Culinary Arts Diploma

The application deadline for the Sep 2027 intake is May 1, 2027, and tuition is 16,106 CAD per year.

The Culinary Arts Diploma at Saskatchewan Polytechnic is a non-degree program for students who want to turn their passion for food into a career. This one-year program helps you get professional training to launch a career in cooking. You'll learn from experienced Red Seal chefs at one of the three campuses in Saskatchewan, Canada.

The curriculum covers cooking principles and practices, including baking, breakfasts, garde manger, and meats, seafood, and poultry. You'll also learn about vegetables, starches, and pasta. The program is hands-on and fast-paced, giving you the skills you need to succeed in the culinary industry.

After completing the program, you can pursue careers as a chef, kitchen manager, or restaurant owner. You can work in restaurants, hotels, resorts, private clubs, or institutional settings. With this diploma, you'll have the skills and knowledge to launch a successful career in the culinary arts, whether you want to work for someone else or start your own business.

Saskatchewan Polytechnic in Saskatoon is a leading Canadian applied learning institution established in 1941, focused on career-oriented education and technical training. The Saskatoon campus delivers hands-on programs in health sciences, engineering technologies, business and trades, designed with employer input to match regional and national labour needs. With around 15,000 students and strong industry connections, the polytechnic emphasizes workplace readiness and practical skills.

Programs emphasize simulations, lab work, co-op placements and industry projects so students graduate with job-ready competencies. Faculty bring current professional experience into teaching and campus facilities replicate workplace environments to accelerate learning. International students receive orientation, language support and dedicated services for credential recognition, visa guidance and career placement in Canada’s growing sectors.

Saskatoon offers an affordable, safe city with a welcoming community, active cultural events and outdoor recreation along rivers and parks. Student services include housing assistance, mental health supports and employer networking events to ease the transition to employment. With 34 programs and flexible continuing education options, Saskatchewan Polytechnic supports lifelong learning and provides clear, applied pathways for international students pursuing technical careers in Canada.