Bachelor Degree

Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in International Culinary Arts_penang University of Wollongong (UOW)

Business & ManagementUniversity of Wollongong( UOW )

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in International Culinary Arts at UOW Malaysia is a dual-award international culinary degree designed to prepare students for global careers in professional kitchens, restaurants, hospitality management, and food innovation. The programme combines classical culinary skills and modern gastronomy techniques, including food preparation, bakery, patisserie, restaurant operations, culinary science, food costing, and menu development. Students also gain exposure to molecular gastronomy, food innovation, and international cuisine practices, supported by industry-standard kitchen training. A key highlight of the programme is its dual award structure with IMI Switzerland, allowing graduates to receive internationally recognised qualifications. Students also benefit from industrial placements in 5-star hotels and restaurants, strengthening real-world experience and employability in the global hospitality industry. This programme is suitable for students aiming to study in Malaysia, pursue Malaysia university admission, and build a strong international career in culinary arts and hospitality from Bangladesh or other countries.

Admission Requirements

Complete STPM / A-Level / Foundation / Diploma or equivalent qualification recognised by UOW Malaysia Meet minimum academic requirement (CGPA or passes depending on entry route) Fulfil English language requirement (IELTS / TOEFL / PTE or equivalent accepted by the universit

English Language Requirements

IELTS 5.0 OR TOEFL iBT 40 OR TOEFL Essentials 7.5 OR PTE Academic 47 OR Cambridge English 154 OR equivalent qualification accepted by UOW Malaysia

Curriculum Structure

Year 1

  • Fundamental Culinary Skills
  • Food Safety & Hygiene
  • Nutrition & Health
  • Garde Manger
  • Patisserie
  • Bakery
  • Meat Poultry & Seafood Fabrication
  • Food Costing & Purchasing
  • Hospitality Business Communication
  • Writing & Referencing
  • Global Hospitality Industry

Year 2

  • Restaurant Operations
  • Gastronomic Cuisine
  • Culinary Artistry
  • Introduction to Gastronomy
  • Food Science
  • Wine & Beverage Operations
  • Food Service Design & Management
  • Marketing & Social Media for Hospitality
  • Research Methods
  • Financial Management

Year 3

  • Molecular Gastronomy
  • Leadership & Management for Culinary Arts
  • Managing Customer Experience
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Final Year Project
  • Industrial Placement (Internship)

Career Prospects

Chef, Executive Chef, Sous Chef, Pastry Chef, Restaurant Manager, Kitchen Manager, Food & Beverage Manager, Catering Manager, Culinary Consultant, Hospitality Entrepreneur, Food Stylist, Bakery Specialist, Menu Developer, Hotel Chef, Cruise Ship Chef, Food Product Developer, Culinary Instructor

Key Information

Duration

3 years

Intake

Feb, Apr, June, Sep, Oct

Mode

Full-time

Fees Breakdown

1st YearMYR 50,782
2nd YearMYR 31,730
3rd YearMYR 12,738

Others Cost

EMGSMYR 4,048