Certificate - Culinary Arts (Italian)
- 1 year
- Duration
- 35,340 CAD
- Price
- Rolling admission
- Start
- Rolling admission
- Deadline
- Certificate
- Degree
- Campus
- Format
- Toronto / Canada
- Location
Program description
By participating in this course, you will:
- Participate in immersive, hands-on programs taught by some of Italy's most renowned chefs in both Canada and Italy.
- Develop your understanding of Italian culinary customs and be open to trying new things in the kitchen.
- Take advantage of our association with ALMA, the internationally renowned Scuola Internazionale di Cucina Italiana located in the province of Parma, Italy.
- Learn about the wine and cheese industries and traditional Italian markets in Italy.
- Learn your trade in Italy's finest dining establishments and inns and prepare to have your mind blown.
In the center of Toronto's culinary scene, you will put your theoretical knowledge to use by serving discerning urban diners alongside top Italian talent. Showcase everything you've learnt in Italy at George Brown's flagship restaurant, The Chefs' House.
Because of the program's long history of success, graduates are highly sought after by Italian restaurants in Toronto and abroad.
Program structure
Semester 1
- Italian Art and Culture: A Culinary Perspective
- Italian Language
- Fundamentals of Italian Cooking – Theory and Practical
- Dynamics of Italian Food and Wine
- Italian Pastry
Semester 2 (ITALY)
- Italian Externship – Stage (12 weeks)
- Italian Culinary Cuisine Concepts
- Italian Product Knowledge
Semester 3
- The Slow Food Experience
- Integrated Marketing Management for Restaurant Operations
- Fundamentals of Italian Cooking II – Capstone Evaluation
Price
Base tuition fee (for three semesters - 1 year):
- 35,340 CAD for international students
Additional fees:
- Application Fee - 110 CAD
- Incidental Fees (student ID, student association membership, etc) - 2,000 CAD
- Mandatory Health Insurance - 790 CAD for 1 year coverage
- Uniform - 290 CAD
- Knives and small wares - 500–700 CAD
- Italian language books and manuals - 150 CAD
- Airfare to Italy (approximate)* - 1,400–1,800 CAD
- Visa fee (approximate)* - 75–85 CAD
- Black safety shoes - 110–160 CAD
*Approximate based on exchange rate, applicable taxes.
Requirements for applicants
Admission Requirements
- diploma or bachelor's degree in Culinary Management
OR
- one-year certificate in Culinary Skills program or Advanced Cook certification AND a minimum of one-year relevant work experience (resumé and references required)
OR
- a diploma or bachelor's degree in an unrelated field AND a minimum of one-year full-time relevant work experience (resumé and references required)
English language proficiency
- George Brown English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Program - Level 8;
- IELTS (Academic) - 6.0, minimum 5.5 in each skill band;
- TOEFL - 80 (online) minimum 20 in each skill band;
- Duolingo English Test - 105;
- MELAB - 80;
- PTE (Academic) - 54, overall minimum, 50 in each skill band;
- CAEL - 60 (overall);
- Cambridge English Exams (B2 First, C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency) - 169 or more (with no individual skill below 162).
About the university
George Brown College opened its doors in 1968, welcoming just over 2,000 students.
Since then, full-time student population has grown to more than 30,000. People come to George Brown from across the Greater Toronto Area, the country and the world to develop the skills and gain the real-world experience needed to succeed in the workplace. Since 2004, under current President Anne Sado’s leadership, George Brown has more than doubled in size, broadened international partnerships and increased commitment to strengthening the cultural, economic and social fabric of Toronto.
About George Brown College
The college located in Toronto, Canada. It has three campuses - Casa Loma, St.James, Waterfront, other locations where students attend classes and Student Residence.
George Brown College educates a blend of theory and hands-on experience, prioritizes real-world learning and provides students with opportunities to work alongside industry professionals in applied research and fields education opportunities. Its industry partnerships mean students get the latest trends and tech they can expect in the field. The college offers 170 programs in 7 centers. They include Art, Design and Infromation technology, Business, Community Services and early childhood, Construction and Engineering technologies, Health Sciences, Hospitality and Culinary arts, Preparatory and liberal studies.
Experiental and work-integrated learning oportunities are availabale to students to take part in.
6 reasons to study at George Brown
- Study in Downtown Toronto
- Hands-on, real world experience
- Infromed by industry
- Expert instructors
- Applied research
- Promoting enterpreneurship
