Structure.

The schedule and syllabus are designed to provide a structured yet flexible learning experience.  Below, there is an outline of the course schedule, structure, and expectations to ensure a comprehensive understanding and optimal learning outcome.

Course Philosophy:

• Living Syllabus: Our syllabus is dynamic and designed to adapt and evolve. We encourage you to engage with each week’s topic as it is presented, refraining from skipping ahead to fully absorb and reflect on the material.
• Integrated Learning: The course is structured to intertwine theoretical knowledge with practical application. Live tutorials on Tuesdays will introduce you to the theoretical aspects, which you are then encouraged to apply practically through baking and analysis over the weekend.
• Focus on Health Outcomes: Central to this module is the exploration of bread’s impact on health. We delve into the effects of industrially produced bread, the benefits of wholegrain, and the transformative nature of sourdough, utilizing case studies and research to inform our understanding.

In the syllabus you will find:

• Guided Week by Week Learning Resources: A curated list of resources is provided to support your learning journey. These resources are structured to complement the weekly topics, offering depth and context.
• Interactive Libraries in the Menus: Our libraries are continuously updated and expanded. While you are encouraged to explore these resources freely, please note that the core material essential for your graduation recipe will be explicitly outlined in the syllabus.

Course Structure:

• Duration: The course spans one year, with an additional year provided for the submission and refinement of your graduation recipe. This structure has evolved over a decade of teaching as it allows for an immersive learning experience, with ample opportunity for review, application, and development.
• Repetition and Depth: The two-year span also allows for a BALM comprehensive overview, giving you the the opportunity to revisit topics, and the time to understand the subject in order to aooly the knowledge to your graduation recipe.
• Interactive and Responsive: The course is designed to be responsive to your interests and needs. If there’s a specific topic you’re interested in that hasn’t been covered, it may be integrated into the library, reflecting our absolute commitment to a tailored and responsive learning environment.

Live Sessions and Interaction:

• Engagement: Live sessions are relaxed, fun and friendly but they are your platform to clarify doubts, ask questions, and engage with the content in real-time.
• Responsiveness: It is your interests and queries that help shape the  content of the live sessions, If you do not engage with the topic then the time is wasted.  Please take the time to send in your questions.
• It is your feedback and questions that stimulate the addition of new recipes and features in response to your student interest.

Completion and Graduation:

• Flexible Learning: The two-year period provides flexibility, ensuring you can absorb, apply, and refine your knowledge and skills at a comfortable pace.
• Graduation Recipe: Your graduation recipe is a culmination of your learning, a chance to showcase the depth of your understanding and creativity.

Our course structure is designed with your professional development in mind. We value your engagement, encourage your curiosity, and are committed to providing a rich learning environment. We look forward to your unique contributions and to witnessing your growth and achievements throughout this course.