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 Leiths Culinary Diploma offers multiple routes to achieve the same professional qualification, allowing students to choose a structure that best fits their goals and lifestyle.
The Diploma offers three study pathways to suit different schedules and lifestyles. All three deliver the same professional qualification with the same hours of practical training and kitchen time.
Whether you choose full-time, part-time or accelerated study, you’ll receive the same world-class culinary education. The difference is simply how those teaching hours are structured across the weeks.
With multiple entry points throughout the year, students can complete the full Leiths Culinary Diploma in one intensive six-month course, or progress over a longer period through part time or accelerated study. This flexibility allows you to build your skills and experience at a pace that works for you while still gaining a recognised professional qualification.
As part of the Professional and Diploma Certificates, you’ll have the opportunity to take additional modules and complete an integrated work experience placement. These elements are designed to broaden your industry knowledge and give you valuable hands-on experience, helping you enter your chosen food career with confidence and practical insight.
6 weeks – 3.5 days per week with additional study at home. Daytime only.
12 weeks – 2 evenings per week + some Friday & Saturdays.
4 weeks – 5 days per week, with additional study at home. Daytime only.
Our Admissions Team can help you find the best study pathway to match your goals. Get in touch at [email protected] to learn more.
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.
