Le Cordon Bleu’s highly acclaimed Cuisine and Pastry certificate and diploma programmes are available in an intensive option, allowing students to study the same culinary techniques in less time. But what exactly is an intensive option, which programmes does it apply to and why would students choose an intensive study path? Here we answer these common questions and demystify these accelerated study programmes.
This means that rather than the standard nine months it takes to complete the diploma, where you would complete the Basic, Intermediate and Superior certificates one at a time at three months each, you undertake both Basic and Intermediate in the same term, followed by Superior. The time it takes to complete the full diploma is reduced by three months, so you graduate after just six months of study.
Naturally it is hard work to complete the diploma in a shorter space of time, but there are benefits to reducing the time you take to study.
Le Cordon Bleu London offer the intensive study option on its Diplôme de Cuisine and Diplôme de Pâtisserie, however this accelerated study path is only available for the Winter (January) and Summer (July) intakes. As mentioned above, both diploma programmes comprise Basic, Intermediate and Superior Certificates.
Both Basic and Intermediate certificates for either cuisine or patisserie can be studied as intensive options individually (a la carte), however the Superior certificate cannot be condensed from the standard 3-month programme. Basic Cuisine intensive and Basic Pâtisserie intensive each take just 7 weeks instead of the usual 12-13 weeks. Intermediate Cuisine intensive and Intermediate Pâtisserie intensive each take only 6 weeks compared to the standard options which take 12-13 weeks. This means that Basic Cuisine can be studied with Intermediate Cuisine within a 6 month period, as can Basic Pâtisserie and Intermediate Pâtisserie.
Superior Cuisine and Superior Pâtisserie certificates are the most advanced of the certificate programmes offered at Le Cordon Bleu London and as such, the teaching cannot be provided in any less time.
While we are unable to offer simultaneous study of Cuisine and Pâtisserie as intensive study paths, you can study both Cuisine and Pâtisserie alongside each other with the Grand Diplome programme. Despite taking a longer amount of time to complete, this 9 month programme covers both cuisine and patisserie simultaneously, providing the most robust culinary training available.
There are various reasons why a student may want to select the intensive option for their studies at Le Cordon Bleu, however the lesser time frame to complete the studies is the common motivation. Many students have time constraints which could prevent them from studying the full 9 month diplomas or even the 3 month certificate options. The intensive study paths allow for the same skills to be taught in less time which is an excellent incentive for those with limited time available to take off work, or those looking to enter the industry by a certain date.
Diplôme de Cuisine is a classical chef training course that offers the most rigorous and comprehensive programme in French culinary techniques and international cuisine available today. We believe that it is essential to teach classical methods and techniques progressively, so that once you become a trained chef you will be able to apply your knowledge to any type of cuisine and adapt it to your future career.
By successfully completing our Diplôme de Cuisine you will be ready to progress with a range of exciting career opportunities having learned all of the necessary professional skills. You will be taught by our team of classically trained chefs who have experience working in senior positions in the world’s finest kitchens and Michelin-starred restaurants.
The Diplôme de Cuisine is a French cuisine diploma that also includes elements of international cooking styles and modern techniques. The diploma comprises three certificates: Basic, Intermediate and Superior.
It can be completed in 9 months or in 6 months of full-time study. With our Intensive 6-month diploma Basic and Intermediate levels of the diploma are completed in three months, with the Superior level completed through a further three months of study.
Our Diplôme de Pâtisserie is recognised globally as one of the most respected culinary qualifications in pastry and baking. By enabling you to become highly skilled and gain essential creative abilities to craft exceptional dishes and showpieces, we pride ourselves on delivering the highest standards of professional pastry chef education and training.
The pastry diploma comprises three certificates: Basic, Intermediate and Superior. As you progress, the techniques taught become more advanced to develop your skills in a structured manner.
The Diplôme de Pâtisserie can be completed in either 9 months or in 6 months of full-time study. With our Intensive 6-month diploma, Basic and Intermediate levels are completed in three months, with the Superior level completed through a further three months of study.
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