This course aims to provide you with knowledge and understanding of pâtisserie and confectionery. The course will give you the opportunity to practice developing the specialist skills required to work in a bakery or a pâtisserie. It is also ideal for professional chefs who wish to develop their pastry skills.
You'll get hands-on experience working in the college’s TASTE Restaurant, which is open to the public for lunchtime service and special theme night dinners throughout the year offers.
You will need:
- Functional Skills in English and maths at Entry Level 3
At enrolment, you will have an interview with our course tutors to ensure the course is right for you. You may also need to complete an initial assessment in English and maths, depending on your grades.
Your assessments are designed to match what you’ve learned. All your work will be marked by your tutors, giving you a chance to show off your skills in real-world situations.
You’ll be graded on a scale of Distinction, Merit, Pass, or Unclassified. This grading system helps you see how well you’re doing and where you can improve.
You’ll build a portfolio of your coursework, showcasing your progress throughout the course. Plus, you’ll get hands-on experience through practical assignments and receive feedback from your tutors. Some mandatory units may be assessed by external exams.
After completing this course, you'll be well-prepared for further study or employment in the industry, such as a Level 3 course, which can lead to university-level study.
Units covered can include:
- Hot and cold desserts
- Sponges and biscuits
- Pastes (pastry)
- Bread & dough
Adult Students (19+)
If you will be aged 19 or older on 31 August before your course starts, are resident in London, and have the legal right to stay in the UK for at least 12 months, you may be eligible to study for free, depending on your circumstances and chosen course. For more information, please click here.
You may also be eligible for financial help to support with books, travel, course materials and childcare costs â please click here.
Course Fee: £1008
You may be eligible for financial help to support with books, travel, course materials and childcare costs â please click here for more information.
