| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
| 2024-02-01 | - |
Program Overview
The Culinary Arts Management postgraduate course at University College Birmingham equips students with advanced skills in culinary artistry, innovation, and management. Through core modules and an optional placement, graduates gain the knowledge and experience necessary for dynamic careers in the culinary industry, including roles such as Sous Chef, Head Chef, and Restaurant Manager. The program emphasizes practical learning, industry-standard facilities, and accreditation from the Institute of Hospitality and the University of Warwick.
Program Outline
Degree Overview
Innovation, recipe and food product development will form key components of your study,
while you’ll also learn how to meet changing consumer demands and research trends, as well as the challenge of managing culinary operations as profit centres.
Highlights:
- Gain real-life experience through optional placements (MSc only)
- Learn from lecturers with extensive industry experience
Outline
- Culinary Innovation and Product Development: Develop new and exciting food products based on real industry scenarios.
- Culinary Management Project: Lead and manage a project within a food and beverage environment.
- Managing Across Cultures: Understand the complexities of management and leadership across different cultures in the global hospitality industry.
- Masters Research Project: Conduct research and develop critical thinking skills relevant to the chosen field.
- Revenue & Performance Analysis: Analyze financial data and make informed decisions to enhance business performance.
Optional Placement Module:
- Postgraduate Work Placement: Gain practical experience in the industry and build your professional network.
Assessment
- Coursework: 68%
- Practical Assessment: 22%
- Written Examinations: 10%
Teaching
Careers
The Culinary Arts Management program prepares graduates for a variety of exciting career opportunities in the culinary industry, including:
- Sous Chef
- Head Chef
- Catering Manager
- Product Development Chef
- Restaurant Manager
- Food Business Owner/Restaurateur
Other
MSc, MA) in 2023/24, your fee for this academic year will be £14,500 per year. The course fee for academic year 2024/2025 is £15,000 per year.
