Is your career path in gastronomy? Then learn the main techniques and trends of today's gastronomy at a world-class university, which has laboratories equipped with the best tools so you can experience the day-to-day of the profession in practice.
During the course, you will learn about relevant topics such as gastronomic tourism and sustainable and inclusive cuisine (for people with dietary restrictions). You will also learn how to deal with new technologies that are transforming the gastronomic sector, from food production to consumer experience.
In the first semesters, you will be exposed to the job market through internships and technical visits to strategic partners, and you can take advantage of our partnership with over 200 institutions abroad to take extension courses or internships that will open doors for your career. You will also have the chance to learn from professors who bring international experiences to the classroom, including chefs who have lived in different countries and worked in Michelin-starred restaurants.
Are you ready to experience all of this? Find out more about the course.
Course coordination
Katia Rangel Petry
katia.rangel@pucrs.br
Professionals trained by PUCRS have the ability to understand and adapt to different food cultures, culinary preferences and international gastronomic practices, in addition to innovating in the development of new products and services to promote a unique culinary experience.
With an entrepreneurial background, the Gastronomy course prepares you to:
Furthermore, the course connects with other areas of knowledge, such as Nutrition, Biology and Administration, promoting a complete education that further expands your professional possibilities.
In the Gastronomy course, you will connect with the main techniques and trends in the area, such as socially responsible and inclusive cuisine (for people with dietary restrictions), business management and cuisines from around the world.
Come and prepare to lead kitchens and businesses, with practical subjects on management and entrepreneurship.
Develop your skills in a complete infrastructure, specialized in the main branches of Gastronomy.
Count on our global partnerships to help you develop. Enjoy internships and international experiences at 200 other partner institutions around the world.
Students can attend learning spaces that promote the development of practical activities that complement the theory developed in the classroom, thus preparing them to face the market.
To meet market demands, the Gastronomy course combines the study of culinary techniques with subjects in business administration, entrepreneurship and sustainability, providing a broad education that goes beyond the execution of dishes. You will develop essential skills, such as technical knowledge in cooking, food management and a solid understanding of market trends, in addition to having real experiences through practical subjects from the first semester.
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Are you curious to learn more about the School and the course?
Schedule a guided tour and come and see everything about your undergraduate course up close. This is the ideal time for you to explore the spaces and ask questions to course coordinators and professors.
Thousands of internship opportunities connect students to the job market during their undergraduate studies.
One of the best infrastructures in the country, on a unique and safe campus, with one of the best locations in Porto Alegre: central and easy to access.
Create projects that go beyond the classroom and connect to one of the largest innovation ecosystems, transforming your ideas into projects that positively impact the world.
Do an exchange during your undergraduate degree.
Check out which paths you can follow from this course and explore all the possibilities for a fluid training.
Undergraduate Studies
Gastronomy
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