| Course Name |
Cookery - Pastry & Baking |
| Course Provider |
ATU - Galway Campuses |
| Alternative Provider(s) |
ATU - Atlantic Technological University |
| Course Code |
GA_OPABG_N06 |
| Course Type |
Lifelong Learning |
| Qualifications |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
| Special Purpose Certificate (Level 6 NFQ)
More info..
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Special Purpose |
Atlantic Technological University |
Level 6 NFQ |
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| Apply To |
Course provider |
| Attendance Options |
Part time, Day release, Daytime |
| Location (Districts) |
Galway City |
| Application Date |
How to Apply
***Applications can be made online at https://apply.gmit.ie, please select application type L6***.
This user guide contains step by step instructions on how to create and submit an online application.
Deadline for applications is 5pm Wednesday 15th June 2022
If you have any queries on this please email Learn@gmit.ie |
| Application Weblink |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Duration |
1 year part-time on campus.
What to expect
You will spend one full day per week in college for the duration of the academic year developing new skills and knowledge.
During this course, you will work in training kitchens and will follow an intensive course of study.
Student Induction
You will need to buy uniforms, safety shoes and a knife kit before the course starts.
ATU Galway will make full arrangements for this. |
| Course Fee |
The total cost of the course is €1700
*Fees listed on this page are not confirmed and may be subject to change |
| Link to Course Fee |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Entry Requirements |
Expand+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 majo...
Hide-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).
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| Course Content |
Qualification
Upon successful completion of this course, you will receive a Certificate in Pastry and Bakery (20 credits).
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. |
| Subjects Taught |
Year 1
Fundamentals of Pastry, Baking and Desserts 10 credits
Modern and Innovative Pastry, Baking and Desserts 10 credits |
| Number of Credits |
20 credits |
| Careers or Further Progression |
Job Opportunities
Commis pastry chef
Apprentice Baker
Apprentice Patisserie chef
GMIT has many industry partners, all of whom have immediate employment opportunities for individuals with pastry skills. |
| Further Enquiries |
Course information
Jacinta Dalton
Acting Head of School
Galway International Hotel School, GMIT.
Email: Jacinta.dalton@gmit.ie
Tel: 091 742320
Application information
Department of Graduate Studies and Professional Development
Email: learn@gmit.ie |
| Course Web Page |
Web Page - Click Here |
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