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Flexible & Professional, Add On

BA (Hons) in Culinary Enterprise (Part-time Level 8 Add-On)

22 September 2025
On Campus
2 Years

DkIT Course ID

DK_BCUPT_8

Fees (EU)

€1,500 per year

Course Capacity

10

Duration

2 Years

Work Placement

No

Credits

60

NFQ Level

8

Discipline Area

Hospitality, Tourism & Culinary Arts

Course Type

Flexible & Professional, Add On

Study Mode

Part-Time

Now enrolling for Autumn


The closing date for applications is Friday 5th September or until all places are taken.

Course Overview

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. This programme would be best suited to 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. 

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. 

What makes this course different

Upskill to a Level 8 While Working

This programme is delivered in part-time mode, allowing the learner to gain a level 8 qualification while working.

Start Your Own Business

The programme provides the knowledge and competencies required by graduates who have a business idea or wish to open their own business.

Career Opportunities

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 

Course Delivery and Modules

The course runs over 2 years. Year 1 classes run on Mondays from 9.00 am to 5.00 pm and Tuesdays 9.00 am to 12.00 pm (subject to change). The programme is delivered through a mix of classroom-based lectures, lab classes and online delivery. 

Education Progression

Graduates from the programme can progress to relevant programmes at Level 9.

Fees and Funding

Total course fee: €3,000, €1,500 per annum (payable as follows):

YEAR 1

  • Accept Offer Fee: €200 (non-refundable)
  • Instalment 1 = €550 is payable by 31st October
  • Instalment 2 = €750 is payable by 28th February


YEAR 2

  • Instalment 1 = €750 is payable by 31st October
  • Instalment 2 = €750 is payable by 28th February

Fees

EU Fees

€1,500 per year

Entry Requirements

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. More about RPL at DkIT

How To Apply

Apply Directly to DkIT

Apply directly to DkIT using our online applications system. Please remember to upload the required documentation (copies of your existing qualification(s), your CV, any other support documents etc) with your online application to expedite your application. To avoid disappointment early registration is recommended.

Ask us a Question

If you have a question about the BA (Hons) in Culinary Enterprise (Part-time Level 8 Add-On) please ask it below and we will get back to you.


Dr. Kevin Burns

Head of Department of Hospitality Studies

Email: kevin.burns@dkit.ie

Disclaimer: All module titles are subject to change and for indicative purposes only. All courses are delivered subject to demand and timetables are subject to change. Elective Module options will only run subject to student numbers. The relevant Department will determine the viability of each elective module option proceeding depending on the number of students who choose that option. Students will be offered alternative elective modules on their programme should their preferred elective option not be proceeding. Award Options for Common Entry Programmes: The relevant Department will determine the viability of each award option proceeding depending on the number of students who choose either option. If the numbers for one of the Award options exceed available places, students for this option will be selected based on Academic Merit (highest grades).