Postgraduate Certificate in Gastronomy

With a Postgraduate Certificate in Gastronomy you'll be able to demonstrate your knowledge and understanding of perspectives and constructs related to gastronomy.

This qualification also provides a pathway to further study, including the Postgraduate Diploma in Gastronomy. If you're already in the industry, this postgraduate certificate will enhance your skills and knowledge base at a more advanced level.

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Minimum entry requirements

Must have completed one of the following or equivalent:

  • Bachelor's degree
  • Relevant professional qualification or experience approved by the dean (or representative) to be equivalent to a bachelor's degree

International student entry requirements

English language requirements

  • IELTS (Academic) 6.5 overall with all bands 6.0 or higher; or equivalent

English language requirements

The careers listed here are just some of the directions your studies could lead. Career titles can vary, but the skills behind them often connect. Explore our career finder to discover related careers, learn what they involve and view salary information.

Related careers

  • Hospitality
  • Tourism
  • Media
  • Food research
  • Writing
  • Human geography
  • Employment options requiring a background in food sociology/anthropology
Quick facts
Programme code:
AK2017
Level:
8
Points:
60
Duration:
0.5 years full-time / part-time available
Campus:
City Campus
Starts:
22 Feb 2027
12 Jul 2027


Key semester dates
Fees
Domestic
$5,925.80 - $6,191.80 (for 60 points)
($5,315 - $5,581 tuition fees + $610.80 student services levy)
International
$20,429.84 (for 60 points)
($19,800 tuition fees + $629.84 student services levy)
  • Fees shown are based on a full-time workload for the points indicated next to the fee. The exact fee charged will depend on which courses you select at the time of enrolment.
  • Fees are subject to change year to year. If you are planning for study beyond the current year, fees may vary from those stated.
  • There may also be other fees and charges you need to pay.
  • International students' tuition fees reflect the full cost of tuition. Domestic students' tuition fees are less due to a proportion of the tuition fees being funded by the New Zealand Government.

The information on this page was correct at time of publication. For a comprehensive overview of AUT qualifications, please refer to the Academic Calendar.

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