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École Ducasse

Since its foundation in 1999, École Ducasse has become an internationally renowned exponent of teaching culinary and pastry arts, driven by the vision and energy of the iconic Chef Alain Ducasse.

Now part of Sommet Education, the world-leading hospitality management education group, we are delighted to bring our French savoir-faire and knowledge in culinary and pastry arts to a wider audience.

École Ducasse ISH Gurugram Campus

At Indian School of Hospitality in Gurugram, the country’s first École Ducasse campus, you will receive a world-class education that allows you to pursue a thriving career in culinary and pastry arts.

With our campus serving as India’s international hub of learning, we offer articulation pathways to École Ducasse campuses in France, offering you the opportunity to experience an education that’s truly global.

Culinary Arts Diploma

duration:

12 months
3 months at École Ducasse
ISH Gurugram
+ 4.5 months at École Ducasse Paris

specialization:

Culinary arts

Including internship:

4.5 month

instruction language:

English

Where taught:

École Ducasse ISH Gurugram
École Ducasse Paris


overview

Discover the fundamentals of international cuisine during this highly immersive practical program. Train your senses, as we guide you through an incredible range of tastes and flavours.

Learn how to nurture an entrepreneurial spirit and acquire the skills needed to accelerate your career. Understand how to source the perfect products, prepare and cook them in the best ways possible. With demonstrations by renowned chefs and experts, you will apply traditional and modern techniques and discover the secrets to classic dishes from around the world.


program structure

Foundation Modules at ISH

  • Introduction to Culinary Operations
  • Fundamental Culinary Techniques
  • Basics of Indian Cuisine
  • Food Safety & HACCP
  • Restaurant/Culinary Immersion
  • Applied Mathematics and Software Tools
  • Internship

Culinary Specialisation

Culinary Arts Diploma (RNCP certification “Chef de partie specialized in gastronomic restaurant” + Ducasse certification)

  • Restaurant Immersion
  • Final evaluation
  • Management of business unit
  • Internship needed for certification (13 weeks)
  • Extra Internship (1 week)
  • Culinary Arts Fundamentals
  • Bistronomy & traditional cuisine
  • Contemporary cuisine
  • Mediterranean cuisine
  • Natural & healthy cuisine
  • Pastry Arts Fundamentals

Career Opportunities

The diploma allows students to pursue a diverse range of careers and excel in the segment of their choice. Some popular avenues for culinary arts graduates are:

  • - Professional chef
  • - Culinary entrepreneur
  • - Food nutritionist
  • - Food stylist
  • - Restaurant manager
  • - F&B manager
  • - Events and catering manager
  • - Product development manager
  • - Culinary consultant
  • - Research and Development (R&D) chef

Admission Requirement

The minimum eligibility to apply to École Ducasse India for diploma programs is as follows:

  • - Students should be at least 18 years old
  • - Students should have completed high school or graduation in any stream
  • - IELTS 5.5 / TOEFL 46-59 / WPLN Level 5 or at least 75% in English in XIIth standard exams

For more information on Admission requirements please contact us on +91 77108 45555 or email us at [email protected]


intake dates and fees

Next intakes

March 2023
September 2023

Foundation Modules at École Ducasse ISH Gurugram Campus
INR 2,95,000

Culinary Arts Diploma at École Ducasse Paris
EUR 22,050

For more information on Admission requirements please contact us on +91 77108 45555 or email us at [email protected]

French Pastry Arts Diploma

duration:

12 months
3 months at École Ducasse
ISH Gurugram
+ 4.5 months at École Nationale
Supérieure de Pâtisserie (ENSP)

specialization:

Pastry arts

Including internship:

4.5 month

instruction language:

English

Where taught:

École Ducasse ISH Gurugram
École Nationale Supérieure
de Pâtisserie (ENSP)


overview

A course designed for those who are passionate about French pastry arts and trendy desserts. Guided by experts, you will be taken on a sweet journey to discover unique textures, flavors and techniques, as well as the secrets of French pastry.

With applied theory spread throughout the program, you will acquire the skills to prepare and showcase your pastries.

This diploma program also offers an option to articulate to École Ducasse Paris, allowing you to experience an education that’s truly global.


program structure

Foundation Modules at ISH

  • Introduction to Bakery Operations
  • Fundamental Bakery Techniques
  • Basic Cakes
  • Fundamentals of Patisserie
  • Food Safety & HACCP
  • Restaurant Immersion
  • Applied Mathematics and Software Tools
  • Internship

Pastry Specialisation

French Pastry Arts Diploma (at École Nationale Supérieure de Pâtisserie (ENSP) - Ducasse certification)

  • French Pastry Arts Fundamentals
  • Chocolate & confectionery
  • Ice cream
  • Bread & viennoiseries
  • Plated desserts
  • Entremets
  • Healthy desserts
  • Petit fours & Travel cakes
  • Croquembouche & buffet
  • Food science
  • Food photography
  • French class
  • Internship needed (8 weeks)
  • Extra Internship (1+ 1/2 months)

Career Opportunities

The diploma allows students to pursue a diverse range of careers and excel in a specialisation of their choice. The career landscape for diploma graduates includes:

  • - Pastry chef
  • - Pastry design and decoration
  • - Chocolate making and confectionary
  • - Food research and development
  • - Photography and journalism
  • - Catering and events
  • - Culinary Entrepreneurhip

Admission Requirement

The minimum eligibility to apply to École Ducasse India for diploma programs is as follows:

  • - Students should be at least 18 years old
  • - Students should have completed high school or graduation in any stream
  • - IELTS 5.5 / TOEFL 46-59 / WPLN Level 5 or at least 75% in English in XIIth standard exams

For more information on Admission requirements please contact us on +91 77108 45555 or email us at [email protected]


intake dates and fees

Next intakes

March 2023
September 2023

Foundation Modules at École Ducasse ISH Gurugram Campus
INR 2,95,000

French Pastry Arts Diploma at École Nationale Supérieure de Pâtisserie
EUR 15,974

For more information on Admission requirements please contact us on +91 77108 45555 or email us at [email protected]

MULTI-MICHELIN STARRED CHEF ALAIN DUCASSE INAUGURATES OUR CAMPUS

We were honored to have Chef Ducasse inaugurate the ISH Gurugram campus on his first visit to India. Watch the winner of 21 Michelin Stars talk about his vision for the future, his decision to open a campus in South Asia and the partnership with Indian School of Hospitality.

SCHOLARSHIPS &
FINANCIAL AID

Flourish
At ISH, we believe that everyone should have access to quality education, regardless of their financial circumstances. That’s why we’ve created Flourish, a scholarship fund for deserving students in need. Visit our website to know more about our financial fund and find out how you can benefit from Flourish.


Financial Assistance
To any student looking for financial assistance, our partnership with IDFC First Bank enables our students to explore options for student education loans.


Study Now, Pay Later
Students who don’t receive full scholarships under Flourish can take advantage of the study now, pay later policy under the Student Support Agreement. They can enrol and complete their course and pay their fees on a monthly basis once they get employed and start earning.


Work-term Programme
Students have the opportunity to study at ISH while working and earning on campus. To benefit from the initiative, they must complete at least 20 hours per week. While senior students could opt for working in the academics department, both juniors and seniors could contribute to operational and support services too.

A GLOBAL
EDUCATION AWAITS YOU

Begin your education in India. Continue in Paris. Earn a degree from École Ducasse.

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