As the global food, hospitality, and tourism industries continue to evolve, students are increasingly looking for degree programs that combine practical experience with internationally recognized academic qualifications. They want more than traditional university education, they want career-ready skills, global opportunities, and industry connections.
To meet this demand, HRC Culinary Academy, in partnership with the University of Food Technologies (UFT), Plovdiv, is proud to introduce the Bachelor's Degree in Food and Culinary Management - an innovative four-year program taught entirely in English.
Designed specifically for the next generation of culinary professionals and hospitality leaders, this bachelor's degree offers a unique blend of culinary arts, food science, business management, entrepreneurship, and real-world industry experience.
The program combines the practical excellence of HRC Culinary Academy with the academic expertise of the University of Food Technologies.
Since 2008, HRC Culinary Academy has trained aspiring chefs and hospitality professionals from more than 40 countries. This year, HRC Culinary Academy was nominated for Europe's Best Culinary Training Institution at the prestigious World Culinary Awards, alongside some of the world's most respected culinary schools.
The University of Food Technologies in Plovdiv is Bulgaria's leading institution specializing in food science, food technology, nutrition, hospitality, and innovation. Its academic strength and close collaboration with the food industry ensure graduates receive a modern education aligned with current market needs.
Together, these institutions have created a bachelor's program that bridges culinary creativity, scientific knowledge, and business leadership.
Unlike many university programs that focus primarily on theory, this degree places practical training at the heart of the student experience.
During the first two years, students study at HRC Culinary Academy in Sofia, where they develop professional culinary techniques while gaining essential knowledge in hospitality operations and management. Training takes place in fully equipped professional kitchens, bakery laboratories, and modern learning facilities that reflect today's hospitality industry.
The final two years are completed at the University of Food Technologies in Plovdiv, where students expand their expertise in food technology, innovation, sustainability, quality management, tourism, entrepreneurship, and strategic business management.
This carefully structured progression ensures graduates understand every aspect of the food industry, from food production and culinary excellence to business operations and innovation.
A key advantage of the Bachelor's Degree in Food and Culinary Management is the opportunity for students to complete two paid internships during their studies.
These internships provide valuable real-world experience in professional kitchens, hospitality businesses, and food industry environments, allowing students to apply their knowledge and to develop confidence. This exposure allows them to build valuable industry networks while developing practical skills in real working environments.
For students seeking employment after graduation, these connections provide a significant competitive advantage.
Students begin their studies at HRC Culinary Academy's purpose-built 2,500 m² training campus in Sofia.
The facilities include professional kitchen laboratories, a bakery kitchen, a chocolate atelier, a 100-seat culinary demonstration theatre, modern classrooms, a specialized culinary library, and industry-standard equipment.
Learning in a professional environment enables students to graduate with confidence and workplace-ready skills.
The Bachelor's Degree in Food and Culinary Management offers education agents a unique opportunity to represent a distinctive, career-focused program in one of the world's most dynamic industries.
By recommending this program, agents can offer students:
For ambitious students who want more than a traditional degree, this program provides the knowledge, experience, and global perspective needed to succeed.
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Applications are now open for the September 2026 intake.
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