Diploma in Pâtisserie
Food & Beverage
A course by
AUT
The Diploma in Pâtisserie is a two-year, NZQA Level 5 qualification at AUT with a strong focus on creative, practical, and business skills relating to cakes, desserts, and pastry, preparing graduates for careers in the hospitality industry.
NZ$9,433
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Master fundamental, intermediate, and advanced pâtisserie practices
Graduates will have a comprehensive body of knowledge and skills in pâtisserie to work in the creative and demanding hospitality environment.
Develop practical and creative skills
About This Course
Does a career in cakes, desserts and pastry appeal? The Diploma in Pâtisserie at AUT delivers creative, practical and business skills, developed in response to student and industry demand for advanced pâtisserie knowledge. With a strong mix of applied practice, theory and creative business foundations, graduates are equipped for work in the fast-paced hospitality sector. The programme covers fundamentals to advanced skills, including workplace experience in the industry.
Course Content
- Foundation Pastries
- Foundation Cakes
- Sponges, Gâteaux and Torten
- Pâtisserie Related Studies
- Foundation Breads
- Professional Experience (industry placement)
- Basic Hot Desserts
- Basic Cold Desserts
- Contemporary Kitchen Management
- Food and the Senses
- Artisan Breads
- Sugar and Chocolate Confectionary
- Advanced Professional Desserts
- Contemporary Entremets and Petits Gâteaux
- Showpieces
- Celebration Cakes
Entry Requirements
Completion of Year 12 (NCEA: 48 level 2 credits or higher including 8 in an approved subject)
Build towards these roles
PâtissierOwner-operated small business enterpriseProduct DeveloperPastry ChefBakery Manager
Build skills in these industries
HospitalityFood and Beverage
