French Pastry Arts Diploma

Program Overview

The Diploma in French Pastry Arts at École Ducasse immerses students in the art of French pastry-making through a comprehensive curriculum that includes hands-on practice, theory lessons, and demonstrations. The program equips students with the skills and knowledge to excel in the pastry arts industry, preparing them for careers as pastry chefs, entrepreneurs, and more. Graduates benefit from personalized instruction, masterclass demonstrations, and state-of-the-art training laboratories.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

This comprehensive Diploma in French Pastry Arts immerses students in the time-honored and innovative techniques that have made French pastry renowned worldwide. It caters to individuals with a fervent passion for French pastry and desserts, aspiring to advance their careers or establish themselves as entrepreneurs in the field.

Outline:

This eight-month program encompasses a comprehensive curriculum, meticulously designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in the pastry arts. The curriculum includes:

• French Pastry Arts Fundamentals
• Chocolate & Confectionary
• Ice Cream & Sorbet
• Bread & Viennoiserie
• Pated desserts
• Entremets, Individual Cakes & Healthy desserts
• Tea Time & Travel Cake
• Croquembouches & Buffets
Throughout the program, students engage in hands-on practical sessions, theory lessons, and demonstrations, gaining a profound understanding of the theoretical and practical aspects of pastry-making.

Assessment:

The program employs a rigorous assessment system to evaluate students' progress and mastery of the subject matter. The assessment methods include:

• Timely practical evaluations for professional practice courses
• Oral and/or written evaluations for academic courses

Teaching:

École Ducasse's teaching methodology emphasizes hands-on practice to optimize the acquisition of skills and techniques. Each module incorporates a blend of theory, demonstration, and practical phases, with approximately 80% of the program dedicated to practical tuition in state-of-the-art training laboratories. Students benefit from personalized instruction and support from highly qualified faculty, complemented by masterclass demonstrations by renowned pastry chefs, Meilleurs Ouvriers de France, and World Champions.

Careers:

Upon completion of the program, graduates are well-equipped for a wide range of career paths within the pastry arts industry, including:

• Entrepreneur
• Pastry chef
• Pastry consultant
• Pastry chef instructor
• Caterer
• Pastry operations manager
• Food writer and critic

Total €: 27 900