Masters in - Le Cordon Bleu
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Masters in - Le Cordon Bleu
Masters in Haute Cuisine An alliance for advanced training The alliance between Le Cordon Bleu Madrid and the Francisco de Vitoria University (UFV) has made possible the development of different programmes in the Madrid School, such as designing the Degree in Gastronomy, thus allowing the development of graduate and postgraduate degree programmes in the areas of nutrition, food, catering and hotel management, plus advanced research projects. Both institutions are complementary in the search for excellence, in promoting teamwork and in the development of leadership skills. These values, together with a great teaching staff, modern facilities and a curriculum that is constantly being updated, guarantee the best training within the context of the sector’s requirements. André J. Cointreau Daniel Sada Castaño For over 120 years Le Cordon Bleu has offered the best training in the culinary arts whilst maintaining the same philosophy: striving for excellence through practical training. The UFV was born more than twenty years ago with a challenging goal; train professionals capable of changing their environment. President of Le Cordon Bleu Its methodology is based on preparing recipes through which achieve the culinary techniques that, in turn, are the basis for training in the skills required in the international cuisine sector. Le Cordon Bleu is constantly embedding new technologies from the classic cuisine by and through the expansion of its programmes to the graduate and postgraduate levels. - 02 Le Cordon Bleu Madrid - Rector of the Francisco de Vitoria University (UFV) Integrated into an international educational network, the UFV is now a university with prestige in the professional field for its ability to maximize the capabilities of each of its students through a comprehensive training project. The search for excellence, the rigorous training, the passion for learning, the spirit of entrepreneurship and of service to the client and to society are shared values in this alliance. Le Cordon Bleu Founded in Paris in 1895 and with over 120 years of experience in highlevel culinary training. Le Cordon Bleu stands out for its focus on mastering techniques. Programmes geared to the demands of international haute cuisine, provide students a solid foundation to help develop their potential and creativity in their professional performance. Le Cordon Bleu has opened more than 50 schools worldwide and currently has a student community of over 20,000 students of 70 different nationalities. This makes Le Cordon Bleu the only truly educator in the culinary Arts, Hospitality and Tourism Management. Le Cordon Bleu Madrid Madrid is the third European School of this prestigious French institution, after the historical schools of Paris and London. Along with the traditional programmes of Cuisine, Pastry and Bakery, Le Cordon Bleu Madrid has launched the Spanish Cuisine Diploma, specializing in techniques, recipes and ingredients typical of the cuisine of Spain. Thanks to the success of the course and its international demand, today the Spanish Cuisine programmes are also taught with English translation. Le Cordon Bleu Madrid shares and promotes the values that have made this institution the most prestigious and revered cooking school in the world: • The untiring pursuit of excellence, a constant attitude of improvement and of attention to detail. Maintaining the highest standards of culinary excellence. • • Rigour in the learning of high level cooking techniques. • Knowledge, vision and passion for culinary arts. Motivated discipline, constancy in individual working and in team work. - Le Cordon Bleu Madrid 03 - Living the Spanish Experience - in Madrid Madrid is a vibrant City that boasts and where the student can find both modernity and tradition living together in every corner. It´s great gastronomic variety make Madrid the perfect destination for our international students. its Gastronomic Markets for instance. These are more than just markets, these are places lined with bars with the best and most varied national and international gourmet food. Madrid is the food capital of Spain. It has a vast array of culinary options, from traditional national dishes to the most sophisticated and avant-garde creations. Madrid has around 3,100 restaurants, but only a select few have been awarded stars by the renowned Michelin Guide. They’re DiverXO (three stars); Santceloni, La Terraza Del Casino, Sergi Arola, Ramon Freixa Madrid and El Club Allard (two stars); and Kabuki, Kabuki Wellington, DSTAgE, Álbora, La Cabra and Punto MX (one star). In addition, on the outskirts of the city are four one-star restaurants: Coque, Casa José, Chirón and Montia. All of them serve worldclass food and offer excellent service. The students can go out for “tapas”, small snacks or appetizers served with a glass of beer, wine, etc., in bars and restaurants. Meet new people, try new things and truly experience Spain. With time, “tapas” have become a veritable culinary art and a feast for the senses. The students will discover many of the traditional tapas as well as the more avant-garde ones within Spain is a world reference in the new gastronomy, thanks to the milestones reached by genius as Ferrán Adriá. We are the country with the highest number of restaurants within the 10 best restaurants of the world, El Celler de Can Roca in Girona, which has the first position at a global level in 2015. Spain is one of the world´s largest power in the gastronomic world, the gastronomy contributes more than 10% of its GDP (Gross Domestic Product). *169 Michelin Star Restaurants in Spain. (Data from 2015) Discover, Spain & Europe Public transportation is one of the greatest symbols of the evolution of Madrid. It will only take the student a few minutes to move around thanks to Madrid´s, being one of the most developed and cheapest subways in the world. How to get to Le Cordon Bleu Madrid The UFV offers students coming from Madrid free buses with a long service schedule with routes from Aluche, Moncloa and the Student Residences and Plaza Castilla from October until June. 2 In just a few minutes, the student can leave the hustle and bustle of the city behind and discover the areas around Madrid. Because the bus and train network connects the city center with the surroundings of Madrid. Day Trips to cities like Ávila, Córdoba, Salamanca, El Escorial (Monastery) and Toledo are just a small example of all the possibilities being the center of Spain offers our students. And by High Speed train (AVE) the student can visit the most important cities of Spain in the wink of an eye: By traveling through the many regions of Spain and its surrounding countries the students can immerse themselves in culture. Spain is a beautiful country full of wonderful places to discover. From the snowcapped mountains in the north, to a dramatic coastline in the west and the majestic shores on the Mediterranean. Spain has something for everyone. With its diverse history one can travel back in time with Celtic, Roman, Moorish, Jewish and Islamic architecture all over the country. While experiencing the history enjoy the amazing cuisine. From Madrid’s’ airport Barajas, the student can travel al around Europe. In approximately 2 hours you can reach any principal city in Europe; Paris, London, Rome, Lisbon or Amsterdam. 3 1 4 1 Madrid -- Sevilla With AVE in 2h. 30m. 3 Madrid -- Valencia With AVE in 1h. 30m. 2 Madrid -- Barcelona With AVE in 2h. 15m. 4 Madrid -- Córdoba With AVE in 1h. 40m. london Amsterdam paris rome madrid 1 Madrid -- London By plane in 2h. 20m. 3 Madrid -- Paris By plane in 2h. 10m. 2 Madrid -- Amsterdam By plane in 2h. 35m. 4 Madrid -- Rome By plane in 2h. 30m. Methodology The demonstration classes These are the main scenario of the transmission of knowledge in the school. As the Chef develops the recipes of the programme, he explains the techniques and shows the students the steps to be followed in the practical sessions. The recipes serve as support for the teaching of techniques and are the basis for the development of the skills of the future professionals. Le Cordon Bleu Madrid is equipped with three demonstration classrooms with a fully equipped, where the chefs deliver their explanations. To follow the demonstrations in detail the student has screens distributed around the room and a sloping ceiling-mounted mirror, which reflects the chef’s worktop. The session ends with a tasting that helps students educate their palate and develop their skills in the decoration and presentation of dishes. The practical sessions Tutorials After the demonstration class, the students practice the techniques they have learned through by replicating individually what they’ve seen in the demonstration. The tutorial system is designed to accompany students in their academic development, identifying their strengths and weaknesses and the areas needing special attention and improvement. These classrooms have a maximum capacity of sixteen students with a work-position for each one. These are carried out during each certificate through personal interviews and by monitoring the action plan of every student. They are equipped with advanced professional systems and equipment where students are working under the direct supervision of the chef. This plan includes not only improvement actions in the short term, but also the way the student will approach best his professional future. Each piece of their work is evaluated at the end of each class. Aspects such as mastering the techniques, organization and cleanness of the workplace, as well as the final result regarding presentation and the flavour of the plate are valued. The goal of this continuous evaluation is to monitor each student throughout their learning process. The students have free access to the teaching and academic staff their teachers and support staff of the School for any queries they might have. - 06 Le Cordon Bleu Madrid - Our Chefs From tradition to modernity, the gastronomic wealth we have inherited is now more valuable than ever. The preserving and sharing of this legacy is essential for gastronomy to continue to move forward with the meaning and dimension it deserves The Team of Chefs Le Cordon Bleu Chef is much more than an instructor. He is a mentor that inspires and guides students even after graduation. Le Cordon Bleu Chef aims to become a master. The teaching-Chefs are selected after a thorough analysis of their professional curriculum and after accomplishing several practical tests. They also go through a process of internal training until they reach the level set for professional teaching in our schools network. This training is complemented at the UFV by updating programmes in technical and teaching skills. The professional future of the student Those students that through dedication and effort obtain the level required by the team of chefs, have the possibility to apply for an internship in restaurants, bakeries, hotel chains and catering companies, once they have obtained their diploma. Graduates of Le Cordon Bleu are valued worldwide for their mastery of the techniques and attitudes and skills developed during their training at the School. Erwan Poudoulec Technical Director - Le Cordon Bleu Madrid 07 - Academic offer Le Cordon Bleu programmes show students the basic principles and techniques of haute cuisine, and brings them towards the trends and needs of the sector. Currently, the school offers high-level training in the areas of Cooking, Pastry, Bakery and Spanish cuisine. The academic offer presents a large variety of programmes tailored to different interests and training requirements: intensive professional training programmes, diplomas and certificates, a university degree and short courses for amateurs. Le Cordon Bleu Madrid offers the possibility to follow up its diplomas and certificates in different ways*: Standard: the regular hours, between 8.00 and 21.30, Monday to Friday. This schedule is available for January, April and October intakes. Weekend: Friday afternoon from 18.00 pm and Saturdays from 8.00 am to 18.00 pm. Intensive: it allows you to study the basic certificates in a shorter period of time. This schedule is available in the months of July, August or September. Cuisine Pastry Spanish Cuisine A programme developed to understand the techniques of haute cuisine, to understand the culinary processes and to learn to interact with products. With a solid and complete training, students develop their creative potential and become able to express their own vision of gastronomy. Schedules available: standard, intensive, and weekend. Inspired by the pursuit of perfection and mastery of technique, it combines the classical traditional pastry, with the signature creations of modern baking. The student will work through the pastry bases and, in just nine months, they will be able to sculpt their designs in chocolate and sugar. Le Cordon Bleu Madrid has designed a programme in which the students will achieve the origins of the Spanish Cuisine. They will be specializing in the most essential techniques, recipes and ingredients of Spanish Cuisine, a style of cooking which is now pioneer in innovation and research. This programme is taught exclusively in Le Cordon Bleu Madrid and now also translated into English. Schedules available: standard, intensive and weekend. Diploma and Certificates Diploma and Certificates Among our titles the Grand Diplôme® is the most recognized Le Cordon Bleu programme throughout the world, which integrates the diplomas of Cuisine and Pastry. Cuisine Diploma Grand Diplôme ® (540 hours) (900 hours) Pastry Diploma (360 hours) - 08 Le Cordon Bleu Madrid - Basic Certificate (180h) Intermediate Certificate (180h) Superior Certificate (180h) Basic Certificate (120h) Intermediate Certificate (120h) Superior Certificate (120h) *The school reserves the right to modify, add or delete the time schedules offered. Diploma and Certificates diploma in Basic Certificate (120h) Intermediate Certificate (120h) (360 hours) Superior Certificate (120h) High Bakery Short Courses Degree in Gastronomy The new diploma composed of the programmes “Basic bakery” and “Advanced bakery” rescues the whole tradition of this trade, to improve and professionalize its processes, with the help of technique and new technologies. It is an artisanal journey from breads of the French tradition, such as the baguette and pain au levain to the world of viennoiserie - with the croissant, brioche and pain au chocolat. Short duration programmes that can be taken from the age of eight, being aimed at passionate people wanting to keep up in the world of cooking and baking. Always guided by a chef, there is a wide variety of short courses: from assisting a demonstration class in the daily life of the school to workshops on various subjects such as the classics like French macarons or foie gras, amongst others. Le Cordon Bleu Madrid and the Francisco de Vitoria University (UFV) have jointly developed an official university degree program. Gastronomy is part of the cultural expression of people and therefore it has become the subject of academic study in many places in the world. Now, those interested in training in disciplines such as catering, gastronomy and hospitality may do so in Madrid, with the help of these two leading institutions. Diploma and Certificates High Bakery Diploma (240 hours) Diverse themes Please consult the short courses available on our web www.lcbmadrid.com/cursos-cortos University Degree Basic Bakery (120h) Advanced Bakery (120h) - Le Cordon Bleu Madrid 09 - Grand D Grand Diplôme ® is the most complete and prestigious culinary qualification nowadays. Its structure, made up of diplomas in cooking and pastry, enables one to dominate both of the disciplines, encouraging the development of professional skills and enhancing their creativity. Cuisine Diploma From day one, the assimilation of the theoretical concepts explained in the demonstration class is reinforced with practical classes in the kitchen: cuts, cooking methods, base sauces; gradually, the development of techniques become more complex and the students delve deeper into the material learnt. Basic Certificate (180 hours) Certificate in food hygiene Course on the prevention of occupational risks Operation of kitchens and their equipment Operation, maintenance and sharpening of knives Stocks, broths and base sauces Technical culinary terms Base masses Soups creams and basic stews Preliminary preparations and cooking techniques of vegetables Emulsified sauces Eggs: uses and cooking techniques Preliminary preparations and cuts flat and round fish Techniques of cooking seafood Elementary butchery Introduction to birds. Cooking techniques Introduction to offal. Cooking techniques - 10 Le Cordon Bleu Madrid - The knowledge of the products and their most appropriate treatments will be key to internalize the processes and complement other necessary concepts for the understanding of modern cuisine. With greater agility and a more profound focus, students work with a variety of quality products and prepare dishes worthy of the greatest restaurants, introducing cutting-edge techniques. Intermediate Certificate (180 hours) Gastronomic journey through the different regions of France. Knowledge of wide range of products: poultry, meat, seafood and vegetables. Additional techniques and elaborations to the basic techniques Fundamentals of foie gras Fundamentals of fresh pasta Development of hot salads Introduction to trateur: work in cold chain, processing and presentation Introduction to the traditional French pastries Introduction to charcuterie and the different fillings Superior Certificate (180 hours) Advanced techniques cooking Advanced tasks of meat processing: cutting and boning: Advanced techniques and their culinary uses Development of recipes with high quality products The market cuisine: visit to Mercamadrid Introduction to French haute pastry Introduction to modern cuisine Decorating techniques and plating Introduction to the amuse bouche French cuisine of great restaurants Diplôme® The methodology combines Le Cordon Bleu chef demonstrations with practical sessions, a plan of 900 hours of comprehensive training dedicated to hone the talents of each student. The Grand Diplôme® lasts 30 weeks and you can choose between the following intakes: January, April, July and October. It is usually taught for 6 hours a day, from Monday to Friday. Pastry Diploma The introduction into the world of pastry provides students with basic knowledge and practice in the basic techniques. Through the origin and history of products, they are made aware of their properties and study the processes, depending on the different combinations. The development of the techniques and the classic preparations, allows the approach to the haute pastry. As the level of difficulty increases, issues Basic Certificate (120 hours) Certificate in food hygiene Course on the prevention of occupational risks Basic creams and their derivatives Different kinds of meringues Biscuits and petits fours Base doughs and their technical applications Sponge cakes Travel cakes: cakes and rustic pies Viennoiserie: flaky pastries with and without fresh yeast The pastry sleeve: management, use and application in decorative work Culinary technical terms Teamwork and agility in the execution of different processes Introduction to traditional pastries such as creativity and design play a greater role. With a full base and a solid understanding of the techniques, students delve into the working methods and analyse the environment of the haute pastry. The journey through the textures, volumes and finishes, ends with artistic creations in chocolate and sugar and the making of desert tables and buffets. Intermediate Certificate (120 hours) Modern glazed cakes Classic cakes Soufflés Fermented doughs Boutique pastry Macaroons and all their secrets Restaurant desserts (hot and cold) Introducing confectionery The tempering of chocolate and its various applications Cake decorating techniques Superior Certificate (120 hours) Classic pies with application of modern techniques Tempered chocolate and cake decorating techniques Artistic pieces of chocolate Centrepieces for buffets Restaurant desserts Restauration breads Introduction to sugar: stretch and blow Modern cakes with emphasis on individual boutique pieces Sweet buffet: mignardises and petits fours Introduction to savoury pastries - Le Cordon Bleu Madrid 11 - Spanish Cuisine Diploma For centuries, Spanish cuisine has been marked by home-made recipes handed down from parent to child. Because of the country’s history, climate and geography, the differences in cuisine by Spanish regions have grown and today allow the student to enjoy a wide variety of products and top quality elaborations. Thanks to continuous development promoted by tradition and now by individual cuisine, Spanish gastronomy has gained great interest worldwide. By specializing in techniques, recipes and the most characteristic ingredients of Spanish cuisine, this diploma allows the student to learn Le Cordon Bleu techniques and work in haute cuisine. It is taught exclusively at Le Cordon Bleu Madrid and can be completed either in Spanish or in English. It is a nine-month program consisting of three certificates: basic, intermediate and superior. It lasts 30 weeks and each week the student has two demonstration sessions and two practice sessions of three hours each. Basic Certificate (120 hours) Certificate in food hygiene Course on the prevention of occupational risks Functioning of the kitchens and their equipment Operation, maintenance and sharpening of knives Stocks, broths and base sauces Technical culinary terms Elaborations and classical techniques of Spanish gastronomy Basic sauces of Spanish and international cuisine Introduction to egg and potato processing Main Spanish stews Pulses, rice and mycology Doughs Preliminary preparations and cuts of flat and round fish Techniques of cooking seafood Traditional preparation of roasts, stews and marinades Iberian ham and olive oil: introduction to the D.O., tastings - 12 Le Cordon Bleu Madrid - Intermediate Certificate (120 hours) Gastronomic journey through the different regions of Spain Introduction to traditional pastries Combination of “sea and land” elaborations The Iberian pig: knowledge of the breed and its characteristics Preparation of stuffings Introduction to game Perfection of the cooking-points of food Advanced cutting techniques and presentation Classic and current Tapas: preparation and presentation Introduction to molecular cuisine: siphon foams, textures, dehydrated and smoked Superior Certificate (120 hours) New breakthrough technologies, low temperature cooking, spherifications and textures Development and application of different vanguard techniques Advanced techniques in the cooking of game Development of illusions and deconstructions of traditional dishes Visit to Mercamadrid (Spain’s most important market) Introduction to Spanish high-pastries Developing recipes with products of high quality and unusual ingredients Introduction to pasta Introduction to sustainable seasonal cuisine Development of personal creativity High Bakery Diploma The hands of the craftsman and the heat of the oven are the origin of the bread that presides at the table of numerous homes. Mixing everyday ingredients such as grain, water, salt and yeast has been instrumental in the development of cultures around the world for centuries. However, today, bread has gone from being a staple to become the protagonist of many gastronomic proposals. Therefore, and considering the growing demand for craft and fresh products, Le Cordon Bleu Madrid has designed the High Bakery Diploma: a programme where techniques and new technologies come together to improve and professionalize processes, preserving all the tradition of the trade. This programme presents an overview through raw materials and basic techniques of high bakery and selected pastries. The diploma starts with the Basic Bakery, a programme that starts with the study of cereals, flour and ferments. The student will be introduced in the process, experimenting with the fabrication of natural yeasts, through to baking the crustiest of breads. Through a practical session’s methodology, a solid understanding of the fundamentals of High Bakery and professional terminology will be achieved, culminating their knowledge with the Advanced Bakery programme. It is a programme of six months consisting of two certificates: Basic Bakery and Advanced Bakery. Like the other programs, it can be attended via separate certificates. Basic Bakery Advanced Bakery Certificate in food hygiene Course on the prevention of occupational risks Explanation and use of equipment and machinery Flour: presentation, explanation and use of a wide range Terms and definitions of professional vocabulary Explanation of the classic techniques and different methods Introduction to viennoiserie and base doughs of bakery Kneading machines and by hand Hand moulding Working with poolish and autolysis Introduction to the doughs with fresh yeast Preparation of traditional French breads Working with pâte morte Sourdough: development, maintenance and use Preparation of sourdough bakery Wide variety of French and international sourdough breads Introduction to breads of the world with specific flours Restaurant breads Gluten-free breads and other varieties Live and recorded working Shape by hand bread Introduction to savoury pastries (120 hours) (120 hours) - Le Cordon Bleu Madrid 13 - Degree in Gastronomy Degree in Gastronomy University degree Mention “Haute Cuisine” Mention “Hoteles y Restaurantes” Humanities, leadership and management skills Humanities, leadership and management skills Related Sciences Related Sciences Business and Hospitality Management Business and Hospitality Management Culinary Arts Culinary Arts - 14 Le Cordon Bleu Madrid - The degree in Gastronomy of the University Francisco de Vitoria was born as a project of integral formation, which pursues the development of management and leadership skills of future professionals of gastronomy, catering and hospitality. Its approach, guided by the vision and experience of Le Cordon Bleu in the field of haute cuisine and hospitality, promotes the international projection of the student, within the ambit of a sector that increasingly demands high-level training in its teams. The curriculum, designed around the areas of business, food, hospitality, arts and sciences, offers a multidisciplinary education that includes teaching and learning in three languages: Spanish, English and French. Thanks to the support of the international network of school Le Cordon Bleu, the Degree in Gastronomy offers the possibility to study part of their degree at universities in other continents, such as the University of South Australia and the Anahuac Universities of Mexico. The structure of the degree proposes that students have two years of common training, which culminates with a specialisation in two possible areas: “Haute Cuisine” and “Hotels and Restaurants”. Alumni Mahtab Mohsenpour Cuisine Diploma It is a very tough program, the exams are very important and the course must be taken seriously, dedicating time to it, but it is possible, and certainly worthwhile. It is a personal challenge and you decide how much you want to get out of it and just how big you can make the experience. The commitment of the teachers is unconditional and, in the end, it’s amazing to realize how much you have changed and everything you’ve learnt. Here you’ll learn everything. They teach you that, whatever challenge you take up, you´ll be able to overcome it. I would recommend it to anyone who likes cooking and really wants to learn. Eduardo Agudo Grand Diplôme ® Carlos Linero Noguera Spanish Cuisine Diploma I am speechless; it has far exceeded my expectations. Especially having learnt from great chefs; TEACHERS in capital letters. All in all a great family of which I am enormously proud to be part of. Life has given me a second chance. Cristóbal Muñoz Grand Diplôme ® For me it has been a stage in life where I could only gain: gain knowledge, gain friends, gain experience and the desire to better myself every day. Gabriela Steegmann Grand Diplôme ® I love this school, I miss it very much and would love to be able to return. In nine months they teach you everything you would have learned at another school in years. It is very intense and you have to practice a lot but the rewards are great. - Le Cordon Bleu Madrid 15 - Admission Process Submitting the application form and necessary documentation Personal interview Step 1 Communication of admission Step 2 Book a place Step 3 Enrolment Step 4 Step 1: Personal interview Certificate of Enrolment Having assessed the application and documents received for admission, the candidate will be summoned for an interview. Residents outside Madrid or Spain can do the interview by phone or videoconference (Skype or similar). Once all enrolment documentation and proof of payment has been received, the school will send the student a “Certificate of Enrolment” confirming the registration of the student which is required document to apply for a student visa, if appropriate. (For more information see next page) Step 2: Communication of Admission The school will communicate their admission to the student by letter. This letter of acceptance and the attached documents are essential so as to continue the enrolment process. Step 3: Book a place The admitted student has to book their place if they do not want to lose the right to enrol. The application fee must be made in the ten days after the emission date of the letter of admission. Once completed, the student must submit the bank receipt or proof of payment to admisionescordonbleu@ ufv.es. If the application fee is not made within 10 days of the emission date, the student will not have guaranteed their place. Step 4: Enrolment Once the place has been booked, you will receive everything necessary to proceed with the enrolment documentation. This documentation must be completed, signed and returned to school with the payment of the remaining tuition fee at least eight weeks before the beginning of the course. Only students who have paid for the entire program within the period indicated will be enrolled and will begin classes. If there were places remaining available and the student submits their request within the 8 weeks before the start of the course, the admission process and payment terms will be those set by the School. - 16 Le Cordon Bleu Madrid - Equipment & Uniforms All students enrolled for the first time in the school certificates or diplomas will receive two uniforms and professional knife set with the utensils needed for the development of classes just as with the content of all recipes of each certificate. Enrolment in the Degree in Gastronomy The admission process for undergraduate and graduate programmes is carried out at the University Francisco de Vitoria. How to apply for a Student Visa Non- European Union residents have to apply for a student visa at the Consulate or Spanish Embassy in its home country by presenting the “Certificate of Enrolment” and the other documents required in each case. The student will have to start this process minimum three months before the beginning of the course, to avoid problems with the timing of granting a visa. There are 2 types of Student Visa you can apply for, depending on the duration of the program you’re planning to apply for and, if you are planning or not to extent your stay once you finish this program: • • LONG DURATION VISA APPLICATION (TYPE D): For stays exceeding 90 days. SHORT DURATION VISA APPLICATION SCHENGEN (TYPE C): For stays below 90 days. (check your country of residence in the following list http://www.exteriores.gob.es/Portal/es/ServiciosAlCiudadano/ InformacionParaExtranjeros/Documents/listapaisesvisado.pdf) Health Insurance In addition, the student will also need to have a Health Assurance coverage during their stay in Spain. The health assurance company will have to cover students against any kind of disease or accident, and has to be able to deliver health care in Spain, meaning, that the assured will have access to any medical Centre offered by the assurance company. If the students stays more than 1 year, the assurance policy will have to be renewed. (Visit www.lcbmadrid.com for more information) Take advantage and Learn Spanish To live the utmost Spanish experience, the students can learn Spanish during their stay here. We offer the following courses, which take place at our university campus: Intensive Spanish Language and Culture Course (four weeks duration): This course is a wonderful way for the student to improve his/hers Spanish language skills, while deepening the understanding of Spanish history and culture, getting to know the vibrant and diverse city of Madrid. Diploma of Spanish as a Foreign Language (DELE): These are official qualifications accrediting levels of competence and command of the Spanish language, issued by the Instituto Cervantes on behalf of Ministry of Education, Culture and Sport of Spain. The University Francisco de Vitoria is an official DELE examination center. Living in Madrid We recommend several alternatives for our students to choose from so they can find whatever suits them best: If a student wishes to live as close as possible to the School, we recommend the surrounding areas of Pozuelo de Alarcón, Majadahonda, Aravaca and Las Rozas. These are the nearest districts to le Cordon bleu Madrid. The student will save time, since he/she will get to the school quickly and will live in a more relaxing environment than the City center. The prices in this area are not that high especially taking into account that it is one of the best areas in the Community of Madrid regarding entertainment and living quality. Zona Noroeste Zona Norte Majadahonda Pozuelo Aravaca Zona Suroeste Madrid Capital Zona Sur Zona Noreste Zona Sureste Or the student can stay on the campus where you can find the Student Residence of the University. Another option could be other student dorms in the Universities area of Madrid (Ciudad Universitaria) or Moncloa. This area is only 15 minutes away from the City Center and has the advantage of free transportation through the school busses of the UFV in the programmed schedules. There are several options for housing in Madrid, so herewith we sum up some of them that can help the student to find the perfect place. (Visit www.lcbmadrid.com for more information) If the student prefers to live in the heart of the city and experience the daily life in the Capital of Spain, renting an apartment in Madrid would be the best option. The student will be surrounded by the culture and entertainment the city has to offer and in approximately 20 minutes he student will be able to get to Le Cordon Bleu Madrid. The student must keep in mind that whatever he/she chooses, it is very important to have access to a well-equipped kitchen in which the student will be able to practice, knowing the student is applying for a practical cooking program. These are the nearest districts to le Cordon bleu Madrid. The student will save time, since he/she will get to the school quickly and will live in a more relaxing environment than the City center. The prices in this area are not that high especially taking into account that it is one of the best areas in the Community of Madrid regarding safety, entertainment and living quality. - 18 Le Cordon Bleu Madrid - Because we want to ensure that our students experience at our School and in Madrid, is they can meet and solve any doubts or questions they may have regarding accommodation, life in Madrid, costs, the admission process, student visa etc. They will be more than happy to assist our future students in whatever they may need. Le Cordon Bleu Schools Documents for the Admission Application Form filled in and signed “Acceptance of our conditions, admission regulations and payment method” signed. Photocopy of your ID/Passport Motivation letter, indicating your professional goals and reasons why you´ve chosen Le Cordon Bleu Madrid. Between 300 and 500 words. A passport-size photograph Proof, where appropriate, that you´ve completed previously a course in Le Cordon Bleu www.facebook.com/lcbmadrid www.twitter.com/lcbmadrid www.youtube.com/LeCordonBleuMadrid Todos los derechos reservados. Este documento no tiene carácter contractual. Ha sido impreso en 2015 y puede estar sujeto a cambios sin previo aviso