Professional Culinary Arts Level 2
at Activate Learning, Oxford · other provider
What the college says
Whether you want to work in a professional kitchen or become a world-famous food blogger, critic, or stylist, you’ll be encouraged to interpret traditional cooking techniques and apply them to your own work. A successful journey through this industry is powered by a strong sense of curiosity, a desire to learn, and receiving relevant, authentic, motivating instruction that sparks the imagination. This is aligned with the Activate Learning Philosophy, which is rooted in an understanding of how the brain, motivation, and emotions work together to encourage learning. In each programme, you will use a more experimental and scientific approach in order to develop your cooking skills and senses. Continue on this journey of culinary exploration and discover methods of applying the principles of food science and cooking to new routes and possibilities. We add experiences and opportunities to help you get ahead in your career, including: work alongside experienced chefs on live projects, the opportunity to compete in regional and national food competitions, catering for big events, including awards dinners and functions, .. For further information please visit the Actiate Learning Website at https://www.activatelearning.ac.uk
What you need to get on
You need to have Professional Culinary Arts Level 1 or a relevant alternative qualification.. For further information please visit the Actiate Learning Website at https://www.activatelearning.ac.uk
How you are assessed
Entry level and Level 1 study, English and maths retakes, and supported programmes.
What this level means
The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.
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
Reading College
Kings Road, Reading, RG1 4HJ
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Reading
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