If your passion for food extends beyond cooking for friends, we run a variety of professional courses specifically designed for people who want to work in the food industry or who are keen to hone their skills through professional training.
Practical Cookery Diploma →
The 6-month Professional Diploma in Practical Cookery is an intensive, hands-on course designed to equip you with the skills and confidence to launch your culinary career.
Three month beginners certificate →
Our three month beginner’s certificate is an intensive, 11 week program perfect for aspiring chefs and beginners alike, providing a solid foundation in classical cookery and essential kitchen skills.
Three month intermediate certificate →
Our three month intermediate certificate is an intensive, 11 week program perfect for those with some cooking experience wanting to deepen their professional skills and knowledge.
One month
course →
This intensive 4 week course provides practical hands-on culinary training, ideal for those seeking to develop fundamental cooking skills.
Study in the heart of New Town, we welcome international students →
Coming to the Edinburgh New Town Cookery School for a full-time course will enable you to fully appreciate this city in all its splendour. As well as being a foodie haven, Edinburgh is a stimulating city in terms of art, culture and architecture.
WHAT OUR STUDENTS STAY ABOUT US

“What I found most useful about the course was being able to ask the staff at the cook school all those questions I had pondered previously whilst I cooked from a recipe at home. This inspired me to think more creatively and not be confined by what a recipe said. So my inspiration came from a true understanding of method and technique learnt at the cook school, which allowed me to create my own recipes.
To anyone thinking of taking the course I would say go for it! I wish I could say something a little more insightful but enrolling at ENTCS has been one of my best decisions”
