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University College Birmingham is internationally renowned for food and hospitality training, and the Culinary Arts Management postgraduate course from University College Birmingham will enhance your knowledge of classical culinary technique and how to adapt it to the modern international culinary environment. Innovation, recipe and food product development will form key components of your study, while you’ll also learn how to meet changing consumer demands and research trends, as well as the challenge of managing culinary operations as profit centres.

Not only will you be supported on campus by our vastly experienced lecturers and our outstanding kitchen and food development facilities, but you’ll also have the chance to prove your culinary skills and knowledge in the industry through an optional placement for up to six months, setting the foundations for your career in senior management.
Work placements
Work placements are vital for gaining real-life experience and for building your confidence and skills before you finish your course – and they may even lead to a job when you graduate. Our hired@UCB team can help find the ideal placement for you.
The MA/PGDip Culinary Arts Management course features an optional work placement for three to six months following completion of your taught modules, with opportunities in the UK or overseas.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Culinary Artistry - Contemporary Principles

Culinary Innovation and Product Development

Culinary Management Project

Managing Across Cultures

Managing Profitable Food and Beverage Operations

Masters Research Project

Revenue & Performance Analysis

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Duration

Full-time
- 18 months
Part-time
- 30 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-30 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-07-30 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-02-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-12-17 00:00:00 , International

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The deadline for applications is 10 working days before enrolment. . We advise non-EU international applicants to apply at least two-three months before

Language

English

IELTS

6

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TOEFL^® IBT

72

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Birmingham, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Management Studies Culinary Arts View 7 other Masters in Culinary Arts in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

IELTS

6

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72

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General requirements

MA Culinary Arts Management: A grade classification of 2:2 or above is required in one of the following subject areas: Culinary Arts Management, Hospitality Management, Food Nutrition and Preparation, Food Innovation, Food Technology or Professional Cookery, or international equivalent.
PGDip Culinary Arts Management: A grade classification of third class is required in one of the subject areas above, or international equivalent.

Work experience

We also consider applicants who are currently employed and wish to apply to University College Birmingham.
To apply, you must have 5 years of relevant managerial work experience, demonstrating in-depth knowledge of the sector for the subject matter you are interested in pursuing.

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
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Home contents and baggage
Accidents
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Tuition Fee

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International

20750 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 20750 GBP per year during 18 months.

PGDip- TBC

Living costs for Birmingham

765 - 1134 GBP /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

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Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

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