NZ Diploma in Cookery (Advanced) Level 5 – Cookery strand
Do you want to become a Professional Chef? The NZ Diploma in Cookery (Advanced) – Cookery Strand – [Level 5] is a step up to an advanced level of Cookery, which includes modern techniques and methods with diverse projects in global and local cuisines. Employment can follow in fine dining restaurants, cafes and in specialized food production industries.
The pathway for cookery and professional chef training at EIT is a full-time two year journey which offers you stimulating studies and provides the opportunity to begin a career in the hospitality industry.
Campus Information
Hawke’s Bay
501 Gloucester Street Taradale, Napier 4112
Intakes
- Feb
Application Processing Time in Days: 20
Application Process
Minimum English Language Requirements
English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
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Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Career Preparation
Make the most of your studies and talk to our careers counsellor. We can help with your career preparation, helping you to explore different career opportunities and choosing the right study options for you!
The following services are offered to all current and graduate students of EIT.
- Career Planning
- Career Preparation
- Course Advice
- CV & Cover Letter
- Job Search Strategies
- Interview Preparation
- Job Vacancies
Career planning and course advice is offered to prospective students and members of the public who are considering their future study and employment options. The Career Centre is located in the Information Centre ( J Block) which is situated at the front of the Taradale campus. To help you get started in understanding career opportunities an excellent resource is Career Services rapuara, this has extensive information relating to 700+ careers including entry requirements, personal profiles, market information plus tools to assist in identifying career opportunities that reflect your interests and skills.
PSW Opportunity
- During study, all students on a student visa can work up to 20 hours per week during semester and full time during vacations.
- After completing Level 7 Bachelor’s Degree or Higher Qualification, a student will get a three years open post-study work visa.
- After completing Level 8 Post Graduate courses of 1 year, students get 1 year PSW.
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
ACADEMIC ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Applicants entering at Level 5 need to have demonstrated equivalent cookery knowledge or skills as attained via the NZ Certificated in Cookery (Level 4) or National Certificate in Hospitality (Level 4). Demonstrations of knowledge and skills can be either through study at EIT or another institution, or practical work in the hospitality or similar industry that includes a focus on professionalism.
Basic computer skills are required.
Please note: The learning activities for all qualifications require students to cook with and consume all types of meat – applicants who are vegetarian should speak directly with international staff (international@eit.ac.nz) before completing the application process. Course duration and final programme structure subject to change.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
All applicants must demonstrate an acceptable level of English Language fluency prior to acceptance in the programme. English Language fluency can be verified by achievement of one of the following within the last two years:
- New Zealand Certificate in English Language Level 4 (Academic)
- IELTS (Academic) score of 5.5 with speaking and listening bands no lower than 5.5, and reading and writing bands no lower than 5.0
- PTE (Academic) score of 42 with no band score lower than 36
- International equivalents to IELTS accepted by NZQA or successful study of a programme in which English was the language of instruction (conditions apply)
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Under Graduate Diploma or Certificate
- Duration: 01 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
18500 NZD
Annual Cost of Living: 20000 NZD
Application Fee: N/A
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