Immerse yourself in the art of pastry making at BU’s Metropolitan College (MET). Led by highly respected pastry chefs, our hands-on pastry arts programs range from a 14-week professional-level intensive to 6-week, self-paced online courses. Gain the skills to make pastries and confections of all stripes.
Pastry Arts programs are available for credit, including as electives in the Master of Arts in Gastronomy and the Graduate Certificate in Food Studies. Learn how to register for credit.
Professional Pastry Arts Program
BU’s intensive, 14-week program in pastry arts provides the foundational skills and sensory knowledge necessary for entry level positions in restaurants and professional bake shops.
Pastry Arts 1 Online
This online baking course with Pastry Chef Janine Sciarappa demystifies pastry making and provides you with the tips and tricks to create stunning pastries from home.
Pastry Arts 2 Online
Building on skills gained in Pastry Arts 1 Online, try your hand at technically challenging, pastries and desserts from France to Italy, Eastern Europe, Scandinavia, and beyond.
Bake Like a Pro Class
This hands-on class is designed for beginners and aspiring cooks alike and guides you through the fundamentals of meal preparation, ingredient selection, and proper seasoning.
Why BU’s Pastry Arts Programs?
Comprehensive, Hands-On Training
Work with experienced pastry chefs to learn foundational and advanced techniques in baking and pastry arts.
Diverse Curriculum and Career Preparation
From artisan breads to specialty baking, gain the skills needed for entry-level positions or entrepreneurial ventures in the food industry.
State-of-the-Art Facilities and Resources
Benefit from a state-of-the-art demonstration kitchen, access to video lectures, and an extensive culinary library.
More Programs
Gastronomy and Food Studies
Hone your scholarship around society’s complex relationship with food throughout history.
Culinary Arts
BU’s full-time, chef-taught culinary arts program is the only one of its kind in the country.
Wine Studies
Explore the world of wine with a multi-course curriculum that will enhance expertise.
Cheese Studies
Examine the journey of cheese from farm to table, while learning hands-on techniques.