Our Grand Diplôme® is the most prestigious culinary qualification at Le Cordon Bleu, combining the study of our Diplôme de Cuisine and Diplôme de Pâtisserie. Following completion of the Grand Diplôme®, this packaged course includes the study of the Diploma in Pâtisserie Innovation, totalling 12 months of study.
One of the most conprehensive packages offered by Le Cordon Bleu London, the total package covers pâtisserie, cuisine and advanced pâtisserie.
Duration: 12 months | 4 terms
Price: £57,700
Diploma fees include: ingredients, uniforms, knife kit, learning materials
Hours per week: approximately 32 to 39 hours
Entry requirements: evidence of English language. No prior culinary experience is required. All students must be aged 18 years or over.
Please note that in order to successfully complete our Grand Diplôme®, students will be required to handle live shellfish, prepare and use veal stock, take part in practical butchery classes on beef, pork and chicken, and handle alcoholic beverages within a culinary context.
Please note: applications requiring a visa can close up to 12 weeks before the course start date.
The curriculum is composed of three Le Cordon Bleu diplomas:
The Grand Diplôme® with Pâtisserie Innovation is a comprehensive programme, ideal for students who have already clear career objectives and know that they would like to specialise in advanced pâtisserie. This course is particularly well suited to those looking to focus their career on health and pâtisserie thanks to the advanced techniques and ingredient understanding taught. We welcome students from a variety of different educational and occupational backgrounds. No prior culinary experience is required. This programme is suitable if:
Combining thorough training in cuisine and advanced pâtisserie, Grand Diplôme® with Pâtisserie Innovation is one of the most comprehensive diplomas available in our institute.
Qualification title: Grand Diplôme with Advanced Study (Pâtisserie Innovation)
SCQF level: 8
SCQF Credits: 174
This qualification is listed on the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF) and has been independently credit-rated by the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA). Further information is available here. This gives assurance that the content of our qualifications are of a high standard, meeting the rigorous quality assurance requirements of a national awarding body.
For more information about accreditation and student visa sponsorship, visit our Accreditation and Educational Oversight page.
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