Le Cordon Bleu's Australian operation is headquartered in Adelaide, and the city campus teaches both kitchen-based certificates and business degrees. Culinary students learn classic French technique in commercial kitchens, then move into diplomas or hospitality management. The bachelor's degrees combine business study with industry placements. South Australia's food and wine regions are close by.
Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
Official website: cordonbleu.edu
Le Cordon Bleu Australia
Private culinary and hospitality provider
Part of the international Le Cordon Bleu group
A$30,000 – A$42,000
International students, per year, varies by course
A$21,000 – A$26,000
Rent, food and local transport
Approximate figures for 2026-27, please verify. Fees change every year and vary by course, so check the latest amount on cordonbleu.edu before you apply.
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (Cuisine)
CertificateDuration
6 Months
Intake
Jan, Apr, Jul, Oct
Exam Score
IELTS: 5.5
Certificate III in Patisserie
CertificateDuration
6 Months
Intake
Jan, Apr, Jul, Oct
Exam Score
IELTS: 5.5
Diploma of Hospitality Management
DiplomaDuration
12 Months
Intake
Jan, Apr, Jul, Oct
Exam Score
IELTS: 5.5
Bachelor of Business in International Hotel and Resort Management
Bachelors DegreeDuration
36 Months
Intake
Jan, Jul
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.0, TOEFL: 60
Classic French cookery and patisserie training.
Business degrees with paid industry placements.
Easy access to the Barossa and McLaren Vale wine regions.
Culinary graduates work as chefs and pastry chefs in restaurants, hotels and catering.
Hospitality graduates move into hotel, resort and restaurant management.
Eligible bachelor's graduates can apply for a Temporary Graduate visa.
Undergrad
Rolling
Postgrad
No PG intake
Undergrad
Rolling
Postgrad
No PG intake
Undergrad
Culinary courses only
Postgrad
No PG intake
Adelaide is flat and easy to get around, with a free city tram loop and the Central Market for cheap produce. Glenelg beach is 30 minutes by tram.
Rent is lower than Sydney or Melbourne. South Australia also offers regional migration settings for some graduates.
CoE from Le Cordon Bleu Australia
Proof of funds for fees and living
Overseas Student Health Cover
English test at required level
Genuine Student statement
Valid passport and health check
Le Cordon Bleu accepts applications on a rolling basis. Apply three to four months ahead for the CoE and visa, earlier for the bachelor's degrees.
Culinary certificates start several times a year. Bachelor's degrees usually start in January and July.
The Student visa, subclass 500. Le Cordon Bleu Australia issues a Confirmation of Enrolment after you accept and pay the deposit; the application itself needs proof of funds, health cover (OSHC) and a Genuine Student statement.
Commercial cookery, patisserie, hospitality management and the hotel management degree are popular. Certificates need completed Year 12 or equivalent and IELTS 5.5; the degree needs IELTS 6.0.
Le Cordon Bleu offers a few scholarships each year, often tied to competitions or specific intakes. Ask admissions.
