Pastry & Baking Skills - Galway
This course aims to provide introductory skills for those with a passion for pastry and baking and who are either in the hospitality industry or considering a career change.
| Award Name | Minor Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Minor |
| Awarding Body | Atlantic Technological University |
| NFQ Level | Level 6 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minor Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) | Minor | Atlantic Technological University | Level 6 NFQ |
Duration
1 year part-time, blended.
Recommended Study Hours per week
Eight hours of in person classes per week. Students are expected to undertake self-directed learning using theory supports.
On-Campus Attendance Requirement
Mandatory attendance one full day per week for the academic year.
Note: Check programme Examination and Assessment requirements, as they may involve examinations to be taken on campus.
Entry Requirements
Entry Requirements to a Level 6 award
Minimum Leaving Certificate entry requirement grade O6/H7 or higher in 5 Leaving Certificate subjects including Mathematics and English or Irish with a minimum of 160 points.
OR a Pass in any QQI FET major award at level 5 or 6
OR Mature applicants (age 23 on or before the 1st January) do not have to meet the Leaving Certificate entry requirements/points, but are considered on an individual basis (previous education, work experience and demonstration of ability and competence to undertake the programme).
Careers / Further progression
Careers
Graduate careers typically include, Commis pastry chef, Apprentice Baker, Apprentice Patisserie chef.
Further information
Start Date September 2025
Total Fees €1,700
Flexible learning courses are popular, and they fill on a first come, first served basis. There are two major intake periods throughout the academic year, September and January.
For January start courses, applications typically open in October, and for September start courses, applications typically open in February. Closing dates for applications are listed on the individual course webpage.
Who Should Apply?
This programme is suitable for individuals wishing to specialise in the art of pastry and baking, or individuals who are working in a culinary environment but wishing to upskill in the area of pastry and baking.
Semester Module Details Credits Mandatory / Elective Year
The Art of Pastry, Baking and Desserts 1 10 Mandatory Year
The Art of Pastry, Baking and Desserts 2 10 Mandatory
Examination & Assessment
100% continuous assessment.
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