Culinary Science/Culinology

Culinary Science/Culinology is an associate degree program offered by Bastyr University, a private nonprofit institution located in Kenmore, Washington. This program falls within the culinary science and culinology field (CIP 12.0509) and combines food science principles with culinary arts training, preparing students for roles that bridge professional cooking and food product development.

Bastyr University is known for its focus on natural health and science-based education, which distinguishes its approach to culinary training from traditional cooking programs. Students in this associate program can expect coursework covering food chemistry, nutrition, culinary techniques, and food systems, with an emphasis on whole foods and health-oriented preparation methods relevant to food service, product development, and wellness-focused culinary careers.