* Ancillary Fees
International applicants must provide proof of academic standing equivalent to the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) (Grade 12), along with transcripts from any post-secondary education (if applicable).
The following certificates are acceptable for admission:
India, Pakistan, Bangladesh: 10 + 12 with marks over 50%, Bachelors – less than eight backlogs
England, Wales, West Africa and Middle East: GCSE – General Certificate of Secondary Education (O Level) with grades of A, B, C (or 1, 2, 3) in five academic subjects
West Indies: General Certificate of Education (O Level) with grades of A, B, C (or 1, 2, 3) in five academic subjects, or Caribbean Examinations Council with grades of A, B, C (or 1, 2, 3) in five academic subjects
Hong Kong: Hong Kong Certificate of Education with credit standing in five academic subjects, or pass standing in six academic subjects, or the Chinese University of Hong Kong Entrance Examination with a pass in five academic subjects
All applicants to Loyalist whose first language is not English, or whose previous education was in another language, will be expected to provide an English proficiency assessment for admissions approval.
Please forward test scores from one of the following tests with your application:
TOEFL: (Test of English as a Foreign Language), 550 (paper-based test)80 (iBT internet-based test with minimums of 20)
IELTS (International English Language Test Service), 6.0 overall with no bands less than 6.0 (under SDS)6.0 overall with one band at 5.5 (generic category)6.5 overall with no bands less than 6.0*7.0 overall with no bands less than 6.5**
CAEL (Canadian Academic English Language Assessment), Overall band of 60, writing 60
Cambridge English Exam, C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency
Duolingo English Test***, 95 – 100
105 – 110* (equivalent to IELTS 6.5)
115 – 120** (equivalent to IELTS 7.0)
*For the following programs: Early Childhood Education, Developmental Services Worker, Fitness and Health Promotion, Recreation & Leisure Services – Sports
**For the following programs: Care of Vulnerable Populations, Personal Support Worker
***The Duolingo English Test is an online English proficiency test that can be taken online, on-demand, in under an hour. The test is taken via a computer with a camera and includes a proficiency score, video interview, and writing sample which will be shared with Loyalist College when you send your results.
Do you have what it takes? You can succeed in this field if you are:
Passionate about food
Willing to take creative risks
Skilled at time management
Excellent under pressure in a fast-paced environment
Experiential learning
Create and innovate under the guidance of distinguished chefs with a rich appreciation of farm-to-table cuisine.
Work in the kitchen and dining room of Resto 213, Loyalist’s on-campus student-run gourmet restaurant.
Students participate in The Art of Flavour dinners throughout the year, which provides exposure to different styles of cuisine and winemaking, as well as potential job connections.
Earn first-hand experience in all aspects of culinary management — from hosting and service, food preparation, pricing and menu design, to developing marketing strategies.
Students also prepare food for the Loyalist Market, a retail outlet offering an amazing variety of fresh and frozen products designed and created by Culinary students.
Optional field trips provide invaluable experience in food and culture. Recent destinations include New York City, Paris, Switzerland and Portugal.
Receive individual attention from licensed chefs and Red Seal pastry chefs.
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First Year - Semester One
PROF1026 Career Preparation
MATH1049 Culinary Math
CULN1005 Culinary Techniques 1
CULN1007 Culinary Techniques a la Carte 1
FOOD1017 Food Theory 1
CULN1004 Orientation and Safety Training
FOOD1016 Techniques of Baking 1
First Year - Semester Two
CULN1002 Culinary Techniques 2
CULN1003 Culinary Techniques a la Carte 2
FOOD1012 Food Theory 2
FOOD1011 Menu Planning
FOOD1013 Techniques of Baking 2
Second Year - Semester Three
HOSP2001 Catering and Event Planning
CULN2000 Culinary Business 1
FOOD2011 Food & Beverage Practical 1
BUSI2013 Profit Management
BUSI2013 Profit Management
Second Year - Semester Four
FOOD2010 Advanced Gastronomy
CULN2001 Culinary Business
FOOD2012 Food and Beverage Practical
HOSP1007 Wine & Beverage Appreciation
GNED General Education Elective
Second Year - Semester Four (Electives)
CULN2002 Capstone
GNED General Education Elective
Culinary Management graduates are prepared to work as cooks and apprentices in their choice of establishment around the world.
Opening a restaurant is a high-risk venture. A diploma from Loyalist will prepare you to pursue your dreams with solid skills in culinary technique, marketing and leadership.
Diploma graduates complete the in-class requirements for apprenticeship training.
Following completion of on-the-job apprenticeship outcomes, graduates are qualified to write the exam for Interprovincial Red Seal Certification — an internationally recognized standard of quality.
| Health Insurance for one calendar year (mandatory): | $600 |
