Swiss Diploma in Pastry Arts

Swiss Diploma in Culinary Arts

Swiss Diploma in Pastry Arts

Designed for pastry and chocolate enthusiasts, aspiring pastry experts, and entrepreneurs with a sweet tooth, our 1 year Swiss Diploma in Pastry Arts program is your gateway to the world of Swiss and European confectionery excellence. Immerse yourself in hands-on training, mastering fundamental dessert techniques, and perfecting the art of crafting both traditional and contemporary Swiss and European delights.

Next intake

July 08, 2024

Duration

1 Year

Location

Le Bouveret

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

Perfection by confection

  • Entry-level focus on pastry skills
  • Unique blend of pastry excellence and cultural immersion 
  • Master Swiss and European culinary traditions, both traditional and contemporary
  • Ideal for career changers and comprehensive skill acquisition
  • Elevate your culinary journey with the Number 1 Culinary School in Switzerland
  • Cutting-edge training facilities
     

Graduate with a:
Swiss Diploma in Pastry Arts
From Culinary Arts Academy Switzerland

Structure

Term 1

Pastry Essentials

LE BOUVERET

  • European Pastry Essentials I
  • European Pastry Essentials II
  • Culinary Hygiene & Safety Standards

Term 2

Cutting Edge Pastry Skills

LE BOUVERET

  • Swiss Chocolate & International Pastry Arts
  • The Art of Dessert Plating & Styling
  • Specialized Diets & Balanced Nutrition

 

Internship:
6 months
In Switzerland or abroad

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 08, 2024

October 08, 2024

January 08, 2025

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.

Direct Entry (Term 2):
  • successful completion of a vocational or professional high school with culinary focus or minimum 1 year full-time experience in a professional kitchen (individual assessment by CAAS)

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