Diploma in Culinary Arts
Course ID : (R2/811/4/0897) (04/25) (A10877)
Campus: SEGi College Penang
Levels of Study: Diploma
Course Overview
Do you have a strong passion for cooking and aspire to be a chef in local and international hotels? You should consider the Diploma in Culinary Arts as it provides a basic education in culinary skills.
Our Diploma in Culinary Arts provides sufficient culinary background required to enter the food service industry at entry-to-mid-level positions and to advance to variety of related positions. We’ve designed the modules of this programme in a way that you have practical and theoretical training in all areas of food production.
You will master Asian and European cooking methods, principles of design in food production, nutrition planning as well as management and leadership skills by the end of the programme.
Entry requirements
SPM / O-Level or equivalent with 3 credits
UEC with 3 credits
SKM Level 3
Certificate or equivalent
MQA-APEL T4
Programme structure and modules
Year 1
General Language Training
Introduction to Hospitality Tourism Industry
Food Nutrition, Hygiene and Sanitation
Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 1 (International students)
Malaysia Studies 2 (Local students)
Baking and Patisseries
Basic Cookery 1
Menu Planning and Development
Academic English
Growth Mindset / Bahasa Kebangsaan A*
Basic Cookery 2
Service Quality Management
Purchasing, Cost and Control
Entrepreneurship
Elective (Choose one of the following):
– Wine Management
– Print Production
Year 2
Introductory French
Culinary Cooking Techniques
Elective (Choose one of the following):
– Food & Its Culture
– Advertising Creativity
Fundamentals of Graphic Design
Food and Beverage Themes & Concepts
Culinary Artistry and Design
International and Asian Cuisine
Hospitality and Tourism Law
Human Resource Management
Co-curriculum Management
Industrial Revolution 4.0 in Malaysia
Culinary Project
Year 3
Internship
Financial Aid / Funding
PTPTN
EPF
HRDF
SEGi Monthly Installment
Low Initial Payment
Career opportunities
As graduates of culinary arts, you can start off from entry-to-mid-level positions in restaurants, hotels, catering, bakeries or even set up your own businesses.
Information on accreditation
Intakes & Orientation Dates
14/1/2025 20/5/2025 9/9/2025
13/1/2025 19/5/2025 8/9/2025
18/1/2025 24/5/2025 13/9/2025
18/1/2025 24/5/2025 13/9/2025
Craft Unforgettable Experiences
We take pride in our “industry into classroom” approach and our extensive network of partnerships with hoteliers worldwide. Our Hospitality students gain unique insights into what goes on behind the scenes in crafting memorable experiences, learning directly from industry experts.