AU429 · Level 6 · 2 years

Culinary Arts Professional Chef Programme

Atlantic Technological University - Galway / Mayo · Connacht

2026 Round 1 points

182

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About this course

This is a Level 6 course that trains you to work as a chef in a professional kitchen. It mixes theory lectures, masterclasses, guest speakers and field trips.

How long
2 years
What you study
You learn about cuisines from around the world and use food produce grown in Ireland, with a focus on seasonality and sustainability. First-year subjects include pastry, baking and desserts, culinary skills and service, sustainable food practices, food science and nutrition, and business basics. You also pick a language and study spirits and mixology.
Placement and abroad
There is a 12 week work experience placement between Year 1 and Year 2.
Where it can lead
Graduates work in restaurants, hotels and industrial catering in Ireland and abroad, or can progress to Year 3 of related courses.
Who it suits
Suits students who love cooking, enjoy hands-on kitchen work and want to start a career as a chef.

Summary written by FindMyCollegeCourse.ie from the college's own course information. Check the college website for full details.

About Personal services

Covers hospitality, event management, and sports leisure

Gaining knowledge and skills related to hospitality, travel, leisure, and various personal care services. This field focuses on customer service, business management, event planning, and the cultural aspects of tourism. E.g. Hospitality Management, Event Management, Culinary Arts, Sports and Leisure.

Points history

2023190202421620251882026182

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026182Published after the final round
2025 188171311
2024 216218388
2023 190190331

Round 1 is the points needed for a first-round offer. Final is the lowest points offered a place after all rounds. Middle student is the points of the student in the middle of everyone who got a place. * means not everyone on those points got a place (random selection). Source: CAO points lists.

Subject requirements

  • English or Irish: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6 or Foundation F2
  • Mathematics: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6 or Foundation F2

These are the course's own subject requirements. You also need to meet the college's general minimum entry requirements.

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