Institute of Technology or Polytechnic
Universal College of LearningLevel of Study
Certificate
Progress from novice to intermediate-level trainee as you master cold larder dishes, hot meals, complex preparation and presentation techniques, plus a delicious range of patisserie and desserts. You'll sharpen your practical cooking skills while gaining insight into how a professional kitchen operates, including hands-on experience at UCOL’s very own training restaurants, Ambitions and Visions.
If you're studying in Palmerston North, you’ll even get the chance to create the meals served at Ambitions Training Restaurant.
Here's our delicious crispy fish 'n chips in 20 seconds
NCEA Level 2
OR
equivalent academic achievement
OR
on a case-by-case basis at the discretion of the Executive Dean.
International Entry RequirementsEnglish language proficiency
International learner applicants whose first language is not English must have an IELTS Academic score of 5.5 with no band score lower than 5 (or equivalent including TOEFL). IELTS scores used must be taken from a single IELTS Test Report Form (i.e. combining scores from more than one test is not permissible).
Under 20 years of age
In addition to this, international applicants under 20 years of age must have NCEA equivalency.
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