Diploma in Culinary Arts - Kuala Lumpur at UCSI University is a two-and-a-half-year diploma delivered in person at the Kuala Lumpur campus.
Malaysia
UCSI University
Diploma
Business
In-person
2.5 Years
US$6,971
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Diploma in Culinary Arts - Kuala Lumpur at UCSI University is a two-and-a-half-year diploma delivered in person at the Kuala Lumpur campus.
The programme focuses on culinary fundamentals, kitchen operations, food preparation, product knowledge, menu work and practical industry exposure. Students should use the Kuala Lumpur details when comparing this course because subjects, duration, entry requirements and practical learning settings can differ between UCSI campuses. The campus context matters for applicants comparing UCSI locations because learning environment, practical training arrangement, assessment sequence and academic progression may vary by location.
Culinary Essentials
Introduction to Tourism and Hospitality Industry
Hospitality and Tourism Communication
Food & Beverage Services
Pastry and Bakery
Fundamentals of Food
Sanitation, Safety and Hygiene
Industry Placement I
Basic Korean Cuisine
Malaysian Cuisine
Introduction to Management
Food and Beverage Management
Garde Manger
Banquet and Event Management
Food and Beverage Cost Control
Introduction to Accounting
Hospitality and Tourism Law
Nutrition in Food Service Industry
International Cuisine
Introduction to Human Resource Management
Entrepreneurship
Fundamentals of Marketing
Industry Placement 2
Introduction to Foreign Languages in Hospitality Industry (Japanese, German, Mandarin, Korean, or French)
Communication in Bahasa Melayu 2
| Curriculum | Required Score |
|---|---|
| O-Level | Minimum 3 credits (C) |
| Polytechnic Certificates | Pass |
| Other equivalent qualifications | Minimum overall average of 50% |
| Test | Score |
|---|---|
| Cambridge Linguaskill | 140 |
| IELTS Academic | 4.0 |
| Cambridge English Qualifications and Tests | 140 |
| TOEFL IBT | 30-31 |
| Pearson Test of English | 36 |
| MUET | Band 2 |
| CEFR | B1 (with at least 2 skills at B1) |
| 1119/O-Level/IGCSE | Grade C |
| Certified Intensive English Programme (CIEP) by ELS | 106 |
| Details | Fee |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | US$6,971 |
| Year 2 | US$6,971 |
| Final 6 months | US$3,485 |
| Estimated total | US$17,427 |
Fee amounts are estimates based on university-published international student fee information available at the time of publication. Actual fees may change by intake and may vary because of exchange rates, taxes, or university updates.
Diploma in Culinary Arts - Kuala Lumpur at UCSI University is a two-and-a-half-year diploma delivered in person at the Kuala Lumpur campus.
Diploma in Culinary Arts - Kuala Lumpur takes 2.5 years and is delivered on campus.
Diploma in Culinary Arts - Kuala Lumpur is offered through UCSI University's Kuala Lumpur campus, so students should review this campus-specific profile when comparing intakes, fees, subjects and entry requirements.
Academic entry requirements include O-Level: Minimum 3 credits (C). English evidence may include Cambridge Linguaskill 140.
The estimated annual international tuition fee is US$6,971.
