Bachelor of Arts in Culinary Arts and Design
Khlong Nueng, Thailand
DURATION
3 up to 4 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Request application deadline
EARLIEST START DATE
Jul 2025
TUITION FEES
THB 617,730 *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* semester 1: 69,830 THB
Introduction
Experience a world of culinary possibilities through the Culinary Arts and Design program at BU International. Whether your culinary aspirations lead you towards styling, consulting, specializing, becoming a media personality, or owning your food business, our program seamlessly blends the essential ingredients to create something truly extraordinary.
At BU International, we stand ready to equip you with fundamental culinary skills, encompassing kitchen operations, knife mastery, cooking techniques, culinary nutrition, and the art of food styling. Our cutting-edge facilities add further value to your culinary journey, enabling you not just to follow recipes but to craft unique dishes by applying your design skills, thus creating new dining experiences.
Our facilities and equipment are thoughtfully designed to replicate the professional food service industry, ensuring you are well-prepared for your culinary journey.
Even if you've never tried your hand in the kitchen before, there's no need to worry. 'The Kitchen' awaits, where our instructors walk you through every cooking step with large-screen demonstrations before you try it yourself.
For those whose passion lies in cakes, pies, and eclairs, our 'Patisserie Lab' is the perfect haven. This fully-equipped space caters to aspiring pastry chefs and bakery enthusiasts, featuring modern equipment to hone your skills.
International and Thai dishes are taught and practiced in our “Culinary Lab” which is equipped with the latest equipment and ingredients allowing a wide range of regional and international dishes to be created. Additionally, we offer masterclasses led by international guest chefs, unveiling culinary techniques from around the world. Engage in workshops with celebrity chefs, pose questions, and you may even find yourself on one of their cooking shows.
Why study this field?
- Possibility to graduate in 3.5 years
- Learning all about the food service industry, core courses focus on culinary & design skills, service management, and English communication abilities
- Courses are project-based so you not only learn how to create, you make and then taste your own “masterpieces”
- Specialize interests through electives in select international cuisine, cake decoration, advanced baking, and patisserie or beverage specialization including wine, mixology, or coffee & tea making
- Aside from culinary and management skills, you can also learn about product identity and branding, food product design, and future food sources
- Modern and fully equipped kitchen labs
- Specialized workshops by leading experts are given that demonstrate the latest and greatest in the food industry
- Flexible internship programs that can have you studying locally or internationally
- Double Degree Program with Culinary Arts Academy (CAAS), Switzerland
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Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
Student Loan Fund (SLF), Academic Year 2024
The Student Loan Fund (SLF) will promote education. By providing loans for education at the bachelor's degree level in 3 types as follows:
Type 1 is given to students who lack funds. Family income not more than 360,000 baht/year
Lending money for tuition and living expenses The repayment period is as specified by the Fund (additional details below). There is a grace period of 2 years after graduation or termination of studies. Interest rate 1% per year
Type 2 is given to students who study in fields of study that are their main requirements. which is the production of manpower and is necessary for the development of the country
Giving out loans for tuition fees with a repayment period as specified by the Fund (as per additional details below), with a grace period of 2 years after graduation or termination of studies. The interest rate is 1% per year. If you have an annual family income of not more than 360,000 baht, you will be able to borrow for living expenses and receive a special interest rate of 0.75% per year.
Type 3 is given to students studying in deficient fields. or that the fund specifically aims to promote
Giving out loans for tuition fees with a period of repayment as specified by the Fund (as further detailed below), with a grace period of 2 years after graduation or termination of studies. The interest rate is 1% per year. If you have an annual family income not exceeding 360,000 baht, you will be able to borrow for living expenses and receive a special interest rate of 0.75% per year.
Curriculum
Featured Subjects Culinary Arts and Design
Culinary
- Food Safety and Sanitation
- Culinary Essentials
- Basic Culinary Skills
- Service Management
- Food Service Industry
- Food Business Management
- F&B Services
- Digital Marketing
Design
- Basic Design Skills
- Communications
- English Food Service Industry
- English Food Service Professionals
First Year
First Semester
- IEN 106 The Art of Writing (3 credits)
- IGE 101 Thinking Skills for Lifelong Learning (3 credits)
- IGE 102 Citizenship and Social Transformation (3 credits)
- IGE 103 Technology and Innovation (3 credits)
- CDI 141 Introduction to Food Service Industry (3 credits)
- CDI 142 Food Safety and Sanitation (3 credits)
Second Semester
- IEN 107 Critical Reading and Writing (3 credits)
- IEN 108 Persuasive Presentation (3 credits)
- IGE 104 Aesthetics and Well-being for Life (3 credits)
- IGE 105 Global Alliance and Emerging Issues (3 credits)
- CDI 143 Culinary Essentials (3 credits)
- CDI 144 Basic Culinary Skills (3 credits)
Second Year
First Semester
- IGE 107 Entrepreneurial Spirit and Leadership Skills (3 credits)
- CDI 241 English for Food Service Industry (3 credits)
- CDI 242 Basic Design Skills for Food and Beverages (3 credits)
- CDI 243 Introduction to Food Business Management (3 credits)
- CDI 251 Intermediate Culinary Skills (3 credits)
- CDI 252 Basic Patisserie (3 credits)
Second Semester
- IGE 106 Financial Literacy and Sustainable Development (3 credits)
- CDI 244 Food and Beverages Services (3 credits)
- CDI 253 The Art of Thai Cuisine (3 credits)
- CDI 254 Nutrition and Health Cuisine (3 credits)
- CDI 255 The Arts of Food Styling (3 credits)
- CDI 256 World Cuisine and Food Culture (3 credits)
Summer Semester
- CDI 703 Internship I (3 credits)
Third Year
First Semester
- CDI 344 English for Food Service Professionals (3 credits)
- CDI 345 Digital Marketing for Food and Beverage Service Industry (3 credits)
- CDI 351 Introduction to International Cuisine (3 credits)
- CDI 352 Baking Arts (3 credits)
- CDI XXX Major Elective 1 (3 credits)
- CDI XXX Free Elective 1 (3 credits)
Second Semester
- CDI 353 Food Business Operations and Management (6 credits)
- CDI 354 Trends and Issues in Food and Beverage Industry (3 credits)
- CDI XXX Major Elective 2 (3 credits)
- CDI XXX Major Elective 3 (3 credits)
- CDI XXX Major Elective 4 (3 credits)
Summer Semester
- CDI 704 Internship II (3 credits)
Fourth Year
First Semester
- CDI 451 Service Systems Design for Food and Beverages (3 credits)
- CDI 452 Food and Eating Design (3 credits)
- CDI 453 Product Identity and Branding for Food and Beverages (3 credits)
- CDI 454 Startup Project in Food and Beverage Business (3 credits)
- CDI 701 Pre-Cooperative Education (Free Elective 2) (3 credits)
Second Semester
- CDI XXX Free Elective 1 (3 credits)
- CDI XXX Free Elective 2 (3 credits)
- CDI 702 Cooperative Education in Food Service Industry (6 credits)
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
What Career Paths Await
- Chef
- Boutique Chef
- Food Stylist and Designer
- Food Consultant
- Cooking Show Host
- Cooking Instructor
- Food Service System Designer
- Eating Designer
- Food Blogger
- Food Columnist
- Food Consultant
- Food and Beverage Entrepreneur
- Caterer
- Educator
Facilities
Why study at Bangkok University International
Bangkok University provides a creative learning environment and a wide range of international programs. With our hands-on and practical curriculum, you will be equipped with an international mindset and professional skills for the globalized job market.
- International students from over 50 countries around the world.
- Creative learning environment.
- Strong connections with leading industry partners, alumni, and experts supporting graduates in landing their dream jobs
- Extensive partnerships & collaboration with leading global higher-education institutions.
- World-Class Programs led by highly qualified faculty.