Bachelor in International Culinary Arts

The Dual Undergraduate Program in International Culinary Arts at the Indian Culinary Academy is a three-year program offering dual certification, including a UGC-approved BVoc degree and a pathway to complete the final year at BHMS in Switzerland. It combines 2,500 hours of hands-on technical training with advanced culinary skills, management education, and a six-month paid international internship.

Academic Excellence & Curriculum

ICA offers a modern, 100% skill-based curriculum that fuses traditional foundations with cutting-edge global techniques, covering advanced disciplines like molecular gastronomy, chocolate showpieces, and modern plating. Led by an expert faculty of master chefs and hospitality veterans, the academy delivers hands-on, student-centric training across an extensive array of dual degrees, international diplomas, and postgraduate programs.

Global Pathways & Internships

A hallmark of the ICA experience is its unique international mobility framework. Through strategic academic partnerships, students can utilize a dual-certification model to seamlessly transfer their credits and complete their final year at top-tier institutions like BHMS Switzerland—often supported by exclusive pathway scholarships. This is paired with structured, 6-month paid international internships across global hubs like France, the USA, UAE, and Mauritius.

Campus Life & Facilities

Situated in India’s tech and cosmopolitan capital, Bangalore, the academy boasts state-of-the-art commercial training kitchens, dedicated pastry labs, and premium campus accommodation tailored for international students. ICA fosters a diverse, inclusive community centered around a shared passion for food, ensuring students build a powerful global professional network long before graduation.