Since the Academy’s founding, the original professional programme “Complete Culinary Arts” has been developed through the joint work and research of Ars Gusto’s managing company, Media House, the Academy’s leadership and French specialists. It brings together the following subjects and culinary areas: international culinary techniques and technologies, world culinary history and Georgian gastronomic heritage, pastry and bakery arts, Asian, Italian and French culinary engineering, restaurant management and culinary marketing. Applicants can choose a 12-month, 9-month, 6-month or 3-month format according to their goals and experience.
| Format | Levels | Credits | Tuition for Georgian Citizens | Tuition for Foreign Citizens |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-year professional course | 4 | 45/48 | USD 2,750 equivalent in GEL | USD 3,350 equivalent in GEL |
| 9-month professional course | 3 | 34/36 | USD 2,350 equivalent in GEL | USD 2,850 equivalent in GEL |
| 6-month amateur course | 2 | 24 | USD 2,000 equivalent in GEL | USD 2,500 equivalent in GEL |
| 3-month amateur course | 1 | 12 | USD 1,700 equivalent in GEL | USD 2,000 equivalent in GEL |
Tuition is set as a US-dollar equivalent in Georgian lari, and payment is made in lari at the exchange rate set by the National Bank of Georgia on the date the agreement is signed. The tuition instalment schedule and final payment terms are confirmed during the admissions process.
The programme combines artisanal and modern bakery techniques and technologies with the core modules of pastry arts, including chocolate tempering, creams, sponge cakes, tarts, French pastry, marzipan, classic, illusion and individual desserts. Students study in depth the preparation of shortcrust, choux, laminated and yeasted doughs, Georgian filled pastries, baking techniques and traditions, and professional product assembly and presentation.
The Academy offers working professionals opportunities to deepen their knowledge. The training includes refining techniques and technologies, product development, becoming familiar with modern gastronomic approaches and practical work. The relevant level and format are selected according to the applicant’s experience and learning goal.
The programme introduces young people to the fundamentals of culinary arts through age-appropriate practical activities. The training focuses on working safely in the kitchen, getting to know flavours and ingredients, creative thinking and teamwork.
The one-month intensive course brings together more than 81 of the world’s most popular dishes and desserts.
Choosing a programme depends on your goal, experience and preferred learning format:
For detailed information about the Academy and to register, visit the Ars Gusto website — arsgusto.ge. You can also explore the programmes and admissions and registration requirements.
