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Patisserie and Confectionary Diploma Level 3

at West Suffolk College, Bury St. Edmunds · college

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma1 yearFull time

What the college says

Have you already completed a Level 2 in a related field or are employed as a chef and want to further develop your patisserie and confectionary skills? This is the course for you. During this one-year course you will cover advanced skills and techniques in producing pastry products, for example centrepiece decorative products or chocolate pieces to an advanced level.You will study both theoretical and practical lessons, with valuable experience training in our purpose-built kitchens and upmarket restaurant, Edmunds, where you will put your technical skills to the test producing high end confectionary and desserts for a range of guests and members of the public.

What you need to get on

A full level 2 in either professional Cookery or relevant vocational experience within pastry and confectionery, Food Safety Level 2. Candidates will need to have a minimum of grade 4 GCSE English and Maths or be willing to complete along side this qualification.

How you are assessed

One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • West Suffolk College

    Out Risbygate, BURY ST EDMUNDS, IP33 3RL

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · BURY ST EDMUNDS

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