Accelerated Diploma + SDFE (12 months)
At-Sunrice GlobalChef Academy proudly offers a new opportunity to earn a Highspeed Double Diploma in culinary and entrepreneurial fields. This unique programme allows you to gain dual expertise, enhancing your career prospects and potentially opening doors to new opportunities. From our on-site accelerated diplomas and fully online specialist diploma programmes, you'll receive top-notch education tailored to your needs, giving you a competitive edge in the industry.
Upon completion, depending on the double diploma track chosen, the graduates will be awarded a full qualification in WSQ Diploma in Food Services (Culinary Arts) OR WSQ Diploma in Food Services (Pastry and Baking) OR WSQ Diploma in Food Services (Food & Beverage Services) and a Specialist Diploma in Food Entrepreneurship (e-learning) by At-Sunrice Global Chef Academy.
- 22 July 2024
- 23 September 2024
- 25 November 2024
*Dates are subject to change
Up to 12 Months
The full-time onsite Accelerated Diploma Programmes are offered in three tracks (culinary arts, pastry & baking and food & beverage service) sequentially and continually comprising the full qualifications at certificate, higher certificate and advanced certificate and diploma within the respective tracks, across 6 months. The classes will be conducted in the academy from Monday to Friday*.
Upon completion, successful graduates proceed to the 6-month online Specialist Diploma in Food Entrepreneurship. The classes will be conducted online on the 4th week of the month from Monday to Friday, 02:00 pm to 06:00 pm*.
*Subject to change
Double Diploma programmes will equip learners with critical work function skills that will allow them to acquire and broaden problem-solving and creative business thinking skills & knowledge. This will in turn help course participants to build a strong foundation and business acumen. The programme has a carefully curated list of skills and knowledge to close the existing industry skills gap and match their future job roles in the food service sector and also encompasses transferable skills that they would need to work better and progress upwards in their career in the food services and entrepreneurship sectors.
The programme contents of the various tracks are available here.
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Culinary Arts |
Singaporean-MCES |
Singaporean/SPR/LTVP+ |
Singaporean/SPR/LTVP+ (Self-sponsored) (Non SME-sponsored) |
International Student |
| Programme Fee | SGD 27,300.00 | SGD 27,300.00 | SGD 27,300.00 | SGD 27,300.00 |
| SSG Funding | (SGD 18,970.00) | (SGD 18,970.00) | (SGD 18,970.00) | - |
| Net Programme Fee | SGD 8,330.00 | SGD 8,330.00 | SGD 8,330.00 | SGD 27,300.00 |
| Administration Fee | SGD 800.00 | SGD 800.00 | SGD 800.00 | SGD 1,000.00 |
| Starter Kit | SGD 1,544.95 | SGD 1,544.95 | SGD 1,544.95 | SGD 1,544.95 |
| Medical Insurance (GST inclusive) | SGD 109.00 | SGD 109.00 | SGD 109.00 | SGD 109.00 |
| Fee Protection Scheme | SGD 46.72 | SGD 46.72 | SGD 46.72 | SGD 208.22 |
| Total Fees Payable | SGD 10,830.67 | SGD 10,830.67 | SGD 10,830.67 | SGD 30,162.17 |
| GST (9%) | SGD 964.95 | SGD 964.95 | SGD 964.95 | SGD 2,704.78 |
| SSG Funding for Food Safety Course Level 1 | (SGD 140.00) | (SGD 140.00) | (SGD 100.00) | - |
| Enhanced Subsidy | (SGD 4,950.00) | (SGD 4,950.00) | - | - |
| Net Fees Payable | SGD 6,705.62 | SGD 6,705.62 | SGD 11,695.62 | SGD 32,866.95 |
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Pastry and Baking |
Singaporean-MCES |
Singaporean/SPR/LTVP+ |
Singaporean/SPR/LTVP+ (Self-sponsored) (Non SME-sponsored) |
International Student |
| Programme Fee | SGD 27,300.00 | SGD 27,300.00 | SGD 27,300.00 | SGD 27,300.00 |
| SSG Funding | (SGD 18,970.00) | (SGD 18,970.00) | (SGD 18,970.00) | - |
| Net Programme Fee | SGD 8,330.00 | SGD 8,330.00 | SGD 8,330.00 | SGD 27,300.00 |
| Administration Fee | SGD 800.00 | SGD 800.00 | SGD 800.00 | SGD 1,000.00 |
| Starter Kit | SGD 1,484.95 | SGD 1,484.95 | SGD 1,484.95 | SGD 1,484.95 |
| Medical Insurance (GST inclusive) | SGD 109.00 | SGD 109.00 | SGD 109.00 | SGD 109.00 |
| Fee Protection Scheme | SGD 46.72 | SGD 46.72 | SGD 46.72 | SGD 207.80 |
| Total Fees Payable | SGD 10,770.67 | SGD 10,770.67 | SGD 10,770.67 | SGD 30,101.75 |
| GST (9%) | SGD 959.55 | SGD 959.55 | SGD 959.55 | SGD 2,699.35 |
| SSG Funding for Food Safety Course Level 1 | (SGD 140.00) | (SGD 140.00) | (SGD 100.00) | - |
| Enhanced Subsidy | (SGD 4,950.00) | (SGD 4,950.00) | - | - |
| Net Fees Payable | SGD 6,640.22 | SGD 6,640.22 | SGD 11,630.22 | SGD 32,801.10 |
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Food and Beverage Service Beverage Service |
Singaporean-MCES |
Singaporean/SPR/LTVP+ |
Singaporean/SPR/LTVP+ (Self-sponsored) (Non SME-sponsored) |
International Student |
| Programme Fee | SGD 27,300.00 | SGD 27,300.00 | SGD 27,300.00 | SGD 27,300.00 |
| SSG Funding | (SGD 18,970.00) | (SGD 18,970.00) | (SGD 18,970.00) | - |
| Net Programme Fee | SGD 8,330.00 | SGD 8,330.00 | SGD 8,330.00 | SGD 27,300.00 |
| Administration Fee | SGD 800.00 | SGD 800.00 | SGD 800.00 | SGD 1,000.00 |
| Starter Kit | SGD 759.95 | SGD 759.95 | SGD 759.95 | SGD 759.95 |
| Medical Insurance (GST inclusive) | SGD 109.00 | SGD 109.00 | SGD 109.00 | SGD 109.00 |
| Fee Protection Scheme | SGD 46.72 | SGD 46.72 | SGD 46.72 | SGD 202.72 |
| Total Fees Payable | SGD 10,045.67 | SGD 10,045.67 | SGD 10,045.67 | SGD 29,371.67 |
| GST (9%) | SGD 894.30 | SGD 894.30 | SGD 894.30 | SGD 2,633.64 |
| SSG Funding for Food Safety Course Level 1 | (SGD 140.00) | (SGD 140.00) | (SGD 100.00) | - |
| Enhanced Subsidy | (SGD 4,950.00) | (SGD 4,950.00) | - | - |
| Net Fees Payable | SGD 5,849.97 | SGD 5,849.97 | SGD 10,839.97 | SGD 32,005.31 |
- Prices are subject to change
- Funding validity period is up to 31 May 2025, funding amount may be subject to funding cap
- These are SkillsFuture Credit (SFC) eligible programmes (for self-sponsored only)
- These are absentee payroll eligible programmes (for company-sponsored only)
- These are Workfare Skills Support (WSS) Scheme eligible programmes
- These diplomas are UTAP eligible programmes (up to 31 Mar 2025)^
- $109 Application fee (non-refundable) is due upon submission of the application form
- Starter Kit for Culinary Arts / Pastry & Baking includes Knife & Tool Set, Textbooks, Student Uniform Set (2 sets of uniform, 1 pair of safety shoes, 2 aprons and 2 kitchen towels)
- Starter Kit for Food & Beverage Service / Beverage Service includes Tool Set and Textbooks
- Long Term Visit Pass Plus (LTVP+) funding support took effect from 1 Oct 2021, LTVP+ holders can be identified with their green visit pass cards, with the word ‘PLUS’ on the back of the card
For all eligible Singaporeans, SPRs and Long Term Visit Pass Plus (LTVP+) holders.
Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy (MCES) Funding - up to 90% programme fee
For eligible Singaporeans aged 40 years old and above. Visit skillsfuturegov.sg for more information.
Enhanced Training Support for SMEs - up to 90% programme fee
For SMEs that meet all of the following criteria:
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Registered or incorporated in Singapore
- At least 30% local shareholding by Singaporeans or SPRs
- Employment size of not more than 200 (at group level) or with annual sales turnover (at group level) of not more than SGD100 million
- Trainees must be hired in accordance with the Employment Act and fully sponsored by their employees for the course
- Trainees must be Singaporeans or SPRs
Visit ssg.gov.sg for more information.
UTAP is a training benefit for NTUC members to defray their cost of training.
NTUC qualifying members enjoy 50% unfunded course fee support (balance course fee payable after applicable government subsidy, including SFC):
- NTUC members up to $250 per year
- NTUC Starter members up to $200 per year
- NTUC members aged 40 years and above up to $500 per year (for courses commencing from 1 July 2020 to 31 Dec 2025)
Visit e2i’s website for more information.
Only applicable for Singaporean, Singapore PR and LTVP+ Holder trainees
| Absentee Payroll at $4.50 per hour* |
Company-Sponsored |
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Culinary Arts |
SGD 4,029.75 |
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Pastry and Baking |
SGD 4,137.75 |
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Food and Beverage Service |
SGD 3,980.25 |
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Beverage Service |
SGD 3,971.25 |
*Application through Enterprise Portal for Jobs & Skills. Maximum cap of $100,000 AP Funding for each organisation.
Absentee Payroll (AP) Funding
A grant to help employers defray the manpower costs incurred when they send their employees for training courses funded by SSG.
Visit ssg.gov.sg for more information.
At-Sunrice GlobalChef Academy is partnering with these financial institutions:
POSB Further Study Assist
- Lower interest rates of 4.38% p.a. with a 2.5% processing fee
- Flexible repayment period up to 10 years that best suit your needs
- Visit posb.com.sg for more information
OCBC FRANK Education Loan
- Low-interest rate of 4.5% per year
- Three flexible repayment options
- Visit frankbyocbc.com for more information
• Passion to work in the F&B industry
• At least 16 years old and has the intention to join the F&B industry upon graduation from the programme
• Possess leadership qualities, artistic and disciplined
• Required to undergo an interview and online profiling test
Singaporean/Singapore PR Applicants:
• At least 3 GCE N-Level credits (including English) or WPL Level 4
• Completed/Exempted from National Service (for Singaporean Males only)
International Applicants:
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Advanced level of At-Sunrice online English Bridging Course / IELTS 5.0 / TOEFL (internet-based total) 35 - 45 / WPL Level 4
- Enrolment is subject to availability and incomplete applications will not be processed.
- The programme is conducted in English and proficiency in the language is a requirement.
- Programme contents and all prices are subject to change.
- Trainee who chooses to drop out prior to successful completion will be requested to pay the programme fees in full and will not be entitled to any SOAs or certificates.
- The following items are compulsory and must be purchased before the commencement of the programme:
- Medical Insurance,
- Fee Protection Scheme.
- Food items from all practical sessions shall be consumed in the Academy, either during lunch or dinner time.
- For food safety purposes, food items are not allowed to be taken home for consumption.
- Students are required to meet the following criteria in order to obtain their relevant certificates:
- A minimum attendance of 90% and above
- Pass all assessments required by the programme;
- Abide with the student code of conduct.
1. Please ensure that all documents listed below are duly prepared:
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Singaporean/SPR Applicant/LTVP+ Holders |
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Copy of NRIC / LTVP+ (front & back) |
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Copy of highest educational qualification (Certificate / Transcript) & Official Translation (if not in English) |
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NS Certificate of service completion and transcript (for male applicants only) |
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Resume / Curriculum Vitae (with names & contact info of at least 2 Referees) ( please click here for the template) |
2. Click here to apply. Please allow approximately 10 minutes for the online application and ensure all documents are duly completed and submitted online. Any incomplete application will not be processed.
3. Application Fee is non-refundable and non-transferable. Confirmation of seats is on a first come first serve basis with full payment received via online debit/credit card/PayNow.
4. Complete the online Talent/Personality Test in the Online Application.
5. We will contact the shortlisted applicant within 7 working days for a face-to-face interview.
6. After the interview, your application will be submitted to the Admission Board for review. We will notify you within 3 weeks via email.
7. For successful applicants:
Singaporean/SPR / LTVP+ Holders with SSG Funding
- Applicants accepted into At-Sunrice's certificate and/or diploma programmes will receive a copy of the Advisory Note, Letter of Acceptance (LOA) and/or Standard PEI Student Contract via email. The student will then be invited to the Academy on a scheduled date to sign the original documents.
8. Training Quality and Outcomes Measurement Survey (TRAQOM) by SkillsFuture Singapore
SSG will conduct the two post-course evaluation surveys in the following manner:
- The Quality Survey will be conducted after the course end date through an electronic survey. The survey will be emailed to the trainee through SSG’s central survey system.
- The Outcomes Survey will be administered once a year through a contracted vendor. The survey will be sent to shortlisted trainees who have completed their full qualification course(s) or CU(s).
- The trainee is to provide your personal email and phone number for SSG to conduct the surveys.
- All corporate companies registering their staff for training are to avoid using centralized corporate email and have to use their staff email and phone number for SSG to conduct the surveys.
