Patisserie & Confection L3 (Part time)

Start Date
Level
3
Course Course
P00159
Area
Catering & Hospitality
Campus
City Campus

About this Course

The catering section at The Sheffield College has an exceptional reputation at both national and international levels. The section is known for delivering excellent training in outstanding industry kitchens that are equipped with an enviable range of cutting-edge equipment. Our patisserie course not only involves a qualification from City and Guilds, but a whole range of experiences from industry expert masterclasses with guest chefs to catering competitions. Students also could be involved in external activities such as Skills for Chefs and commissions for desserts and chocolate work.

Key Units

The course contains a number of key units of study which include:

  • Fermented doughs
  • Petit fours
  • Paste products
  • Hot and cold desserts
  • Display pieces and decorative items
  • Chocolate and sugar work

Very broadly, the course will cover decorated gateaux and tortens, specialist doughs, petit fours, sugar work, chocolate work and confectionery items, modern concept plated desserts, modern gelatine sweets, speciality pastes and pastillage.

Entry Requirements

The entry requirements required for the course are a Level 2 qualification in Professional Cookery or significant experience in the catering industry. Mature students who do not have the entry requirements should contact the Course Leader for Patisserie and Confectionery. Please contact admissions@sheffcol.ac.uk if you have any questions.

Assessment

You will produce a portfolio of evidence that shows your competency and you will be assessed by the following methods:

  • Coursework
  • Timed practical assessments
  • Short answer questions

Where does this Lead

Pathways tend to be continuing or progressing further in employment, or a career change into hospitality.

Once you have finished this course you could progress to the FdSc in Bakery, Confectionery and Patisserie Science.

Some of our former students have gone on to open their own business as a career change, whilst others have used the course to develop their skills, gaining promotions within the industry.

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Financial Assistance
Students who are aged 24+ may be eligible to apply for a Student Loan.

Extra Costs

You will be required to purchase a uniform, equipment and appropriate work safe shoes.

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