Program Overview

Undergraduate Degree in Gastronomy and Culinary Arts

Overview

The Undergraduate Degree in Gastronomy and Culinary Arts is a comprehensive program that offers students a deep understanding of the culinary world, combining theoretical knowledge with practical skills. This degree is designed to provide students with a broad range of skills and knowledge, from the basics of cooking and food preparation to the management of culinary businesses and the understanding of the cultural and social contexts of food.

Program Details

• Total Credits: 240
• Places Offered: 75 places
• Credit Fee:
  • 17,34 (1st registration)
  • 34,55 (2nd registration)
  • 73,32 (3rd registration)
  • 97,76 (4th and further registrations)
• Teaching Modality: Classroom-based
• Language of Instruction: Spanish (with subjects offered in Valencian)
• Branch of Knowledge: Social and Legal Sciences
• Field of Study: Interdisciplinary
• Curriculum Published: BOE 16/02/2019, with an error correction published in BOE 23/02/2019
• Faculty Involved: Faculty of Science
• Name of the Undergraduate Coordinator: Arantzazu Valdés García

International Opportunities

The program offers an opportunity to earn an international dual undergraduate degree between the University of Alicante (UA) and the UNIVALI University - Universidade do Vale do Itajaí.

Admission and Career Options

Admission

The application period for access to the degree is typically from June 16 to July 4, with specific deadlines that may vary from year to year.

Objectives and Career Options

The Undergraduate Degree in Gastronomy and Culinary Arts aims to provide students with a comprehensive education that prepares them for a variety of careers in the culinary industry, including but not limited to:

• Chef or cook in restaurants, hotels, or other food service establishments
• Food critic or journalist
• Culinary educator or instructor
• Food blogger or social media influencer
• Restaurant or food service manager
• Food stylist or photographer
• Culinary event planner or coordinator

Quality Standards

The program adheres to high-quality standards, ensuring that graduates possess the necessary skills, knowledge, and competencies to succeed in their chosen careers. The curriculum is designed to meet the needs of the culinary industry, with a focus on practical application and real-world experience.

Curriculum

The curriculum for the Undergraduate Degree in Gastronomy and Culinary Arts is comprehensive and interdisciplinary, covering a wide range of topics related to gastronomy, culinary arts, and the food industry. The specific courses and subjects may include:

• Introduction to Gastronomy and Culinary Arts
• Cooking Techniques and Food Preparation
• Nutrition and Food Science
• Food Safety and Hygiene
• Restaurant and Food Service Management
• Culinary Business and Entrepreneurship
• Food Culture and History
• Sensory Evaluation and Food Criticism
• Culinary Arts and Creativity

Last Updated

The information provided is current as of 29/10/2025, and it is subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please refer to the official university sources.