PASSION for FOOD,
CAREER for LIFE

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Study at Culinary Arts Academy, the #1 culinary school in Switzerland

At Culinary Arts Academy Switzerland, you will benefit from a world-class education that blends international culinary mastery with business practicality and hospitality expertise. This integrated education, taught in top-of-the-industry professional kitchens and spaces uniquely tailored for every stage of culinary development, will equip you with all the skills you need to become a culinary master.

OUR PROGRAMS

A program for all tastes.

  • Programs taught in English

  • Small classes with one-on-one teaching

  • State-of-the-art facilities for immediate hands-on application

Bachelor's Degree in Culinary Arts

Bachelor of Arts

Bachelor's Degree in Culinary Arts

This exciting Bachelor of Arts program equips you with the technical skills you need to be a top chef and the entrepreneurial know-how you need to launch your own business. Choose between specialized pathways in culinary arts or pastry & chocolate arts. In partnership with the University of Derby, UK. Three years total program duration including two internships.

3 years

Full time

2 internships

Master of Arts in Culinary Business Management

Master of Arts

Master of Arts in Culinary Business Management

Geared towards career changers, food and beverage entrepreneurs and culinary enthusiasts, this master’s degree will give you the relevant managerial skills you need to launch your own culinary business. The practical modules of this program are perfect if you want to launch into the world of culinary arts, and will provide you with the hands-on experience you need. One year total program duration including one internship.

1 year

Full time

1 internship

Swiss Certificate in Vegetarian & Plant Based Culinary Arts

Swiss Certificate in Vegetarian & Plant Based Culinary Arts

Swiss Certificate in Vegetarian & Plant Based Culinary Arts

Designed for culinary students and industry professionals to add plant-based cuisine to their culinary repertoire and meet the rising demand for plant-based excellence. This 11-week intensive program covers the nutrition, philosophy, and artistry of creating exquisite plant-based dishes, emphasizing presentation, sustainability, and zero waste. Prepare to impress vegetarian and vegan customers as you harvest new flavors.

11 weeks

Full time

Swiss Diploma in Culinary Arts

Diploma program culinary

Swiss Diploma in Culinary Arts

The Swiss Diploma in Culinary Arts is tailored specifically for food enthusiast, aspiring culinary experts and entrepreneurs or professionals eager to explore Swiss and European Gastronomy. Participants will gain an in-depth understanding of Swiss and European culinary arts, master fundamental cooking techniques, and learn to prepare traditional and contemporary dishes with precision and finesse. One year total program duration including one internship.

1 year

Full time

1 internship

Swiss Diploma in Pastry Arts

Disploma program pastry

Swiss Diploma in Pastry Arts

The Swiss Diploma in Pastry Arts is tailored specifically for pastry and chocolate enthusiast, aspiring pastry experts and entrepreneurs or professionals eager to explore Swiss and European confectionary. Participants will gain an in-depth understanding of Swiss and European pastry and chocolate arts, master fundamental dessert techniques, and learn to prepare traditional and contemporary desserts with precision and finesse. One year total program duration including one internship.

1 year

Full time

1 internship

Not sure which program is best for you?

Tuition & Fees

International Recruitment Forum

Real-world experience, lifelong connections

Students benefit from the International Recruitment Forum (IRF) launched in 2008 by Swiss Education Group. IRF is an exclusive career event that takes place twice a year. It connects students of our schools with over 100 recruiters from a cross-section of industries, including hotel groups, independent properties, catering and events companies, retail, banking, as well as airlines and cruise lines from around the world.

OUR CAMPUSES

Study in an exceptional setting: our campuses at the foot of the Swiss Alps

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Le Bouveret

This French-speaking Swiss village sits on the beautiful shore of Lake Geneva near the border of France, near Evian. It offers an elegant lifestyle and many cultural destinations nearby. The campus also is home to Apicius–a state-of-the-art facility where, as a Culinary student, you will prepare and serve gastronomic meals to students and staff. Le Bouveret offers a lovely blend of Swiss and French culture, and activities ranging from active and alpine to culture and gastronomy.

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Brig

Nestled in the Valais region at the foot of the Alps, this German-speaking town is at the border of Italy. Brig is also where you will find Restaurant Alpina, our 100-seat, student-run restaurant, where you will plan and operate your menu for the season. Brig offers a relaxed lifestyle and a host of alpine activities to keep you busy. From enjoying the convergence point of Italian and Swiss culture to exploring the famous Matterhorn and alpine villages, Brig can't be beat.

CAAS ALUMNI

Testimonials

“There is a lot more than just cooking or baking that goes into a functioning restaurant or hotel kitchen, and in my experience, this is where the Culinary Arts Academy excels.”

hannah

Hannah Corado

Pastry chef de partie

Hotel Adler,
Germany

“The international network I now have is what I am most grateful for from this experience. I now have friends and colleagues spread across the world!”

hannah

Alia Benamour

Pastry chef de partie

Hotel Adler,
Germany

“I always had an interest in European cuisines, so it was another reason to study in Switzerland. Learning directly from European chefs gave me the knowledge and confidence to specialize in European style food.”

Chef Siddharth

Chef Siddharth Chogle

Food Consultant

RT Hospitality Services,
India

“Going to Switzerland to attend CAAS was the first time I was away from my family. But when I arrived there, it felt like home.”

Chef Kimani

Kimani Kiarie

Five Senses Restaurant Nairobi
Kenya

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