Food Science & Nutrition: Level 3 Applied Diploma

For entry into the Sixth Form to study 3 A' Levels, students are required to achieve 5 grades at 9-5 (or where applicable A*-C) including English Language and Mathematics at Grade 4 or above.

In exceptional cases, students that do not reach the entry criteria based on their attainment in English or mathematics will be admitted to the 6th form with the addition of GCSE retake classes in the appropriate subject to their timetable. This based on 6th form discretion.

While we would encourage students to study 3 A levels, in exceptional cases and following conversation at interview we may support a student to study 4. All students will have the option to study for Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) alongside their A levels.

A grade 6 is recommended in any subject that a student wishes to continue at A Level. Students are welcome to discuss entry criteria for specific subjects and to ensure that their subject choices match their goals and aspirations.

Students wishing to study Mathematics require a grade 6 and in Further Maths require a Grade 7 in the subject at GCSE.

Food Science & Nutrition : WJEC Level 3

The course has four sections, only one of which contains a written exam. The other three sections are assessed with a blend of practical and portfolio task. The main sections are Nutrition, Food Safety & Hygiene, Food Science and current issues in food production including environmental and ethical considerations. The course will be taught through practical cookery, food science experiments and theory lessons. Students will be given the opportunity to work cater for school events and visit professional food establishments

We love teaching this course because: It is a great foundation for a career in any job in the food industry. There is great variety and range of content which focuses on real life issues facing the world. It suits both more scientific and practical learners as develops academic and skills for the workplace at eh same time. It’s a great course so students can maintain an interest in food but don’t want to commit to a vocational course and limit their career options. Our students say: “I wanted to continuing studying food as I real love it but didn’t want to be a chef but this course lets me keep learning about food but get a academic qualification as well.” “I enjoy about learning about nutrition and it really ties in with PE which I also study” “I wanted to pick a practical subject whilst not harming my University prospects and the course has a really good blend of this”

Recommended Textbooks: WJEC Level 3 Food Science and Nutrition The Science of Cooking Every Question answered to perfect your cooking – Dr Stuart Farrimond Spoon Fed: Why almost everything we have been taught about food is wrong – Tim Spector

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