Le Cordon Bleu Australia

PROFILE LE CORDON BLEU AUSTRALIA

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Nominated for Oceania's Best Culinary Training Institution

World Culinary Awards

Top 10 Best Culinary Schools in the World

Various Industry Publications

Australia's Top Specialised Hospitality Education Providers

Quality Indicators for Learning and Teaching

Le Cordon Bleu Australia is a leading culinary and hospitality school offering world-class training in cookery, patisserie, and hotel management. Part of the global Le Cordon Bleu network (founded 1895, Paris), it has campuses in Adelaide, Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane. Known for blending French culinary excellence with Australian innovation, all programs include industry placements in top hotels and restaurants. It’s recognised globally and has been nominated as Oceania’s Best Culinary Training Institution by the World Culinary Awards.

ACHIEVEMENTS

  • Nominated for “Oceania’s Best Culinary Training Institution” at the World Culinary Awards 2024 & 2025.

  • Part of the Le Cordon Bleu Global Network, which was awarded “World’s Best Culinary Training Institution” (Paris campus) by the World Culinary Awards.

  • Ranked among the Top 10 Best Culinary Schools in the World (2025) by Nubia Page and Chef’s Pencil.

  • Recognized worldwide as one of the oldest and most prestigious culinary institutions, founded in Paris in 1895.

  • Consistently rated among Australia’s top specialised hospitality education providers by the Quality Indicators for Learning and Teaching (QILT).

  • Reported 63.9% full-time employment rate for international graduates (above average for private higher-education institutions).

  • Strong Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) program — students complete placements in leading 5-star hotels and fine-dining restaurants.

  • High student satisfaction: 79.5% positive overall experience in postgraduate business & management programs (Compared.edu.au, 2025).

  • Alumni have received national hospitality awards such as the Savour Australia Restaurant & Catering Awards for Excellence.

  • Graduates work in Michelin-starred restaurants, luxury resorts, and international hospitality chains around the world.

  • Over 11,000 alumni globally connected through the Hosco hospitality network.

 

FACILITIES

Le Cordon Bleu Australia offers world-class, industry-standard training environments across its campuses in Adelaide, Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane, designed to mirror real hospitality and culinary workplaces.

  • Commercial training kitchens equipped with professional-grade ovens, stoves, and refrigeration systems.

  • Pâtisserie and bakery labs for pastry, desserts, and chocolate work.

  • Demonstration theatres where chefs conduct live masterclasses.

  • Wine & beverage training rooms for sommelier and mixology classes.

  • Restaurant-style training facilities that simulate real dining service.

  • Modern classrooms with digital learning tools and AV systems.

  • Hospitality management simulation labs for front-office and event operations.

  • Library and digital resource centre with culinary journals, recipe archives, and hospitality research materials.

  • Computer and media labs for business and marketing modules.

  • Student lounge and communal areas for relaxation and collaboration.

  • Career and industry placement centre supporting internships in 5-star hotels and restaurants.

  • International student support office offering visa, accommodation, and wellbeing assistance.

  • Café and restaurant training outlets operated by students under supervision.

  • Adelaide: Home to the Le Cordon Bleu Regency International Centre of Excellence for hospitality education.

  • Sydney: Industry-integrated kitchens at Ryde campus with advanced pastry and cuisine facilities.

  • Melbourne: Modern commercial kitchens co-located with Holmesglen Institute.

  • Brisbane: Boutique learning hub with strong focus on culinary innovation and entrepreneurship.

 

CAMPUS LOCATION

Adelaide Campus (South Australia)

Regency International Centre, 137 Days Road, Regency Park SA 5010

Sydney Campus (New South Wales)

Northern Sydney Institute, Ryde TAFE, 250 Blaxland Road, Ryde NSW 2112

Melbourne Campus (Victoria)

Holmesglen Institute, Moorabbin Campus, 488 South Road, Moorabbin VIC 3189

Brisbane Campus (Queensland)

South Bank TAFE, 66 Ernest Street, South Brisbane QLD 4101

INTAKE & PROGRAMMES OFFERED

Intake

PRE UNIVERSITY

January February March April May June July August September October November December

IELTS: 5.5

Undergraduate

January February March April May June July August September October November December

IELTS: 6.0

Postgraduate

January February March April May June July August September October November December

IELTS: 6.5

Programmes

PATHWAY PROGRAMS

  • Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

  • Certificate III in Pâtisserie

  • Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery

  • Certificate IV in Pâtisserie

  • Diploma of Hospitality Management

  • Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management

 

UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS

Culinary Arts & Pâtisserie

  • Diplôme de Cuisine

  • Diplôme de Pâtisserie

  • Grand Diplôme (Combination of Cuisine + Pâtisserie)

  • Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management (Culinary Focus)

Business & Hospitality

  • Bachelor of Business (Hospitality Management)

  • Bachelor of Business (Culinary Management)

  • Bachelor of Business (Food Entrepreneurship)

  • Bachelor of Business (International Restaurant Management)

 

POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMS

Hospitality & Tourism Leadership

  • Graduate Certificate in Hospitality Management

  • Graduate Diploma in Hospitality Management

  • Master of International Hospitality Management

Culinary Innovation & Gastronomy

  • Graduate Certificate in Gastronomic Tourism

  • Master of Gastronomic Tourism

Business & Entrepreneurship

  • Master of Business Administration (Hospitality Management)

  • Master of Business Administration (Culinary Leadership and Innovation)

TUITION FEE & LIVING COST

TUITION FEE

APPLICATION FEE

AUD 150

PRE UNIVERSITY

UNDERGRADUATE

POSTGRADUATE

AUD 10,000 - 20,000

AUD 32,000 - 34,000

AUD 30,000 - 32,000

Living Cost

Approx. AUD 2,000 - 2,800 per month (including acommodation)

ACCOMODATION

on-campus
Adelaide Campus

  • Private or shared bedrooms (fully furnished)

  • Shared kitchen, lounge, and laundry facilities

  • Free Wi-Fi, utilities included

  • 24-hour security and on-site support

  • 10 minutes to central Adelaide

on-campus
Sydney Campus (New South Wales)

  • Single or twin rooms with ensuite

  • Fully equipped kitchens and lounge

  • BBQ area and gardens

  • Close to bus / train to Sydney CBD (~20 minutes)

on-campus
Melbourne Campus (Victoria)

  • Private studios and shared apartments

  • Study areas, kitchenettes, Wi-Fi

  • Common lounge and BBQ courtyard

  • 25 minutes to Melbourne CBD by train

on-campus
Brisbane Campus (Queensland)

  • Fully furnished apartments (shared / studio)

  • Air-conditioning, gym, rooftop pool, study rooms

  • Walking distance to campus and Brisbane CBD

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