Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Culinary Arts

Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Culinary Arts

Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Culinary Arts

About Course

The Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Culinary Arts is a comprehensive undergraduate program designed to develop professional culinary expertise along with hospitality and restaurant management skills. This four-year degree integrates theoretical knowledge with extensive hands-on kitchen training, enabling students to master both classical and contemporary culinary techniques.

Course Duration: 4 Years
Total Credits: 120 Credits
Awarding University: IIC University of Technology, Cambodia

The program focuses on gastronomy, international cuisines, food production, kitchen management, nutrition, food safety, and hospitality operations. Students gain practical exposure to real-world culinary environments while developing leadership, creativity, and operational competencies required in the modern food and hospitality industry.

The program aims to prepare graduates for professional culinary careers, hospitality management roles, and entrepreneurial ventures in both local and international food service sectors.


Certification

Upon successful completion, students are awarded the Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Culinary Arts from IIC University of Technology, Cambodia.

This qualification validates the holder’s competence in culinary techniques, food production management, hospitality operations, and gastronomic innovation—making it an ideal choice for career advancement within the hospitality industry or progression into postgraduate studies.


Who This Course Is For

This program is ideal for:

Students interested in building a professional career in culinary arts and hospitality.

Individuals passionate about cooking, gastronomy, and food innovation.

Working professionals in hotels or restaurants seeking formal qualifications.

Aspiring chefs and culinary entrepreneurs planning to start their own ventures.

Students aiming to work in international hospitality environments.


Program Highlights

Four-year comprehensive culinary degree program.

Balanced theoretical and practical kitchen training.

Coverage of international, Asian, and contemporary cuisines.

Industry-relevant modules including kitchen management and food safety.

Hands-on culinary practical sessions throughout the program.

Final year research dissertation and advanced culinary application.

Globally recognized qualification with strong hospitality career pathways.


Career Opportunities

Graduates of this program can pursue diverse roles such as:

Executive Chef

Sous Chef

Restaurant Manager

Kitchen Manager

Food Production Manager

Catering Manager

Hospitality Supervisor

Culinary Instructor

Food Entrepreneur / Restaurant Owner

Hospitality Consultant

Show More

What Will You Learn?

  • Master fundamental culinary techniques and professional kitchen operations.
  • Apply food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards.
  • Understand nutrition principles and scientific aspects of food preparation.
  • Prepare international, Asian, and contemporary cuisines.
  • Develop skills in gastronomy and modern culinary innovation.
  • Manage kitchen operations and food production processes.
  • Perform menu planning, food costing, and budgeting.
  • Understand restaurant and hospitality management operations.
  • Apply food microbiology and quality control principles.
  • Plan and manage catering and event operations.
  • Implement sustainable food practices in culinary environments.
  • Develop entrepreneurship and hospitality business skills.
  • Conduct research and complete a final year dissertation project.

Requirements

  • GCE Advanced Level (A/L) or equivalent qualification.
  • Diploma in Culinary Arts, Hospitality, or related field (for direct entry consideration).
  • Relevant industry experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
  • Basic English proficiency recommended.
  • Passion for culinary arts and hospitality industry.
No Data Available in this Section
No Data Available in this Section
  • Price
    Free
  • Course Level Intermediate
  • Total Enrolled 0
  • Lessons 0
  • Last Update April 1, 2026