For food enthusiasts, aspiring culinary experts, and entrepreneurs eager to explore Swiss Gastronomy, our 1 year Professional Swiss Diploma in Culinary Arts program in Switzerland is the perfect opportunity. Dive into the essence of Swiss and European cuisine, mastering essential techniques, and crafting traditional and contemporary dishes with finesse. Join us to experience the richness of European gastronomy!

Next intake

October 2026

Duration

1 Year incl. 1 internship

Location

Le Bouveret

Credits

40 ECTS CREDITS

About the program

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PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

Develop your culinary craft

3 terms + 1 internship (6 months)
Up to 858 contact hours
Personal culinary toolkit
Focus on vocational hands-on skills
Nº 1 Culinary School in Switzerland
Cutting-edge training facilities

Graduate with a Swiss Diploma in Culinary Arts from Culinary Arts Academy Switzerland

Structure

Our Swiss Diploma is a flexible modular program that can be completed over one, two, or three terms. Students may choose to study a single term and earn a certificate, complete two terms plus a 6-month internship to graduate with the Swiss Diploma, or continue with a third term to earn the Professional Swiss Grand Diploma.
Each term builds progressively, developing essential techniques and practical skills through hands-on training in professional kitchens. Whether completing one, two, or three terms, students are prepared for careers in restaurants, hotels, and culinary businesses.

Professional Swiss Diploma in Culinary Arts

Term 1: 11 weeks

Culinary Essentials

Fundamentals of Classical Cooking
Applied Fundamentals Culinary Operations
Food Safety and Sanitation

Exit Award: Professional Certificate in Culinary Arts

Term 2: 11 weeks

Cutting Edge Culinary Skills

European Regional Cuisine
The World of Garde Manger
Brunch and Breakfast Operations
6 months internship (if students exits after Term 2)

Award: Professional Swiss Diploma in Culinary Arts

TOTAL CONTACT HOURS: 594

Term 3 (Optional): 11 weeks

Industry Ready

Bistronomy Cuisines of the World
Introduction to Baking and Pastry Arts
Nutrition, Health and Sustainable Menu Design
6 months internship (if students decide to complete the full 3-terms program)

Award: Professional Swiss Grand Diploma in Culinary Arts

TOTAL CONTACT HOURS: 858

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.

Next Intake

October 2026

January 2027

April 2027

July 2027

October 2027

Requirements & fees

Minimum 17 years (18 required for Swiss/EU internship)
Students with less than 7 IGCSEs, but at least 3 (C grade
minimum)
English language proficiency: IELTS academic 5.5 or equivalent (Duolingo Accepted 95)
Students who have work experience but lack completion of high school (case-by-case evaluation)
BA transfer only possible with completed high school at initial enrolment (otherwise bridging pathway required — AFP, 1 semester)

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.

Fees

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