Qualification

Level 3 Applied Diploma in Food Science and Nutrition

Course Content

An understanding of food science and nutrition is relevant to many industries and job roles. Care providers and nutritionists in hospitals use this knowledge, as do sports coaches and fitness instructors. Hotels and restaurants, food manufacturers and government agencies also use this understanding to develop menus, food products and policies that help healthy eating initiatives.
This course offers students the opportunity to gain an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the science of food, safety and nutrition and the impact of food and nutrition on the lives of individuals and on today’s society. Through ongoing practical sessions, students will also gain a wide skill set enabling them to produce quality food items which meet the needs of individuals.
This course will offer exciting and interesting experiences in purposeful, work-related contexts, linked to the food production industry.
The units studied include:
• Meeting Nutritional Needs of Specific Groups
• Ensuring Food is Safe to Eat
• Experimenting to Solve Food Production Problems
• Current Issues in Food Science and Nutrition

Assessment

This Level 3 course consists of a combination of external and internal assessment. Students will undertake a written examination, summative controlled assessment and NEA.

Grading

This Level 3 Certificate in Food Science and Nutrition is graded as follows:
• Level 3 Pass
• Level 3 Merit
• Level 3 Distinction
• Level 3 Distinction*

Expectations

To be accepted onto the course you will preferably need at least a 5 grade in GCSE Food Preparation and Nutrition, Biology or Physical Education. A GCSE in a Humanities subject may also be an advantage. You need to be able to problem solve, work independently, work alongside other professionals, apply learning in vocational contexts and most importantly have an interest in and enjoy food.

Examination Board: WJEC