College Diploma - Professional Cooking

1301-16 Avenue North West, Calgary, Alberta, Canada | Public University | Established 1916

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About this course
Duration 24 Months
Level Diploma Course
Description

Considered the best in Canada, the Professional Cooking program at SAIT is delivered by world-renowned chefs who provide expert, hands-on training. In just two short years students will have the opportunity to train and interact with 20 leading culinary professionals - an amazing experience for anyone passionate about the culinary arts.

During this full-time two year program, students will be trained in all aspects of the culinary trade including foundational cooking techniques, garde manger, culinary perspectives and patisserie. In an industry experiencing high demand, graduates from SAIT's Professional Cooking program gain valuable, real-life experience and are well prepared for a diverse range of options in the dynamic culinary world.

SAIT is focused on our students' success and deliver on this promise through small class sizes, a personalized approach and state-of-the-art facilities. Classrooms and labs have recently received $7 million in upgrades including the new Michelle O'Reilly Charcuterie Lab, SAIT's gourmet Market Place, the downtown Culinary Campus, and the culinary garden - Jackson's Garden. Operating in live classroom environments such as the renowned Highwood restaurant and 4 Nines Dining Centre provides real world experience that readies students for success in the culinary industry.

Students will learn essential cooking skills and current trends through repetitive production style cooking for the public under the watchful eyes of professional chefs. The capstone of the program is cooking for the public in the award winning Highwood restaurant, and the bustling downtown Culinary Campus where students will prepare world-class cuisine in a live classroom environment.

* Note: Additional fees may apply
** All fees are subject to change without notice

Fees & Expenses

1st year tuition fees
Fees components Amount
Tuition & fees CAD 22,654
Other expenses in 1st year
Fees components Amount
Cost of Living CAD 12,960
SAIT Fee CAD 793
SAITSA Fee CAD 288
Health and Dental Plan Fee CAD 344

Entry Requirements

Entry requirements for this course
Class 12th

Min GPA: 50.0% Convert grades

Exams

English Proficiency Requirements:

For direct admission, applicant must be from an English speaking country or meet either of the following English test scores:

  • Min TOEFL iBT: 80 (Min Reading: 20.0, Min Writing: 20.0, Min Listening: 20.0, Min Speaking: 20.0)
  • Min IELTS overall: 6 (Min Reading: 6.0, Min Writing: 6.0, Min Listening: 6.0, Min Speaking: 6.0)
  • Min Duolingo English Test Score: 105

NOTE: Applicants interested in applying for direct admission, but are yet to complete an acceptable language test, can do so, but must provide valid results before receiving a final offer letter.

For conditional admission, you are required to provide English proficiency scores:

  • Min IELTS overall: 3.5 (Min Listening: 3.5, Min Reading: 3.5, Min Speaking: 3.5, Min Writing: 3.5)
  • Min Duolingo English Test Score: 10

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University City 1301-16 Avenue North West, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
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