BA (Hons) in Culinary Enterprise (Part-time Level 8 Add-On)
Four great reasons to consider this course
- This programme delivered part-time allows the learner to gain a level 8 qualification while working.
- Modules on Culinary Food Business development, Creativity and Innovation in Culinary enterprise and Strategic Management open up new career pathways for Culinary graduates.
- The programme provides the knowledge and competencies required by graduates who have a business idea or wish to open their own business.
- Gaining a Level 8 qualification allows for opportunities to progress to level 9 programmes.
Course Summary
The aim of this two year add-on degree programme is to afford learners the opportunity to develop their intellectual creative and management expertise in Culinary Arts.
Important notice about this course
NOW ENROLLING FOR AUTUMN
Closing date for applications: Monday 9th September OR until all places are taken, whichever comes first.
The programme has been designed to provide graduates with the competencies and knowledge required by industry in areas of Creativity and Innovation, Leadership and Management, Business Planning and Financial Management.
Semester 1
Course runs over 2 years.
Year One classes run on Mondays from 9.00am to 5.00pm and Tuesdays 9.00am to 12.00pm (subject to change).
The programme is delivered through a mix of classroom based lectures, lab classes and online delivery.
Career opportunities for graduates of the programme are excellent. Those who complete the programme will be highly employable in the following sectors:
- Senior Chef de Partie
- Head Chef
- Executive Chef
- Catering Manger
- Development Chef
- Business Owner
- Food Tourism
Graduates from the programme can progress to relevant programmes at Level 9.
Total course fee: €3,000
€1,500 per annum (payable as follows).
Accept Offer Fee: €150 (non-refundable)
Instalment 1 = €600 is payable by 31st October
Instalment 2 = €750 is payable by 28th February
Applicants should hold a level 7 qualification in Culinary arts with a GPA OF 50% or above.
Applicants with significant experience who do not hold a level 7 qualification will be assessed through the institutes RPL process.
Those with a level 7 award in Culinary Arts or equivalent and currently working in the Culinary Arts sector or planning to work in or open their own business in the sector.
Dr. Kevin Burns
Phone: 042-9370256
Email: kevin.burns@dkit.ie
Brianáin Erraught (Head of Department of Hospitality Studies)
Phone: +353 42 9370256
Email: brianain.erraught@dkit.ie
| Course ID | DK_BCUPT_8 |
| Course Type | Flexible & Professional |
| Study Mode | Part-Time |
| Level | 8 |
| Duration | 2 Years |
| Fees | €1,500.00 per year |
| Starting Date | Monday 23rd September 2024 |
| School | School of Business & Humanities |
| Department | Hospitality Studies |
| Credits | 60 |
| Awarding Body | Dundalk Institute of Technology |
| Delivery Method | On Campus |
