Higher Education Course of the Week: SE923 – Culinary Arts at SETU Waterford

SE923: Culinary Arts at SETU Waterford is a 4 year full time programme that teaches a new vision of culinary arts by incorporating subjects such as food innovation, food policy, sustainable practices and specialty food production. Students are encourage and taught the skills to be entrepreneurs and innovators. During the programme students embark on one year of international study and international work experience. In year three students take a semester at a partner college in Spain, USA, Northern Ireland, France or Canada.

The work experience placement entails working in a country of the student’s choice. Subjects such as Food Microbiology, how it is relevant when it comes to food safety, production, preservation and storage. Another key module is Culinary Operations Practice, during which learners are taught the process of purchasing food, inventory management and fulfilling these practices in line with regulations

Modules of study include:

-        Critical and Creative Thinking

-        Food Safety & Technology

-        Development of Culinary Skills

-        Nutrition & Scientific Principles

-        Financial Accounting

-        Food Analysis for Culinary Arts

-        Culinary Operations Practice

-        Food Microbiology for Culinary Arts

-        Contemporary Food Policies

-        European Food Regulatory

See the full list of modules here. Please note that modules offered can vary.

Language Options:

The following languages are options to study during this programme: French, German, Italian, Spanish. These details can be subject to change so confirm this with the college.

Entry Requirements:

As of 2023 the points required for this course are 250. Entry requirements for this course re as follows, 2 H5 & 4 O6/H7 with an O6/H7 in English or Irish and in Maths.

This course will also accept applicants with QQI Level 5 or Level 6 qualification. To see the course from which you can progress into this course see here.

PLC Courses to consider:

-        5M3807 – Applied Science – Nutrition and Health at Cavan Institute

-        5M2088 – Culinary Arts – Bray Institute of Further Education

-        5M2083 – Hospitality Operations at Waterford College of Further Education

-        5M2088 – Professional Cookery & Chef Training at Carlow Institute of Further Education and Training

Progression:

Students who graduate with appropriate honours can progress to Masters programmes in SETU Waterford and elsewhere.

Graduates gain interdisciplinary skills suitable for careers in the culinary sector, including management roles like specialist chef, marketing, entrepreneurship, and food innovation. They can also explore opportunities in education, event catering, food styling, and journalism

Careers to consider:

-        Chef de Partie

-        Commis Chef

-        Restaurant Manager

-        Catering Manager

-        Event Catering Coordinator