Free Level 3 Food Science and Nutrition Course in Chipping Campden. Classes run at Chipping Campden School, part-time during the day. The course runs over two years, giving you time to build knowledge alongside other commitments. You'll explore food science and nutrition through work-related contexts linked to the food industry, developing both practical understanding and subject knowledge. Entry requirements include five GCSEs at grade 5 or above, including English Language or English Literature and Maths, plus grade 5 in GCSE Food Preparation or equivalent.
Who this course is for
The course has been designed to offer exciting, interesting experiences that focus learning through the acquisition of knowledge and understanding in purposeful, work-related contexts, linked to the food industry
Entry requirements
General entry requirements are:
Five grade 5s at GCSE, including GCSE English Language or GCSE English literature and GCSE Maths.
Subject specific entry requirements are:
Grade 5 in GCSE Food Preparation (or equivalent).
What you will learn
You'll study the science behind food, including its chemical and biological properties.
You'll explore how nutrition affects health and wellbeing across different life stages.
You'll examine food production processes and how the food industry operates.
You'll analyse food labelling, safety standards, and consumer issues.
You'll develop research and analytical skills applied to food science topics.
You'll investigate dietary needs and how to plan nutritionally balanced diets.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Chipping Campden School, combining taught lessons with independent study. Assessment is through a mix of written examinations and coursework tasks. The course is designed around work-related contexts, so learning is applied to real food industry scenarios throughout. Your teacher will guide you through both the scientific content and the practical application of nutrition knowledge.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Chipping Campden School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Nutrition assistant: support dietitians and nutritionists in health settings.
Food technologist: work on product development in the food industry.
Food safety officer: monitor and enforce food hygiene standards.
Diet and nutrition advisor: advise individuals or groups on healthy eating.
Food labelling and compliance officer: ensure products meet legal requirements.
Public health support worker: promote healthy eating in community settings.
What you could study next
BSc (Hons) Nutrition or Nutritional Science: a university degree that builds directly on this Level 3 qualification and leads to professional nutrition roles.
BSc (Hons) Food Science or Food Technology: for those interested in the food production and manufacturing side of the industry.
BSc (Hons) Dietetics: leads to registration as a dietitian, a regulated health profession requiring a degree-level qualification.
