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Course Duration

2 years

Type of course

Full-time

Campus where course is offered

ITE College West

Course Certification

Higher Nitec

Turn your love for food into a career! Discover Your Future in Culinary Arts!

Are you passionate about cooking? The Higher Nitec in Culinary Arts course is your chance to start becoming a skilled chef!

 In this course, you will learn how to prepare a variety of delicious dishes using different halal and non-halal ingredients, including beef, chicken, pork, game meat, fish and seafood, vegetables and alcohol. You will also master important cooking methods like sautéing, steaming, and sous vide.

Plus, a great opportunity to learn from professionals and gain real-world experience through a 6-month internship at top cafes, restaurants, or hotels.

Launch your journey in the culinary world! Sign up for the Higher Nitec in Culinary Arts course today!

What you'll learn

  • Prepare for operations
  • Process ingredients
  • Prepare a range of stocks, sauces and soups
  • Manage inventory and stores
  • Cook Asian and Western dishes using a variety of cooking techniques
  • Prepare a range of appetisers, snacks and desserts
  • Use advanced cooking techniques
  • Present cooked dishes
  • Use insights into the hospitality industry
  • Design menu

Entry Requirements

GCE 'O' level grades in English Language and 2 other subjects:

  • Grade 1-7 in English Language
  • Grade 1-7 in two other subjects

To be eligible for selection, you must also have sat for Mathematics (Elementary/Additional).


Note:

  • Applicants will have to pass a prescribed medical examination.
  • Students will be required to purchase a laptop for the course. This is in addition to the course fees. Financial assistance is available to eligible students under ITE Opportunity Fund subject to terms and conditions. For more details on the minimum laptop specifications, please click here.

Progression Opportunities

Higher Nitec in Culinary Arts graduates may apply for progression to the following Work-Study Diploma courses at ITE:

Higher Nitec in Culinary Arts graduates with a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.0 and above may apply for progression to a Technical Diploma course at ITE:

For more details on progression, please click  here.

Higher Nitec in Culinary Arts graduates with a GPA of 2.0 and above may also apply for progression to the first year of a related diploma course at the Polytechnics. For more details on diploma courses for progression, please refer to the Joint Polytechnic Admissions website.

 

Career Opportunities

Higher Nitec in Culinary Arts graduates are employed in cafes, hotels and restaurants. Some of the job titles held include Senior Cook and Demi Chef.