Study Culinary Arts in Malaysia
If you're planning to study in Malaysia and have a passion for food, our programs offer practical training in a multicultural environment. You'll work with ingredients and techniques from across Southeast Asia while building skills that matter in real kitchens.
Get Program DetailsWhy Malaysia for Culinary Education
Malaysia sits at the crossroads of Chinese, Indian, Malay, and Western food traditions. That's not marketing speak — it's just geography and history working together. When you study here, you're surrounded by hawker centers, night markets, and restaurants representing dozens of cuisines.
Our international students come from Indonesia, Thailand, Singapore, and beyond. Some arrive with restaurant experience back home. Others are making a career change. What they share is curiosity about food and a willingness to learn techniques they can't easily access elsewhere.
Classes mix theory with hands-on work. You'll spend time understanding flavors, practicing knife skills, and working through multi-course preparations. The curriculum covers both traditional Malaysian cooking and contemporary approaches used in modern kitchens.
Application Process for International Students
Submit Your Application
Documentation and Background
Start by sending your educational certificates, passport copy, and a short statement about why you want to study culinary arts. We review applications throughout the year. Most students hear back within two weeks. No entrance exam required — we're more interested in your motivation than your grades.
Student Pass Arrangement
Immigration and Legal Requirements
Once accepted, we'll guide you through Malaysia's student pass process. You'll need a medical check, proof of financial support, and a few other documents. The immigration department usually processes passes within six to eight weeks. We help coordinate everything, but you're responsible for gathering your paperwork on time.
Accommodation and Arrival
Settling into Subang Jaya
We don't have on-campus housing, but Subang Jaya has plenty of rental apartments within walking distance or a short train ride away. Monthly rent typically ranges from RM600 to RM1200 depending on what you're looking for. Some students share apartments to reduce costs. We can connect you with current students who know the area.
Orientation and Program Start
First Week Activities
Your first week includes facility tours, equipment training, and meetings with instructors. You'll also learn about local markets where we source ingredients and get familiar with Malaysia's public transport system. Classes typically start the following Monday. Bring comfortable shoes — you'll be on your feet quite a bit.
Program Experience
What to Expect During Your Studies
Our diploma program runs for 18 months and covers foundational techniques, regional specialties, and kitchen management basics. Classes happen five days a week, mixing demonstrations with practical sessions where you actually cook.
You'll work with local ingredients that might be new to you — pandan leaves, tamarind, belacan, torch ginger. Learning to identify and use these properly takes time. That's why we start with simpler preparations before moving to more complex dishes.
- Hands-on training in fully equipped professional kitchens
- Small class sizes with direct instructor feedback
- Market visits and ingredient sourcing trips
- Guest sessions with working chefs from local restaurants
- Optional internship placements during semester breaks
English is the primary language of instruction, though you'll pick up some Malay kitchen terms along the way. Many of our instructors speak multiple languages, which helps when explaining specific techniques.
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