About Bachelor Of Arts (honours) In Culinary And Gastronomic Sciences in Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology
The Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Culinary and Gastronomic Sciences aims to provide the student with the knowledge, creative skills and technological competences necessary for a career in the food and/or culinary sector.
The course is designed to reinforce and enhance the student’s knowledge of scientific principles, processes and technologies through the study of food.
This degree course will benefit students who are interested in applying scientific principles to the theoretical and practical aspects of food, from production of raw materials to food product development.
The first two years of the programme provide students with practical culinary skills and basic food science and technology, nutrition and gastronomy knowledge, supported by laboratory practicals.
The latter two years focus on the acquisition of more advanced scientific skills in the area of food science, sensory science, flavour, in theory and through their application in food product development.
The programme will create highly competent individuals with a unique combination of skills, by combining the creativity of the chef, with the scientific and technical knowledge to operate in food research and development.
Career Opportunities
The programme will support graduates in their pursuit of careers in the food industry, and in the culinary and catering sector, by enhancing professional culinary skills in areas such as new product development, food processing and manufacturing.
Career opportunities for graduates of this programme include:
- Chef roles - commis, sous, head, and/or executive chef
- Development chef within the food industry
- Food research and product development in the food industry
- Food entrepreneur
Post-graduate Studies:
Graduates will also be eligible to pursue research MSc/PhD programmes in Food Science/Nutrition/Culinary related disciplines as well as taught master’s programmes in cognate areas.
GMIT intends to develop in-house taught master’s programmes in the area of Gastronomy which will be suitable for the graduates of this programme.
Essential Information:
This programme offers an introductory work experience (12 weeks) between year 1 and year 2 and a 30 week (semester long) industry work placement during year three.
Class 12th
No specific cutoff mentioned
- Applicants must have high school certificate/diploma or equivalent
- Prerequisites: English and Mathematics
English Language Requirements
TOEFL : 70
Minimum score of 15 in each component
IELTS : 5.5
Minimum score of 5 in each component
PTE : 51
Minimum score of 46 in each component
Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology Ireland Tution Fees
The tuition fees for Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) in Ireland vary depending on the program and level of study.
For undergraduate programs, the tuition fees for international students range from €10,000 to €14,500 per year, depending on the program.
For postgraduate programs, the tuition fees for international students range from €11,500 to €16,000 per year, depending on the program.
It's important to note that these fees are subject to change and do not include other expenses such as accommodation, textbooks, and living expenses.
Additionally, there are also scholarships and funding opportunities available for international students to help cover the cost of tuition and living expenses. It's recommended to check the GMIT website or contact the admissions office directly to learn more about the available scholarships and funding opportunities.
