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.

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 | |
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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.