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Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Culinary Management

Sunway University

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Program overview

The Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Culinary Management combines experiential learning with academic rigor to equip you for success in the competitive culinary industry.

This three-year program emphasizes both practical culinary techniques and essential management and leadership skills, giving you a competitive edge in the profession. Through a blend of lectures, demonstrations, work-based learning, and hands-on experiences, you will learn the art of quality food preparation and presentation. On the business side, courses in marketing, communication skills, people management, small business ventures, and quality management ensure that graduates are well-rounded and prepared to meet industry demands.

Entry Requirements

STPM

Average C or CGPA 2.0 (min 2 Principals)

For other qualifications and certificates (e.g., UEC, Foundation, STAM, etc..) please contact our educational consultants or submit your application for Admission assessment.

Future Careers

  • Director of Food & Beverage
  • Restaurant Owner / Entrepreneur
  • Chef de Cuisine / Executive Chef
  • Kitchen Manager
  • Food Writer / Critic
  • In-flight food manager
  • Corporate Chef

Curriculum

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Year 1

  • Basic Culinary Operations
  • Business of Tourism & Hospitality
  • English for the Hospitality & Service Industry
  • Food Safety & Sanitation
  • Food Service Operations
  • Fundamentals of Accounting
  • Intermediate Culinary Operations
  • Principles and Techniques of Baking & Pastry
  • Principles of Marketing
  • Small Business Venture

Year 2

  • Advanced Pastry
  • Communication Skills
  • Food & Nutrition
  • Internship Part 1 (10 weeks)
  • Sustainable Food Supply Chain Management

Electives

Choose 1 Stream OR Study Abroad

Stream 1: Artisanal Patisserie

  • Bistronomic Pastry
  • Boutique Pastry
  • Gastronomic Pastry
  • Elective Subject

Stream 2: AI & Digital Solutions

  • Digital Business
  • Digital Economy
  • Digital Marketing
  • Elective Subject

Year 3

  • Advanced Culinary Techniques
  • Entrepreneurial Mindset & Skills* (Offered in either Year 2 or 3)
  • Internship Part 2 (10 weeks)
  • Malaysian Cuisine
  • Managing People in the Hospitality & Service Industry
  • Research Methods
  • Research Project

Programme Electives (Choose 1 in Year 2 or 3)

  • Food & Beverage Management
  • Wine Studies

Additional MOHE Compulsory General Studies Subjects

For Local Students:

  • Appreciation of Ethics & Civilisation
  • Bahasa Kebangsaan A (for students who did not sit for SPM or did not obtain a Credit in SPM Bahasa Melayu) OR Critical Thinking
  • Community Service for Planetary Health
  • Integrity & Anti-Corruption
  • Philosophy & Current Issues

For International Students:

  • Appreciation of Ethics & Civilisation
  • Community Service for Planetary Health
  • Critical Thinking
  • Integrity & Anti-Corruption
  • Malay Language for Communication 2

Entry requirements

Bachelor's: strong high-school results, a foundation, or a diploma.

Typically IELTS 5 or equivalent (TOEFL / PTE). Some universities offer a preparatory English program if you haven't reached the score yet.

Exact requirements vary by program, and an English certificate such as IELTS or an equivalent may be required.

Career opportunities

  • Business manager
  • Marketing specialist
  • Accountant
  • Financial analyst
  • Entrepreneur

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