Highlights
Tuition fee
11340 EUR / year
11340 EUR / year
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Tuition fee
11340 EUR / year
11340 EUR / year
Unknown
Duration
18 months
Duration
18 months
Apply date
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Apply date
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Start date
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Start date
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Campus location
San Sebastian, Spain
Campus location
San Sebastian, Spain
Taught in
English
Taught in
English

About

The Gastronomic Sciences program from Basque Culinary Center combines applied research and the development of innovative solutions in food, integrating disciplines such as social sciences, sustainability, food technology, and anthropology.

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Overview

Its research-driven approach enables a critical and multidimensional analysis of the gastronomic system, preparing professionals to lead change in the food industry.

Throughout the  Gastronomic Sciences program from Basque Culinary Center , you will apply scientific methodologies and advanced tools to investigate food trends, develop innovative products, and design sustainable gastronomy strategies. By combining theory and practice, you will work collaboratively with academic institutions and industry leaders on applied research projects, developing proposals aligned with current challenges in food and consumption.

This Master's stands out for its interdisciplinary and innovation-driven approach, equipping students with critical thinking and a systemic perspective to act as changemakers within the food system. From developing sustainable business models to implementing emerging technologies in food, you will acquire key competencies to generate knowledge and drive change in academia, industry, and society.

Career

Upon completing the Master’s Degree, graduates will be prepared to assume strategic roles in various sectors within the gastronomic and food industries. Career paths may include:

  • Research & Development

Conduct research on food trends, sensory impact, and sustainability.

Apply scientific methodologies in universities, technology centers, and innovation laboratories.

  • Innovation and Product Development

Create and enhance innovative gastronomic experiences in the food and restaurant industries.

Develop functional and sustainable products, incorporating emerging ingredients and advanced technologies.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • Statistics Applied to R&D
  • Development of New Business Management Models
  • Design and Architecture of Dishes and Menus
  • Sociocultural Effects of Gastronomy Tendencies

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

English

Credits

90 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

  • San Sebastian, Spain

What students do after studying

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

  • Students currently completing the final year of a degree program: Academic transcript showing all grades obtained to date.
  • Students with previous university studies completed in Spain:
  • Certified photocopy of the degree or university-issued document confirming degree completion.
  • Students with previous university studies completed in the EU, Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein, or Switzerland:
  • SET (European Diploma Supplement) or an equivalent document.
  • Certification from the home university confirming that the student is eligible to pursue a Master’s degree.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
  • International

    Non-residents
    11340 EUR / year
    11340 EUR / year
  • EU/EEA

    EU/EEA Nationals
    11340 EUR / year
    11340 EUR / year

Additional Details

€ 11.340 first year and € 5.670 second year

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Gastronomic Sciences.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program

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U.S. government
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
33600 EUR
Deadline
01 Jul 2026
Mundus MAPP EMJM Scholarship
Merit-based

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Mundus MAPP
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Anytime
Summer courses of Lectures for Institutes of Languages from the University
Merit-based

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OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
31 Mar 2027
Programa Internacional De Becas Iberdrola Para Estudios De Máster

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Education USA
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
24000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Becas Fulbright - Realización De Master

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Education USA
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship

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ServiceScape
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships

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ACES Education Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
15 Sep 2026
Scholarships for university studies and other higher studies

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Basque Government
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
2000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2026
The Rick Blight Leadership in Action Scholarship for Athletes
Merit-based

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Canadian Men’s Health Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based

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OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
15 Sep 2026
Headway’s Book Lovers Scholarship
Merit-based

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Headway
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
Moving Mates Scholarship
Need-based

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Moving Mates
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships

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ACU (The Association of Commonweath Universities)
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
Voice Talent Online Scholarship

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Voice Talent Online
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
06 Jul 2026
Jewish Heritage Scholarship
Merit-based

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Diamant Gerstein
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
28 Aug 2026
Women Scholarship for International Students
Merit-based

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educations.com
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based

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IvyPanda
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
500 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
CryptoRunner Scholarship

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CryptoRunner
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
The Bill Walsh Scholarship
Merit-based

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ACES: The Society for Editing
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
Merit-based

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Pinsky Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jul 2026
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based

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Salvado Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based

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Anonymous Hope Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Aug 2026
Florida Rentals Annual Dream Vacation Scholarship

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Florida Rentals
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
$1,500 Annual Students’ Presentation Crafting Scholarship

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IvyPanda
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
55 GBP
Deadline
18 Jun 2026
IELTS Morgan Terry Memorial IATEFL Scholarship
Merit-based

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IELTS from 6 to 9
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship

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IELTS from 6 to 9
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters scholarships

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European Commission
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
965 USD
Deadline
Anytime
Dr. Martin Blank – SYB Scholarship
Merit-based

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Shield Your Body
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
2000 USD
Deadline
31 Jul 2026
The MyUS Community Scholarship

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MyUS
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme

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The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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