Join us for our Open Evening at Leiths on Thursday 5th February 2026, 6:30–8:30pm, and discover how the Culinary Diploma can launch your career in food.
Join us for our Open Evening at Leiths on Thursday 5th February 2026, 6:30–8:30pm, and discover how the Culinary Diploma can launch your career in food.
This guide provides key information for prospective students at Leiths, including admissions requirements, course fees, payment options and available bursaries. Use it to plan your studies and prepare for the next step in your culinary journey.
The renowned Leiths Culinary Diploma runs throughout the year, with full-time, part-time and accelerated options available. We encourage students to enjoy a continuous learning experience – but we understand that may not always be possible.
That’s why we offer the flexibility to return and progress at your own pace, completing your Leiths Culinary Diploma on a schedule that works for you.
See our upcoming course dates below and get in touch to find out more – our team will help you build your Culinary Diploma pathway.
14th April – 10th July 2026
Part Time – 12 weeks
2 evenings per week + some Fridays & Saturdays
6th July – 31st July 2026
Accelerated – 4 weeks
5 days per week, with additional study at home
13th July – 7th August 2026
Accelerated – 4 weeks
5 days per week, with additional study at home
7th September 2026 – 16th February 2027
Full Time – 18 weeks
3.5 days per week, with additional home study at home
7th September – 11th December 2026
Part Time – 12 weeks
2 evenings per week + some Fridays & Saturdays
7th September – 11th December 2026
Part Time – 12 weeks
2 evenings per week + some Fridays & Saturdays
4th January – 16th April 2027
Part Time – 12 weeks
2 evenings per week + some Fridays & Saturdays
4th January – 16th April 2027
Part Time – 12 weeks
2 evenings per week + some Fridays & Saturdays
22nd February 2027 – 20th July 2027
Full Time – 18 weeks
3.5 days per week, with additional home study at home
12th April – 16th July 2027
Part Time – 12 weeks
2 evenings per week + some Fridays & Saturdays
12th April – 16th July 2027
Part Time – 12 weeks
2 evenings per week + some Fridays & Saturdays
26th July – 21st August 2027
Accelerated – 4 weeks
5 days per week, with additional study at home
26th July – 21st August 2027
Accelerated – 4 weeks
5 days per week, with additional study at home
Experience what makes the Diploma so special with a 1-to-1 tour of our Culinary School.
Watch Diploma-style demonstrations, meet the teachers and taste life at Leiths.
Our Admissions team love to answer your questions and offer course suggestions to suit your goals.
Sample culinary training Leiths-style with a hands-on class.
Made your decision? Book on a course here and start your future in food.
