Cornell offers an in depth diploma course taught over a two year period: four modules in the first year lead to the New Zealand Certificate in Professional Cookery (level 4 ) four modules in the second year lead to the New Zealand Diploma in Cookery (Advanced) (Level 5) with strand in either Cookery or Patisserie. Students will learn everything required to prepare classical European dishes through to the creative innovations of modern cuisine.

Students must be 17 years of age or older, and physically able to complete the practical requirements of the course; Proof of English proficiency