TOURISM, HOSPITALITY & EVENTS MANAGEMENT WITH SPECIALISMS - CULINARY ARTS Level 5 Foundation Degree

Level 5
Higher Education
Newry Campus
Ulster University

Overview

Subject to Revalidation

The Tourism. Hospitality & Events with Specialisms - Culinary Arts Foundation Degree is an immersive programme designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the hospitality and tourism industry, with a specific focus on culinary arts. This degree course offers students the opportunity to develop specialised knowledge and skills in culinary arts, preparing them for exciting careers in the culinary industry within the broader context of hospitality and tourism.

This course is aimed at the chef with experience, to further enhance their practical skills and keep pace with culinary trends and developments in areas such as catering technology and supervisory management skills.

The programme provides students with the opportunity to specialise in culinary arts while also gaining a broader understanding of the hospitality and tourism industry. Students will develop a strong foundation in culinary arts, including practical culinary skills, food preparation and presentation techniques, and an understanding of flavour profiles and culinary traditions from around the world. They will also explore topics such as customer service, hospitality operations, tourism marketing, sustainable practices, and the impact of technology on the industry.

Typically, weekly contact hours are scheduled for a minimum of 8 hours per week per semester over 2.5 years. During semester 3 of each year, students will be required to complete a work placement for a minimum of 160 hours.

Please note this programme is currently under review and some content may be subject to change.

The over-riding consideration in admitting applicants to this course, is evidence that the learner is likely to be able to complete the course satisfactorily.

Applicants must:

Be at least 18 years of age on or before 1st July 2025
Have attained a minimum of 56 UCAS points achieved through the completion of A Levels, National Awards, Access or other alternative approved level 3 qualifications
Have attained at least 15 points at Level 2 or above (e.g. GCSE) or have alternative approved qualifications. In addition, applicants must provide evidence of competence in written and spoken English Language. For entry to this programme, applicants should have attained a C grade in GCSE English language and a C grade in GCSE Maths (or equivalent)
Applicants who do not meet the criteria outlined above but have evidence of substantial knowledge or relevant industrial experience and skills, which has not been formally assessed, should refer to the College’s Accreditation of Prior Experience and Learning (APEL) Policy

Attendance at Individual or Group Pre-Entry Advice Sessions (IPEAS and GPEAS) may be required. These interviews may take place either on campus, via telephone or video call (Microsoft teams) and will play an important role in place allocation.

Please note that applicants progressing to higher education courses at Level 4 and above in the College or UK Universities may require a specific GCSE/ A-Level profile. In some cases, the Essential Skills in Literacy and Numeracy may not be a suitable alternative to a GCSE. It is the responsibility of the applicant to check each University’s progression requirements before enrolling on a course at the College.

Please note that for Ulster University qualifications, the general entry requirements for Ulster University must also be met in addition to those listed below.

Modules include:

Introduction to Hospitality, Tourism & Events
Patisserie
Events Operations
Modern and Classical Gastronomy
Introduction to Work Based Learning
Marketing and Entrepreneurship
Product Development and Innovation
Management in Action
Managing Financial Performance
People Management
Work Based Learning in Practice

Students will be assessed on a regular basis throughout the course, using a range of appropriate assessment methods which include:

Written coursework
Practical work
Class tests
Seminars
Presentations

Where the exam/awarding body fee is listed as TBC in the full fee breakdown, the information has not yet been released by our partner awarding bodies for 25/26. This fee will be updated as soon as it becomes available.

Fees displayed for each course represent fees to be charged for year 1 of each programme. Please note that fees may increase in year 2 or 3 of the course. Read more in our Fees Policy at https://www.src.ac.uk/about-us...

Field Trips: Students will also be required to attend and participate in approximately 3 field trips throughout the duration of the programme, to enhance their learning experience and to provide them with an insight to progression opportunities for employment and higher education. Each trip will incur an estimated cost of £10 for travel which you will be expected to pay 3 weeks prior to the trip taking place.

Uniform: a chef's uniform is required to be worn for all practical kitchen-based classes. This can be purchased through the college, or alternatively you may have this already from your place of work.

On successful completion of this course students may progress onto Ulster University's BSc Hons Culinary Arts Management Year 2 or with summer bridging, students may progress onto the final year, provided they meet the University’s entry conditions.

The Tourism. Hospitality & Events with Specialisms - Culinary Arts Arts Foundation Degree provides a pathway for students to pursue various career paths in the culinary and hospitality industry. Upon successful completion of the programme, graduates will be well-prepared for roles such as: