Overview

It focuses on the foundations, the basic techniques and the real taste of the Italian Cuisine. Our teachers will guide students in the depth of history and around the territory, lead them during tasting experiences as well as through hands-on sessions to master their skills.

Key Facts

This Italian Culinary programme from ALMA - The School of Italian Culinary Arts is dedicated to all students who wish to enter the catering industry as real professionals with a high-level specialization in Italian Cuisine.

It aims at giving a comprehensive Italian Experience, mastering traditional recipes, meeting the greatest Italian Chefs, and deepening the knowledge of Food Studies and Italian wines, also travelling and making full use of the library in their spare time.

The program includes a traineeship, hosted by the most renowned restaurants in Italy, including Michelin starred restaurants.

Accreditation

The Italian Culinary Program (both UNIT 1 and UNIT 2) is accredited by Local Government of Emilia Romagna and issues certificates that are recognized all over Europe.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Cooking Techniques

Superior of Italian Cuisine

Italian Pasta

Pastry Techniques

Pastry Chef
Contemporary Ice Cream Shop

Audience

The program is Intended for:

Food lovers

Career changers

Young Chefs/ Sous Chef

Gastronomy science graduates

Culinary arts graduates

Kitchen Assistant

Commis

Cooks

Hospitality graduates

That are striving for Excellence and looking to specialize in Italian Culinary Arts.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-04-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-28 00:00:00

More details

Given these eventualities, the school recommends submitting your application at least two months before the course starts.

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Colorno, Italy

Disciplines

Food Science Culinary Arts

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Intermediate knowledge of English language

At least 18 years of age

High-school diploma

Great motivation and interest in Italian cuisine

Applicants older than 40 years of age are asked to submit a motivational letter

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

30000 EUR / year

≈ 30000 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

30000 EUR / year

≈ 30000 EUR / year

Living costs

Colorno

Italy

600 - 900 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Partial Scholarships available

NEXT GENERATION CHEF GRANT

For young chefs and professionals who wish to specialize in Sustainable Italian Cuisine.

Requirements:

At least 18 years of age
Previous experience in the sector/educational degree in the sector
A perspective towards sustainability in the kitchen

FRESHMEN GRANT

For young students, with no previous experience in the sector.

Requirements:

Age between 18 and 25 y.o.

No/very little experience in the sector.

A CAREER FOR LIFE GRANT

For students who wish to take a chance on a second career and change their educational and professional path.

Requirements:

26 y.o or older.
No/very little experience in the sector
A project for a future career in the catering industry

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Overview

Key Facts

Accreditation

Programme Structure

Audience

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

EU/EEA Applies to you

Living costs

Colorno

Funding

Partial Scholarships available

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