Culinary Arts | Diploma | LaSalle College Vancouver

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Overview

Food isn't just what you eat. Food is self-expression and creativity. Culinary tastes evolve, cultural barriers dissipate, restaurant-goers become more discerning. Make your unique mark on the ever-interesting culinary industry. Add some flavour to your future with LaSalle College Vancouver's Diploma of Culinary Arts.

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Duration

12 months (4 quarters, 1001 hours)

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Schedule

Full-time, Daytime

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Teaching language

English

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Mode of Delivery

On-campus

Next session starts January 5, 2026

Admission criteriaTuition and financial aid

About the Program

Explore globally- and locally-diverse ways of cooking. Get culinary training focused on sustainability, food security, and authenticity. Gain real-world experience and practical kitchen and restaurant management experience. Get ready to turn the heat up on your culinary career.

This program/course is not eligible for the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP). Click here for more information about PGWP and to see our eligible courses.

Opportunities

Cutting-edge facilities & equipment

Get hands-on, personalized education in industry-grade, state-of the-art kitchen labs.

Admissions Criteria

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Domestic applicants generally require:
Proof of secondary school graduation or equivalent

Copy of government-issued photo ID
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International applicants generally require:
Proof of secondary school graduation (with official English translations)

Copy of a valid Passport

Proof of English proficiency

Academic Dates

Start date	Language	Schedule	Location
Jan 5, 2026	English	Full-time - Daytime	Vancouver	Apply now
Apr 6, 2026	English	Full-time - Daytime	Vancouver	Apply now
Oct 5, 2026	English	Full-time - Daytime	Vancouver	Apply now
Jan 4, 2027	English	Full-time - Daytime	Vancouver	Apply now
Apr 5, 2027	English	Full-time - Daytime	Vancouver	Apply now
Oct 4, 2027	English	Full-time - Daytime	Vancouver	Apply now

List of Courses

QUARTER 1

Foundations of Culinary Level 1 Techniques and Trade Calculations
Sustainability and Dimensions of the Hospitality Industry
Employee Health and Workplace Safety

QUARTER 2

Foundations of Culinary Level 2 Regional Ingredients and Techniques of Fabrication
Cultural and International Cuisine
Nutrition
Sustainable Purchasing and Controlling Costs

QUARTER 3

Production and Line Cooking Fundamentals
Ferments, Cultures and Preserves
Menu Development and Design

QUARTER 4

A la Carte Service
Food and Beverage Operations
Practicum

*Actual course order subject to change

Tuition & Aid

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Add up your available education-cost resources,
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So that you can get money matters out of the way and focus on your dream career!

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Your Dream Future, Within Reach

Budget Friendly. Future Ready.

Get a quality education that’s both budget-friendly and future-ready—so you can
jumpstart the creative career of your dreams, without compromise.

How to Apply

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Inspiring stories

Empower your ambition with our students' success stories. Unlock a career that lives up to your aspirations.

Our learners and graduates have successful journeys! Get inspired and learn how their academic paths have enabled them to thrive in their dream fields.

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Global Gastronomy: Discovering a world of flavours at LaSalle College Vancouver

My culinary inspiration springs from the joy of bringing friends together, merging creativity with the art of hosting.

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