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The Gastronomy Technical Superior program is designed to produce highly skilled professionals in the art and science of culinary arts. Through a blend of practical and theoretical learning, graduates will be well-equipped to excel in the dynamic food industry. Our curriculum provides a solid foundation in culinary techniques, food service management, and national and international culinary cultures.
Program Objectives
Our primary goal is to train skilled gastronomy technicians capable of planning, organizing, and executing high-quality culinary processes. Graduates will be equipped to innovate, manage, and lead gastronomic projects that meet market demands while respecting the cultural and culinary traditions of Sucre and Bolivia.
Curriculum
Our three-year program offers a comprehensive curriculum that balances theory with practical experience. Students begin with fundamental culinary skills such as cutting, cooking, and food handling. As they progress, they specialize in areas like international cuisine, pastry, bakery, and food and beverage management. In addition to technical skills, students develop essential soft skills like teamwork, problem-solving, and time management.
Facilities and Resources
Our students have access to state-of-the-art professional kitchens, providing a realistic learning environment.
Internships and Placements
In their final year, students undertake internships in restaurants, hotels, and other food service establishments. These experiences allow them to apply their knowledge, gain real-world experience, and build valuable industry connections.
Graduate Profile
Upon graduation, our students will possess a wide range of skills, including:
Culinary Techniques: Mastery of key cooking and baking techniques, with the ability to innovate and adapt recipes.
Food and Beverage Management: Skills in managing food service operations, including menu planning, cost control, and quality assurance.
Cultural Knowledge: A deep understanding of local and international food cultures, enabling them to appreciate and promote diverse cuisines.
Entrepreneurship: The ability to start and manage their own food businesses.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of our program can pursue careers in restaurants, hotels, catering services, culinary consulting, and culinary education. They can also become entrepreneurs, taking advantage of the growing global food industry.
Innovation and Sustainability
Our program emphasizes innovation and sustainable practices. Students learn about emerging trends like molecular gastronomy, health-conscious cuisine, and the use of local and organic ingredients. We promote a holistic approach to food, from sourcing to minimizing waste.
Faculty
Our faculty consists of highly qualified professionals with extensive experience in the food industry and education. They are passionate about gastronomy and committed to providing our students with a world-class education.
Community Engagement
We foster strong ties with the local community through projects that promote regional cuisine and support local producers.
Continuous Improvement
Our program is continuously updated to reflect industry trends and advancements in culinary arts.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Hospitality and Leisure Management
Degree
BA
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Gastronomy Technical Superior
The Gastronomy Technical Superior program is designed to produce highly skilled professionals in the art and science of culinary arts. Through a blend of practical and theoretical learning, graduates will be well-equipped to excel in the dynamic food industry. Our curriculum provides a solid foundation in culinary techniques, food service management, and national and international culinary cultures.
Program Objectives
Our primary goal is to train skilled gastronomy technicians capable of planning, organizing, and executing high-quality culinary processes. Graduates will be equipped to innovate, manage, and lead gastronomic projects that meet market demands while respecting the cultural and culinary traditions of Sucre and Bolivia.
Curriculum
Our three-year program offers a comprehensive curriculum that balances theory with practical experience. Students begin with fundamental culinary skills such as cutting, cooking, and food handling. As they progress, they specialize in areas like international cuisine, pastry, bakery, and food and beverage management. In addition to technical skills, students develop essential soft skills like teamwork, problem-solving, and time management.
Facilities and Resources
Our students have access to state-of-the-art professional kitchens, providing a realistic learning environment.
Internships and Placements
In their final year, students undertake internships in restaurants, hotels, and other food service establishments. These experiences allow them to apply their knowledge, gain real-world experience, and build valuable industry connections.
Graduate Profile
Upon graduation, our students will possess a wide range of skills, including:
Culinary Techniques: Mastery of key cooking and baking techniques, with the ability to innovate and adapt recipes.
Food and Beverage Management: Skills in managing food service operations, including menu planning, cost control, and quality assurance.
Cultural Knowledge: A deep understanding of local and international food cultures, enabling them to appreciate and promote diverse cuisines.
Entrepreneurship: The ability to start and manage their own food businesses.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of our program can pursue careers in restaurants, hotels, catering services, culinary consulting, and culinary education. They can also become entrepreneurs, taking advantage of the growing global food industry.
Innovation and Sustainability
Our program emphasizes innovation and sustainable practices. Students learn about emerging trends like molecular gastronomy, health-conscious cuisine, and the use of local and organic ingredients. We promote a holistic approach to food, from sourcing to minimizing waste.
Faculty
Our faculty consists of highly qualified professionals with extensive experience in the food industry and education. They are passionate about gastronomy and committed to providing our students with a world-class education.
Community Engagement
We foster strong ties with the local community through projects that promote regional cuisine and support local producers.
Continuous Improvement
Our program is continuously updated to reflect industry trends and advancements in culinary arts.
Admissions exam or matriculation exam: It is a comprehensive, one-time
exam designed for applicants who were unable to attend the Pre-University
Course. Scheduled for late January 2025, it covers various subject areas and is
weighted accordingly, mirroring the structure of the Pre-University Course.
Admissions exam or matriculation exam
Admission Exam Steps
Step 1: Online Pre-registration Applicants must access the web application admision.usfx.bo and
complete the Pre-registration Form. The following information is required:
Personal
data
Identification data of the Educational
Institution.
Step 2: Bank Deposit Applicants must make a bank deposit to the University's BANCO UNION
account number 1-33340493.
TUITION
FEE:
DOMESTIC APPLICANTS: Bs. 320.00 (46,60 USD) (Includes access to
the University Guide)
INTERNATIONAL
APPLICANTS: Bs. 1573.00 (229,00
USD) (Includes access to the University Guide)
Step 3: Registration
Confirmation Applicants must return to the web
application admision.usfx.bo and register the completed bank deposit. Once
registered, they can view and print their enrollment.
ENROLLMENT AND REGISTRATION PROCEDURE FOR NEW
STUDENTS ADMITTED IN THE PRE-UNIVERSITY COURSE, TOP GRADUATES, ATHLETIC MERIT,
SCIENCE OLYMPIADS, AND ADMISSION EXAM FOR THE 2024 ACADEMIC YEAR
This procedure applies to new students admitted to the San Francisco
Xavier University of Chuquisaca in various admission modalities for the 2024
academic year.
STEP 1: Digital Document Submission The admitted applicant must access the web application admision.usfx.bo
and upload the following digital documents:
High school diploma legalized by SEDUCA or
authenticated by the USFX Cashier's Section (front and back).
Sixth-grade secondary school report card (or
graduation certificate from the last year indicating the name of the
educational institution).
Identity card (front and back).
A passport-sized photo with a white
background.
Sixth-grade secondary school report card
legalized by the District Education Directorate and Departmental Education
Directorate (if the high school diploma is not available). Please include
your full name, current cell phone number, and the program to which you
were admitted.
After submitting your application documents:
University ID Assignment: The university will verify your documents and
assign you a temporary or permanent University ID number.
ID Number Verification: Check the admision.usfx.bo website to view
your assigned ID number.
Tuition Fee Generation: Access univesitarios.usfx.bo, select
"ENROLL," and generate your tuition fee amount.
Bank Deposit:
Make a deposit to Banco Unión account No. 1-33340493 (Account Holder UMSFX
– REC. PROPIOS
– MATRICULAS UNIVERSITARIAS). You can also use the generated QR code on
univesitarios.usfx.bo.
Enrollment Completion: Go back to univesitarios.usfx.bo, select
"ENROLL," and complete the form:
For bank deposits, enter the deposit number
to confirm details.
If using the QR code, use it within 24 hours
to avoid delays.
03 Feb 2025
3 Years
Feb
Tuition fees
Domestic
55 USD
Domestic (Out of State)
55 USD
International
375 USD
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Hospitality and Leisure ManagementMain Subject Area
Programme overview
Main Subject
Hospitality and Leisure Management
Degree
BA
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Gastronomy Technical Superior
The Gastronomy Technical Superior program is designed to produce highly skilled professionals in the art and science of culinary arts. Through a blend of practical and theoretical learning, graduates will be well-equipped to excel in the dynamic food industry. Our curriculum provides a solid foundation in culinary techniques, food service management, and national and international culinary cultures.
Program Objectives Our primary goal is to train skilled gastronomy technicians capable of planning, organizing, and executing high-quality culinary processes. Graduates will be equipped to innovate, manage, and lead gastronomic projects that meet market demands while respecting the cultural and culinary traditions of Sucre and Bolivia.
Curriculum Our three-year program offers a comprehensive curriculum that balances theory with practical experience. Students begin with fundamental culinary skills such as cutting, cooking, and food handling. As they progress, they specialize in areas like international cuisine, pastry, bakery, and food and beverage management. In addition to technical skills, students develop essential soft skills like teamwork, problem-solving, and time management.
Facilities and Resources Our students have access to state-of-the-art professional kitchens, providing a realistic learning environment.
Internships and Placements In their final year, students undertake internships in restaurants, hotels, and other food service establishments. These experiences allow them to apply their knowledge, gain real-world experience, and build valuable industry connections.
Graduate Profile Upon graduation, our students will possess a wide range of skills, including:
Career Opportunities Graduates of our program can pursue careers in restaurants, hotels, catering services, culinary consulting, and culinary education. They can also become entrepreneurs, taking advantage of the growing global food industry.
Innovation and Sustainability Our program emphasizes innovation and sustainable practices. Students learn about emerging trends like molecular gastronomy, health-conscious cuisine, and the use of local and organic ingredients. We promote a holistic approach to food, from sourcing to minimizing waste.
Faculty Our faculty consists of highly qualified professionals with extensive experience in the food industry and education. They are passionate about gastronomy and committed to providing our students with a world-class education.
Community Engagement We foster strong ties with the local community through projects that promote regional cuisine and support local producers.
Continuous Improvement Our program is continuously updated to reflect industry trends and advancements in culinary arts.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Hospitality and Leisure Management
Degree
BA
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Gastronomy Technical Superior
The Gastronomy Technical Superior program is designed to produce highly skilled professionals in the art and science of culinary arts. Through a blend of practical and theoretical learning, graduates will be well-equipped to excel in the dynamic food industry. Our curriculum provides a solid foundation in culinary techniques, food service management, and national and international culinary cultures.
Program Objectives Our primary goal is to train skilled gastronomy technicians capable of planning, organizing, and executing high-quality culinary processes. Graduates will be equipped to innovate, manage, and lead gastronomic projects that meet market demands while respecting the cultural and culinary traditions of Sucre and Bolivia.
Curriculum Our three-year program offers a comprehensive curriculum that balances theory with practical experience. Students begin with fundamental culinary skills such as cutting, cooking, and food handling. As they progress, they specialize in areas like international cuisine, pastry, bakery, and food and beverage management. In addition to technical skills, students develop essential soft skills like teamwork, problem-solving, and time management.
Facilities and Resources Our students have access to state-of-the-art professional kitchens, providing a realistic learning environment.
Internships and Placements In their final year, students undertake internships in restaurants, hotels, and other food service establishments. These experiences allow them to apply their knowledge, gain real-world experience, and build valuable industry connections.
Graduate Profile Upon graduation, our students will possess a wide range of skills, including:
Career Opportunities Graduates of our program can pursue careers in restaurants, hotels, catering services, culinary consulting, and culinary education. They can also become entrepreneurs, taking advantage of the growing global food industry.
Innovation and Sustainability Our program emphasizes innovation and sustainable practices. Students learn about emerging trends like molecular gastronomy, health-conscious cuisine, and the use of local and organic ingredients. We promote a holistic approach to food, from sourcing to minimizing waste.
Faculty Our faculty consists of highly qualified professionals with extensive experience in the food industry and education. They are passionate about gastronomy and committed to providing our students with a world-class education.
Community Engagement We foster strong ties with the local community through projects that promote regional cuisine and support local producers.
Continuous Improvement Our program is continuously updated to reflect industry trends and advancements in culinary arts.
Admission Requirements
Admissions exam or matriculation exam: It is a comprehensive, one-time exam designed for applicants who were unable to attend the Pre-University Course. Scheduled for late January 2025, it covers various subject areas and is weighted accordingly, mirroring the structure of the Pre-University Course.
Admissions exam or matriculation exam
Admission Exam Steps
Step 1: Online Pre-registration Applicants must access the web application admision.usfx.bo and complete the Pre-registration Form. The following information is required:
Step 2: Bank Deposit Applicants must make a bank deposit to the University's BANCO UNION account number 1-33340493.
Step 3: Registration Confirmation Applicants must return to the web application admision.usfx.bo and register the completed bank deposit. Once registered, they can view and print their enrollment.
ENROLLMENT AND REGISTRATION PROCEDURE FOR NEW STUDENTS ADMITTED IN THE PRE-UNIVERSITY COURSE, TOP GRADUATES, ATHLETIC MERIT, SCIENCE OLYMPIADS, AND ADMISSION EXAM FOR THE 2024 ACADEMIC YEAR
This procedure applies to new students admitted to the San Francisco Xavier University of Chuquisaca in various admission modalities for the 2024 academic year.
STEP 1: Digital Document Submission The admitted applicant must access the web application admision.usfx.bo and upload the following digital documents:
After submitting your application documents:
Tuition fees
Domestic
Domestic (Out of State)
International
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