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Diploma in Pastry and Bakery

UCSI University

Level

diploma

Duration

2 years 4 months

Location

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Entry Exams

MUET

Tuition Fee

RM 67,968 (International, approximate total)

Intake

January, May and September

Program Overview

Whether crafting artisanal breads in boutique bakeries, creating spectacular desserts in fine-dining restaurants, or developing signature pastries for international hotel chains, graduates of this programme will be prepared to shape the future of the pastry and bakery industry. This programme equips students to meet the growing global demand for skilled pastry professionals who can blend traditional craftsmanship with modern innovation.

In our state-of-the-art training facilities, students immerse themselves in a comprehensive curriculum that mirrors professional kitchen environments. Through hands-on training and expert guidance, they master essential skills, from recipe formulation and advanced baking techniques to decorating artistry and food presentation.

The programme goes beyond technical skills, incorporating crucial knowledge in baking science, food safety and business management. This holistic approach, combined with real-world experience through industry attachments, ensures graduates are fully equipped to excel in the dynamic and creative world of pastry and bakery arts.

Key Modules

  • 1Introduction to Tourism and Hospitality Industry
  • 2Fundamentals of Baking
  • 3Kursus Intergriti & Anti Rasuah (KIAR)
  • 4Hospitality and Tourism Communication
  • 5Fundamentals of Bread Product
  • 6Fundamentals of Cake Making
  • 7Sanitation, Safety and Hygiene
  • 8Basic Pastry Production
  • 9Industry Placement 1
  • 10Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban
  • 11Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2
  • 12Extra-curricular Learning Experience 1
  • 13Introduction to Foreign Language in the Hospitality Industry
  • 14(French Language)
  • 15Malaysian Pastries and Desserts
  • 16Fundamentals of Marketing
  • 17Torte and Gateau
  • 18Nutrition in Food Service Industry
  • 19Plated Desserts
  • 20Artisan Bread
  • 21Food and Beverage Cost Control
  • 22Entrepreneurship
  • 23Pastry Decorative Arts
  • 24Chocolate and Confectionery
  • 25The Arts of Food Styling
  • 26Pastry and Bakery Operation
  • 27Extra-curricular Learning Experience 2
  • 28Industry Placement 2
  • 29Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisations
  • 30Integrity and Anti-Corruption
  • 31For International students:
  • 32Communication in Bahasa Melayu 2

Entry Requirements

  • Pass SPM with a minimum of three (3) credits (Grade C).
  • Minimum of three (3) credits (Grade C).
  • Pass UEC with a minimum of three (3) credits (Grade B).
  • Culinary Arts related Certificate, SKM (MQF Level 3)
  • Pass Level 3 in a related course and SPM with at least one (1) credit.
  • Polytechnic Certificates
  • Other Qualifications Deemed Equivalent to SPM/O-Level by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency
  • Minimum overall average of 50%.
  • Academic Requirements
  • English Language Requirements
  • For Local Students
  • UEC English Language
  • 1119/O-Level/IGCSE
  • B1 (with at least 2 skills at B1)
  • O-Level or IGCSE or SPM English 1119
  • Cambridge English Qualification Test / Linguaskill
  • For International Students
  • Cambridge Linguaskill
  • Cambridge English Qualification Test
  • Certified Intensive English Programme (CIEP) by ELS

Career Prospects

  • Pastry chef
  • Assistant pastry chef
  • Chief baker
  • Assistant baker
  • Commis
  • Entrepreneur

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