Culinary Arts Academy Switzerland

• Location of Culinary Arts Academy: Lucerne and Le Bauvere (two campuses), Switzerland
• Age of students: 17-18 years
• Educational programs In Culinary Arts Academy: Bachelor's degree, second higher, Master's degree, Foundation
• Language of instruction: English
• Specialization: hotel and restaurant business, hospitality technology.

The famous Culinary Arts Academy is located in Switzerland: traditions and features of many national cuisines are harmoniously interwoven in this country (in particular, Italian and French). Also, students master the skills of cooking traditional dishes of other countries: China, Mexico, Thailand, India, the Mediterranean region - in a word, all the popular and favorite dishes around the world.

Previously, the school was called the Culinary Institute Switzerland: it was formed as a result of the merger of the DCT European Culinary Center and the Culinary Arts Academy. This is a school of world-class, impeccable reputation and high prestige: Culinary Arts Academy has been the part of the César Ritz Colleges for a long time. Now the Academy is a valid and active member of the Swiss Educational Group: it is the largest national association that includes the best universities in the world in the field of hospitality. The history of the successful work of the organization is more than 25 years: it respects the highest world standards, instills in the students the flexibility, professionalism, the ability to quickly adapt to changing conditions and navigate the modern world. Today the association includes the following universities:

• IHTTI School of Hotel Management
• Swiss Hotel Management School
• Hotel Institute Montreux
• Culinary Arts Academy
• Cesar Ritz Colleges Switzerland.

Culinary Arts Academy includes two campuses: in Lucerne (a German-speaking region) and in Le Bauver (francophone Switzerland). Lucerne is located on the shore of the lake of the same name - you can get to Zurich in just 45 minutes by transport; Le Bauvere is a famous and cozy resort on the shores of Lake Geneva - a good transport interchange links it with Montreux, Lausanne and Geneva. The beginning of the studying is conducted on the basis in Lucerne (1-2 semester), and from the 3rd to the 7th semester students study in Le Bauver, giving an opportunity to learn two different lifestyles, two different distinct regions, to draw a line between two cultural and linguistic strata, to more thoroughly and fully explore the culinary traditions of Switzerland. The corps in Lucerne since April 2012 is located in the building of the former hotel "Union", in the center of the historical district and at the intersection of the main trade arteries, occupies a majestic and beautiful building of the 19th century.

An important factor in the success of the association is the regular holding of the SEG International Employers Forum - SEG International Recruitment Forum. Since 2008, it has been held twice a year: many official employers and hospitality representatives visit it every year, more than 2,000 students - it enables students and graduates to successfully find the best companies, occupy profitable and high positions, and start the path to a successful international career.

Teachers at the academy are well-known professionals and chefs. Most of them belong to prestigious specialized organizations:

• French guild of deli and restaurateurs
• International gastronomic community
• World Association of the Chefs Society and others.

All the teachers at Culinary Arts Academy have practical experience (or still work) in the best hotels and restaurants in Europe: five-star extra-class hotels and Michelin-starred restaurants.

Sam Jones

Recruitment Director for Partnership with INTO Universities (Europe and Central Asia)

What additional activities and clubs are there for students?

Almost anything! Social, sports clubs and events, excellent studying conditions, hundreds of equally passionate peers who are ready to share your interests and hobbies. Universities on their online portals always post comprehensive information about such communities, at the beginning of the academic year they organize introductory events: come and get to know each group and club personally!

The curriculum is built on the practice-oriented "Learning by doing" approach: theoretical classes are combined with work in professional teaching kitchens and restaurants. In the master's program, students combine practical classes with theoretical training in equal proportion, and also implement their own project — planning and conducting an event in real-world conditions.

For applicants with an insufficient level of English, additional academic skills support modules are provided.

• Preparatory programs: English Foundation Program (10 weeks, Leysin campus) and Immersion Foundation Program (4 weeks, Leysin campus),
• Professional Swiss Diploma in Culinary Arts — professional diploma program in culinary arts (Le Bouveret campus),
• Professional Swiss Diploma in Pastry Arts — professional diploma program in pastry arts (Le Bouveret campus),
• Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Culinary Arts — bachelor's degree in culinary arts, 3 years (Le Bouveret and Brig campuses),
• Bachelor of Arts in Pastry, Bakery & Chocolate Arts — bachelor's degree in pastry, bakery and chocolate arts,
• Master of Arts in Culinary Business Management — master's degree in culinary business management, 1 year (Le Bouveret campus).

International students are provided with housing from the foundation of the academy for the entire duration of studies: the cost includes accommodation in comfortable double rooms with a private bathroom. A personal luxury room is available on request at an additional cost.

Subject list: Advanced Professional Diploma in Swiss Pastry & Chocolate Arts, Bachelors Degree in Culinary Arts, Culinary skills, economics, Hospitality Management, Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hotel business, Master of International Business in Culinary Management, Organization of hotel business
Activity list: culinary arts

In addition to studies, students have access to a wide range of extracurricular activities: cultural events and banquets, themed clubs, and optional masterclasses to broaden their professional horizons.

• Every trimester, free excursions are organized to iconic cities and locations in Switzerland — Bern, Lucerne, Zurich, Interlaken, and others,
• Outdoor activities are available year-round: mountain cycling, hiking, swimming, rafting, sailing, water skiing, golf, horseback riding, paragliding,
• In winter, skiing, sledding, ice skating, hockey, and ice climbing are organized,
• A rich cultural program: exhibitions, fairs, film festivals, museums, music events, traditional Christmas, antique, and farmers' markets,
• Each trimester, students elect a representative committee that organizes events and celebrations of student life and prepares the annual yearbook.

The Academy places great emphasis on student well-being: regular seminars on stress management, time management, and conflict resolution are held; mindfulness, meditation, and yoga are practiced; and a school counseling psychologist is available on each campus to help with medical issues and personal difficulties.

• The institution positions itself as the #1 school for training culinary arts specialists in Switzerland,
• International student and faculty environment: the academy represents more than 60 nationalities,
• The global alumni community of the academy numbers more than 24,000 people worldwide,
• Small study groups and a practice-oriented learning format ensure a personalized approach to each student.

The Culinary Arts Academy is superbly equipped with the latest equipment in classrooms, training kitchens and working restaurants. There is also a separate kitchen for cooking bread and baking, a platform for working out the menu. In a constant mode, a modern restaurant for 80-100 people, where young cooks can fully practice and gain valuable experience.

The academic year at the academy is organized into 11-week trimesters. Depending on the program, start dates vary throughout the year — for example, the bachelor's program begins in October, January, April, and July.

Additional costs:

• Application registration fee,
• Place confirmation fee — this reserves a spot at the academy and is subsequently credited toward the first trimester payment,
• Tuition cancellation insurance,
• Visa processing for non-EU students, which may take up to 12 weeks,
• Health insurance,
• Transfer,
• Personal expenses.

The remaining balance for the first trimester must be received no later than six weeks before the start of studies.

Several times a year the academy holds open days, and for prospective students who cannot visit the campus in person, individual visits and virtual tours are available.

1. Registration on the academy's online portal and creation of a personal account,
2. Filling out the application form, uploading a package of documents: school certificate/diploma, proof of English language proficiency, copy of passport, CV, motivation letter and references (if available),
3. Review of the application by the admissions committee and, if requirements are met, sending a conditional offer letter,
4. Payment of the place confirmation fee,
5. Receipt of an official enrollment letter for student visa processing (for citizens of non-EU countries),
6. Payment of the remaining balance for the first trimester and, if desired, attending an open day or virtual tour before the start of studies.

Graduates of the master's program in culinary business management build careers as restaurant owners and culinary entrepreneurs, food and beverage managers, culinary innovation and new product development specialists, event and catering managers, hospitality industry consultants, as well as business development and food brand managers.

• Secondary education certificate
• Test results for English language proficiency: TOEFL 500, IELTS 5.0 or more than 50 points online test Oxford Online English Placement Test
• Age from 17 years and older - before the beginning of the internship the student must reach 18 years, otherwise he will be sent to the second academic term.

If your level of English is not high enough, Culinary Arts Academy specialists will offer you to take the Foundation course. The reception is also conducted for students who have already studied in this specialty or have a specialized work experience.

• Guardianship services during the studies
• Student supervision