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Diploma in Culinary Arts

MQA/FA5204

List of Programs in Faculty of Tourism and Hospitality

Level of Study Diploma
Mode of Study Full Time
Duration 2.5 Years (Fulltime)
Graduating Credit 90
Course Location i-CATS University College, Jalan Stampin Timur, 93350 Kuching, Sarawak
Intakes January, March, and August
Fees Programme RM 25,000

Introduction

The Culinary Arts programme at i-CATS University College seeks to combine excellence in academic and technical training with service to society. The goal of our academic programme in culinary arts is to provide students with a balance of intellectual and practical experiences that enable them to address a variety of societal needs. The objective of our Diploma in Culinary Arts (DCA) is to produce a competent workforce in the field of culinary and hospitality with a balance of excellent knowledge in both the theoretical and practical aspects. This is to ensure the adaptability of our graduates in fulfilling the ever demanding needs of the industries and society

 

Career Opportunities

Our Diploma programme prepared students for admission into the workforce as Hotel and Restaurant Cook and Supervisors as well as R&D Executive in Food and Beverage field. It is also aimed at equipping individuals with fundamental culinary background for the purpose of pursuing undergraduate study in culinary, hospitality or other related disciplines.

 

Entry Requirements

  • Pass Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) with a minimum of 3 credits or its equivalent; OR
  • Pass Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) with a minimum of 1 credit and Skill Certificate at Level 3 (Sijil Kemahiran Malaysia, SKM) AND (for this entry, bridging programme will be offered together with the ongoing curriculum within their studies for 2 semesters; OR
  • A recognised Certificate in a related field; OR
  • Any other equivalent qualifications

 

For International students, Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score of 500 or International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Band of 5.0 or equivalent

PLO1 Knowledge & Understanding Apply knowledge to meet the requirements of the hospitality industry.
PLO2 Cognitive skill/Problem solving Apply and construct creative, innovative, and effective solution to interdisciplinary issues.
PLO3 Practical-work skills, specialized, technical/organizational skills Execute and demonstrate comprehensive practical skills in hospitality related field.
PLO4 Interpersonal Skills (teamwork, communicate with outsiders) Assume responsibility to function in teams or individually in interdisciplinary issues.
PLO5 Communication Skills Communicate effectively in both written and spoken form with other professionals and the community.
PLO6 Digital skills Demonstrate the ability to utilize digital technology from multiple sources to be applied in multidisciplinary practices.
PLO7 Numeracy skills Apply qualitative and numerical skills to analyze the hospitality business environment.
PLO8 Leadership & team skills Show dexterity in performing related task through leadership and teamwork practices across disciplinary settings.
PLO9 Personal skills. Life-long-Learning, value, self-development Imitate through practice in engaging lifelong learning and professional development in multidisciplinary field.
PLO10 Entrepreneurial skills Expressing innovative ideas, mindset, and drive in displaying entrepreneurial competency in multidisciplinary field.
PLO11 Ethics & Professionalism Behave according to professional ethics, responsibilities, and norms of multidisciplinary practices.
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