Overview
You will start with the fundamentals, earning to prepare French classics such as baguettes, brioches, croissants, puff pastry, and viennoiseries, before moving on to more advanced techniques, including sourdough breads, speciality loaves, and innovative flavored creations. Each stage is taught through expert-led demonstrations and guided practice, ensuring you develop both technical precision and confidence.
A highlight of the program is the focus on natural fermentation. You will learn to cultivate sourdough starters and understand the balance between yeast and levain. Beyond the lab, the program extends into the world of real bread. Students visit local mills, flour producers, and bakeries, gaining insight into the journey from grain to loaf. And because bread is as much about fire and community as it is about craft, you’ll also bake sourdough breads and rustic pizzas in our outdoor wood-fired oven, experiencing a timeless tradition under the open sky.
The program also integrates theory in entrepreneurship, kitchen organization, and product evaluation, preparing you not only to bake with skill but also to work in or manage a bakery, café, or food business.
Accreditation
Graduates receive:
- The Professional Certificate of French Bakery (Ferrandi Paris & Sharena Fabrika)
- The EU Professional Qualification Level - Bread & Bakery Chef (Bulgarian Ministry of Education)
Programme Structure
Hygiene and food safety
Nutrition and dietetics
Sustainable Practices in the Kitchen
Visual communication and photography
Social networks and digital strategy
Audience
This program is ideal for anyone who wants to become a professional baker, to open a small bakery or café, or simply to master the craft of breadmaking at the highest standard. More than just baking bread, you will leave with the skills to create food that is both nourishing and meaningful.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 4 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
English
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Troyan, Bulgaria
Disciplines
Culinary Arts View 5 other Short Courses in Culinary Arts in BulgariaWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
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Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents5000 EUR / full≈ 5000 EUR / full
Living costs
Troyan
Bulgaria
590 - 840 BGN / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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