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Pies and Pastries

Course code: P02734

Subject area: Cookery

Study level: Part Time

Course level:

Course details

Course time:

18:45 - 20:45

Days of week:

Monday

Course date:

12th Jan 2026 - 23rd Mar 2026

Course location:

Gosford Hill School

Contact details

Email:

enquiries@abingdon-witney.ac.uk

Phone:

01235 555 585

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The intent of this course is to introduce you to baking, using recipes that are healthy, tasty and easy for you to reproduce at home.
During the course you will be learning the basic recipes for making cakes and pies from different European and Asian countries. This course covers the techniques, skills, and baking science behind making sweet and savoury pies and cakes. You’ll examine each stage of the recipe in detail and learn how and why each part of the recipe and pastry making process works.

"Please note there is no class on 16/02/2026.Free parking. No refreshments available at venue, please bring with you. The school have a Nut-Free Policy - no foods containting nuts."

What next?
After finishing the course, you could choose another one from a range of cookery courses available in the college.
Entry criteria
No skills or prior knowledge are required before starting the course. The course is suitable for the complete beginner or for those who wish to broaden their skills in the kitchen.
Fee information
You will need to buy food ingredients. You will receive an email before the start of the course, informing you of the ingredients and equipment you will need for your first lesson.

As part of your course we may organise trips to assist you with your learning. Trips are optional, and you will not be penalised if you choose not to participate.

There are bursaries available to help you with other course costs. Call 01235 216 212 for more information.

The rules on fee reduction are complicated and we would encourage you to talk to our Admissions staff on 01235 216 400 to discuss your options. You can find more information on our Fees and Bursaries page - search "Fees and Bursaries" at the top of the page.

19+ Fee:

£192.00

19+ Reduced Fee:

£96.00

Qualifications received
As this is a non-accredited course, there is no formal qualification. However, you will be asked to complete activities that demonstrate how you are progressing on your course.
Learning & method assessment
You will receive step by step instructions accompanied by demonstrations, PowerPoint presentations and videos. An assessment will be carried out by observation and food testing.

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