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Carpigiani Gelato University

Carpigiani Gelato University runs gelato and business courses near Bologna, in class or streamed online. The 5-day Basic Gelato Course combines 30 hours of theory with 10 hours of hands-on lab practice for in-class students and includes a guided tour of the Gelato Museum. A certificate of participation is given for 80% attendance and passing the final exam.

Prices checked 1 Nov 2026

School website

Courses: 2Career course
From: €1,500per person, excl. VAT
Where: Anzola dell'Emilia (Bologna)Carpigiani campus outside Bologna (bus stop Anzola-Magli; highway exit Borgo Panigale)
Taught in: English, Italian, French, Spanishas stated by the school

Carpigiani Gelato University courses and prices

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Career course

Basic Gelato Course (premium in-class)

€1,500per person, excl. VATabout US$1,676

Length: 5 days · 10 h hands-on
Per day: about €300
Taught in: English, Italian, French, Spanish
Certificate: Attendance
Season: Next listed English date: Monday 18 January 2027

€1,830 VAT included. Lessons 9.00am-1.30pm theory, 2.30-4.30pm hands-on. Also sold online. Under-18s must email before registering. Course may change if minimum numbers not reached. Accommodation not mentioned.

School page: “1.500,00 € (1.830,00 € VAT incl.)”

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Career course

Gelato Business Week

€1,500per person, excl. VATabout US$1,676

Length: 5 days
Per day: about €300
Season: Monday 1 February 2027

40 hours, 5 days; business models, operation and return on investment.

School page: “1.500,00 € (1.830,00 € VAT incl.)”

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How Carpigiani Gelato University compares

At €1,500, Carpigiani Gelato University’s lowest published price is higher than 0 of 1 similar career course prices we list in Bologna. Price is only one part: compare the length, group size and what is included on each card.

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Carpigiani Gelato University: questions

How much does Carpigiani Gelato University cost?

The lowest price Carpigiani Gelato University publishes is €1,500 per person, excl. VAT for “Basic Gelato Course (premium in-class)”. Its other published prices run up to €1,500. We read these on the school’s website on 2026-11-01; check the school’s page before you book.

How long are the courses at Carpigiani Gelato University?

Basic Gelato Course (premium in-class): 5 days. Gelato Business Week: 5 days.

How do I book Carpigiani Gelato University?

Book directly with the school through its website (www.gelatouniversity.com/en/home). Cookweeks does not take bookings or payments. For multi-day courses you can also send us your dates and we will ask the school for you.

What language is Carpigiani Gelato University taught in?

The school’s pages mention English and Italian and French and Spanish.