Food, Science & Nutrition
Level 3 Food and Nutrition
The Level 3 food science and nutrition qualification is an exciting and interesting opportunity to continue studies in food and nutrition. In addition to further improving skills in designing and making, this qualification will extend students understanding of the science of food, nutrition and nutritional needs in a wide range of contexts. Students will use creative thinking skills to create dishes demonstrating flair and sophistication relating to specific briefs. Not only will this develop experience of a key life skill, it will further apply nutritional knowledge learnt at GCSE, to different situations and dietary requirements.
The food industry is constantly developing and this subject enables students to expand their understanding of this in relation to nutrition, diets and the impact of external factors such as exercise, age and the industry. The learning will be done through on–going practical sessions to support theoretical knowledge, as well as producing high quality food items. Food safety is paramount when taking part in practical activities and as part of this students will take a Level 2 hygiene and safety qualification to support their learning.
Throughout this course student will develop a deeper understanding of the functions of food and the impact it has on the body as well as the current issues in the food and nutrition industry today.
Level 3 Food and Nutrition Specification:
Level 3 Food Science and Nutrition (wjec.co.uk)
Enrichment
The Great Yorkshire Show trip – students get the opportunity to find out more about food provenance and visit the food market to engage with professional chefs and give them ideas for their coursework projects at both KS4/5.
Teesside University visit - taster session for a Food and Nutrition degree, and the opportunity for Year 13 students to get involved with a residential at Teesside. Students learn about the food and nutrition course as well as get a taste of university life.
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Videos
This presentation is an overview of the Food, Science and Nutrition course. Please note there is no audio to this video.
Meet Casie, who has some advice for those thinking about taking the Food, Science and Nutrition course
