Culinary Program
The Piri Reis University Maritime Vocational School Culinary Program is the first 100% English-language culinary program in Turkey, designed to train professional chefs and executive chefs at national and international standards. The program also offers graduates a “Seafarer Certificate”, providing them with a unique, hands-on education experience.
Following a one-year English preparatory course, the two-year (four-semester) associate degree program combines both theoretical and practical training. Students gain hands-on experience in modern kitchens, taking courses in Food Science and Nutrition, Food Safety and Hygiene, Pastry and Chocolate Arts, Turkish Cuisine, World and Maritime Cuisine, Beverage Science, and Oenology.
The curriculum is designed to prepare students for careers not only in land-based establishments but also on commercial ships, mega yachts, and cruise ships, equipping them with the skills to work in international settings.