Food Science and Nutrition
If you enjoy cooking and want to develop your practical skills as well as learning about healthy eating and the science behind the food we eat, then this is the course for you! Not only do we develop practical cooking skills which are a fundamental life skill, we prepare you for the world of Food Science and Nutrition careers that are available today. From Sports Nutritionalist, to Dietician, to Chefs or even Food Engineers. The Food and Drink Industry is one of the largest sectors across the globe – everyone has to eat every single day – thus there will always be jobs available! |
Course Name | Level 3 Food Science and Nutrition |
Course Type: | Level 3 Diploma |
Examination/Coursework: |
Year 12: 1 written exam (50%) (summer of Year 12), 1 NEA (50%) Year 13: 1 NEA (25%), 1 Externally marked NEA style exam (25%) and 50% of Year 12 final outcome |
Exam Board: | WJEC |
Entrance Criteria: |
Standard Sixth Form entry plus Grade 5 in GCSE Food & Nutrition or Grade 5 in Science |
Topics & Areas Covered: |
As mentioned under the heading of AS/A level, giving a breakdown of Year 12 and Year 13 |
Career Pathways: |
Not only will your subject specific skills be valuable but this course also offers skills thats can be utilised for many different aspects of the food world, with jobs in marketing, teaching, safety, quality management, nutrition, and sales. Some examples of possible job roles include:
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Additional Information: |
Trips to our established Food Industry connections:
There are also a wide variety of leadership opportunities available from opportunities to support and mentor younger years, feeding the homeless, leading student impact groups and much more! |
AS/A-Level: |
Year 12:
Year 13:
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