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Study Culinary with BHMS
BHMS, or the Business and Hotel Management School, is a private hospitality school located in Lucerne, Switzerland. The school offers a variety of programs in hospitality management, global management, and culinary arts.
BHMS is committed to providing a practical and experiential learning environment for its culinary arts students, with a focus on developing the skills and knowledge needed for success in the food and beverage industry. The school also offers opportunities for students to gain practical experience through internships and work placements, which can help them build their professional networks and prepare for successful careers in the culinary arts.
Why Study at BHMS?
Quality Education
Assured Internship
Personal Development
Career Placement
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Study Pathway in BHMS
B.H.M.S. Culinary Arts Programs develop students' contemporary skills in food preparation and presentation, à la carte cuisine, pastry and desserts and kitchen management through hands-on training and classroom learning. Over the course of 3 years, students acquire all the fundamental skills necessary to work in the world's finest dining establishments in one of the fastest growing industries. Below is the pathway to gain a degree in Culinary Arts in BHMS
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Diploma in Culinary Arts: This 6-12 month program introduces students to the world of food production through basic operation techniques and hands-on core competency training. It introduces students to the basic cooking methods, kitchen equipment, machinery and utensil, as well as recipe costing and kitchen procedures. Students will also learn how to use food ingredients, develop their skills in utilising kitchen equipment and utensils, learn how to prepare basic stocks, soups, sauces and salads and become familiar with kitchen terminology, nutrition and kitchen accounting principles. After successfully completing 6-months of diploma studies, students qualify for 4-6 month of paid internship in one of many renowned Swiss dining establishments.
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Higher Diploma in Culinary Arts: This 6-12 month program builds onto the student's fundamental understanding of international culinary principles gained at Diploma level. Students will explore European and ethnic cuisines by preparing a wide range of recipes including typical appetisers, fish, vegetarian, main course dish and pastry and desserts. Students will also learn communication and management skills, leadership and team work as well as guest relations. After successfully completing 6-months of advanced diploma studies, students qualify for a 4-6 month paid internship in one of many renowned Swiss dining establishments.
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BA Degree in Culinary Arts: The third and final year, leading to a Bachelor in Culinary Arts, builds on students’ existing culinary competencies and experience to deepen and hone practical, leadership and business skills. Highlights of this third year program include inter-disciplinary management of food service operations, including customer service, resource planning and management. New product development, molecular cuisine, technology applications and managing teams in the kitchen labs additionally provide capstone learning in a variety of skill areas, before students progress to their final industry placement and graduate positions.
YEAR ONE
Admission Requirements:
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Completed secondary school
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IELTS 5.0 level or equivalent
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17 years of age
1st Semester
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6 months
2nd Semester
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4 - 6 months
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Diploma Training
*120 credits - 60 ECTS Equivalent
YEAR TWO
Admission Requirements:
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Completed secondary school
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BHMS Diploma or equivalent
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IELTS 5.5 level or equivalent
3rd Semester
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6 months
4th Semester
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4 - 6 months
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Higher Diploma Training
*120 credits - 60 ECTS Equivalent
YEAR THREE
Admission Requirements:
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Completed secondary school
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BHMS Diploma or equivalent
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IELTS 6.0 level or equivalent
5th Semester
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6 months
6th Semester
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4 - 6 months
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BA Intership
*120 credits - 60 ECTS Equivalent