become familiar with kitchen terminology, nutrition and kitchen accounting principles. After successfully completing the first 6-months of the diploma studies, students qualify for a 4-6 month paid internship in one of the  many renowned Swiss dining establishments.