Woosong University

Bachelor in Culinary Arts

Daejeon, South Korea Taught in English Open to international students

Introduction

Woosong University in Daejeon, South Korea, founded in 1954, blends practical training with a global outlook to prepare students for international careers. With about 13,000 students, including roughly 2,500 international students, Woosong offers programs in business, engineering, design, hospitality management and more. The campus emphasizes English-language instruction, modern facilities and a supportive environment for students arriving from abroad.

The university prioritizes hands-on learning and industry partnerships that bring real-world projects into the classroom. Entrepreneurship and innovation are embedded across curricula, and students benefit from internships, lab access and collaboration with local and international companies. Smaller class sizes and dedicated faculty make it easier for students to receive individual guidance on academic and professional pathways.

International applicants will find a welcoming community, targeted student services and pathways that ease academic transition and career placement. Woosong encourages cross-cultural exchange through clubs, events and joint programs with partner institutions. Graduates leave with practical skills, English proficiency and an international mindset that supports careers in Korea and beyond.

About the Program

The Bachelor in Culinary Arts at Woosong University is a 4-year program that teaches students the fundamentals of cooking and prepares them for a career in the culinary industry. The program is taught in English and focuses on practical skills and international perspectives.

The curriculum includes hands-on training in state-of-the-art kitchens and classrooms, where students learn about food preparation, business operations, restaurant management, and customer service. Students can also earn certifications in specialized industry programs and participate in internships and cooperative learning opportunities with top hotels, resorts, and restaurants.

Graduates can pursue careers as Executive Chefs, Restaurant Managers, Food and Beverage Directors, Pastry Chefs, or Catering Managers. They can work in hotels, restaurants, cruise lines, or food service companies, and have opportunities to work internationally or start their own businesses.

Tuition in Context

This program's tuition is 55% above the typical bachelor's in South Korea.

Median tuition for that cohort is 5,153 USD, across 322 programs in our catalog.

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English Test Requirement

This program asks for IELTS 5.5-6.0. Here's what that's worth on the other tests universities accept, based on the official concordance tables:

TOEFL iBT
46–59
PTE Academic
42–49
Duolingo
85–95
CEFR level
B1/B2
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Equivalences are approximate — confirm the exact test and score the program accepts.

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