Professional cookery Level 2
University of DerbyBuxton Campus, United Kingdom
Course overview
Take your culinary skills further – ideal for learners progressing from Level 1 or straight from school, ready to develop professional cookery expertise. Train in professional kitchens – hands-on learning in our state-of-the-art kitchens at Buxton with industry-standard equipment. Learn from industry experts – guidance from tutors with years of real-world experience in professional kitchens.
Master advanced cookery techniques – develop skills across stocks, sauces, meats, fish, poultry, desserts, breads, and special diets. Gain real-world experience – work placements with local employers across Derbyshire and Staffordshire to prepare for your career. Progress your career – complete Level 2 qualifications and prepare for Level 3 study, apprenticeships, or a professional chef role.
Key highlights
- Hands-on training in state-of-the-art kitchens at Buxton
- Industry-standard equipment used throughout practical learning
- Tutors with years of real-world professional kitchen experience
- Covers stocks, sauces, meats, fish, poultry, desserts, breads and special diets
- Work placements with local employers across Derbyshire and Staffordshire
- Prepares for Level 3 study, apprenticeships or professional chef roles
Entry requirements
Learn from industry experts – guidance from tutors with years of real-world experience in professional kitchens. Gain real-world experience – work placements with local employers across Derbyshire and Staffordshire to prepare for your career. Progress your career – complete Level 2 qualifications and prepare for Level 3 study, apprenticeships, or a professional chef role.
Culinary Trainee in Hotels or Resorts - gaining hands-on experience in a professional environment.
Scholarships
Full Payment Discount
If you pay your annual tuition fee in full ahead of enrolment, you will benefit from a £1,000 discount.
Up to £1,000Sports Scholarships - Individual and Team Sport Scholar
Up to £3,000 fee subsidy and support services.
Sports Scholarships - Performance Team Sports Scholar
Up to £3,000 fee subsidy and support services.
Talented Athlete Award
Please contact the provider.
Vice-Chancellor's Scholarships
Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarships - £2,000
Up to £2,000
Careers this course leads to
- Commis chef
- Professional chef
- Culinary trainee in hotels or resorts
- Kitchen assistant
- Apprentice chef
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Derby, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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