موقع حكومي رسمي تابع لحكومة المملكة العربية السعودية

Program Details

Diploma in Culinary Arts

An academic program that aims to qualify scientifically and professionally qualified female cadres in the field of gastronomy through a high-quality educational and training program that enables them to compete in the labor market.

About The Academic Program

Nature and Goals of the Program

The specialization aims to qualify female students as professionals in cooking and preparing dishes in a variety of ways with the highest standards of health and food safety, including teaching them on cooking techniques, preparing foods of various types, training in the skills of serving dishes in a professional manner, using cooking techniques based on various types of ingredients, and developing their skills in time management and working under pressure in professional cooking environments.

Career opportunities

Culinary Specialists - Supervisors of Various Kitchen Departments - Food Safety Supervisors in Hotels and Hospitality Establishments - Supervisors in the Food and Beverage Department

Program Information

College of Applied College
Department of Undeclared
Major Culinary Art
Academic degree Diploma in Culinary Arts
Language of instruction English
Duration 2 Years

Program Details

  1. 1.To prepare scientifically and professionally qualified graduates in the field of gastronomy who are able to compete in the job market.
  2. 2.Building the capabilities of female graduates to deal with various variables and developments in the field of gastronomy.
  3. 3.Build strategic partnerships with government and private institutions in the field of gastronomy to develop field training.
  4. 4.Proposing activities and initiatives that contribute to and serve the community.
  5. 5.Preparing female students for the professional certificate exam in the specialization.
  1. 1. Explore the techniques and skills needed to prepare high-quality food in a professional setting.
  2. 2.Present the general concept of food purchasing, receiving, and storing practices.
  3. 3.Apply safety and health principles in food service operations.
  4. 4.Use the principles of menu planning, formatting, and cost control to develop lists.
  5. 5.Use culinary basics in the preparation of a variety of food products.
  6. 6.Resource Management in a Commercial Culinary Environment.
  1. 1.Teamwork: Excels in teamwork, contributing to a productive and collaborative kitchen environment.
  2. 2.Career readiness: Graduates possess the skills and knowledge necessary for immediate entry into the culinary industry.
  3. 3.Readiness for Continuous Learning: Graduates have an effective ability to manage time and tasks in dynamic culinary environments.
Levels Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
Level One CUL 100 Introduction to Culinary Arts 3 —
Level One CUL 140 Food Safety and Sanitation 3 —
Level One ENG 101 English Language (1) 3 —
Level One ENG 102 English Language (2) 3 OR ENG101OR ENG101-1
Level One HOS 100 Introduction to Tourism and Hospitality Industry 3 —
Level One HOS 110 Hospitality Legal Issues in KSA 3 —
Level One HOS 141 Principles of Hospitality Accounting 3 —
Level Two CUL 111 Meat, Poultry and Seafood Production 3 CUL101
Level Two CUL 112 Pastry & Bakery 3 —
Level Two CUL 120 Saudi Cuisine 3 —
Level Two CUL 141 Nutrition & Menu Engineering 3 —
Level Two CUL 101 Breakfast Cuisine 3 —
Level Two CUL 110 Soups, Vegetables and Starches Production 3 CUL100
Level Three CUL 213 Cold Cuisine 3 CUL111
Level Three CUL 221 International Cuisine 3 CUL120
Level Three CUL 230 Food Purchasing, Receiving and Storing 3 CUL140
Level Three CUL 231 Food & Beverage Cost Control 3 HOS141
Level Three CUL2 250 Specialized English Language 3 ENG102
Level Three HOS 121 Food & Beverage Management 3 —
Level Four CUL 290 Cooperative Training 6 CUL2250AND CUL213AND CUL221AND CUL230AND CUL231AND HOS121AND CUL232OR HOS203OR CUL233

University Compulsory Requirements

Course Code Course Title Credit
GNR 070 Ethics and Islamic Values 2
GNR 071 Islamic Banking and Economics 2
GNR 072 Community Building in Islam 2
ENG 101 English Language (1) 3
ENG 102 English Language (2) 3

University Elective Requirements

Course Code Course Title Credit
GNR 020 Communication Skills 2
GNR 021 Creative Writing 2
GNR 022 Writing Academic Reports 2
GNR 023 Emotional Intelligence Course 2
GNR 030 Basics of Entrepreneurship 2
GNR 031 Principles of Projects Management 2
GNR 032 Giftedness and Mental Superiority 2
GNR 033 Principles of E-Commerce 2
GNR 034 Financial Literacy 2
GNR 035 Leadership and Change Management 2
GNR 050 Health Awareness 2
GNR 051 Poetry and Prose in Arabic Literature 2
GNR 052 Well-Being and Quality of Life 2
GNR 053 Fitness and Sport Science 2
GNR 060 Sustainable Development 2
GNR 061 Global Citizenship 2
GNR 062 Lifelong Learning Skills 2
GNR 063 Sustainable Ecosystems 2
GNR 064 Global Citizenship 2
GNR 010 History of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and its Pioneering Role 2
GNR 011 Community Building in Islam 2
GNR 012 Good Citizenship Values 2
GNR 013 Saudi Arts and Heritage 2
GNR 015 Studies in Saudi Literature 2
GNR 040 Computer Skills and Information Technology 2
GNR 041 Basics of Programming 2
GNR 042 Data Analysis and Management 2
GNR 046 Artificial Intelligence For Healthcare Disciplines 2
GNR 047 Artificial Intelligence For Scientific Discipines 2
GNR 048 Artificial Intelligence For Humanities Disciplines 2

College Elective Requirements

Course Code Course Title Credit
ACP 203 International Financial Reporting Standards 3
ACP 221 Internal Audit 3
BFM 100 Principle of Finance 3

Elective Specialization Requirements

Course Code Course Title Credit
CUL 232 Food Quality Management 3
CUL 233 Culinary Entrepreneurship 3
HOS 203 Customer service 3