Free Level 3 Food Science and Nutrition Course in Dronfield. Classes run at Dronfield Henry Fanshawe School, full-time during the day over two years. You'll study the relationship between the human body and food, alongside practical cooking and food preparation skills. The course covers the food and nutrition industry in depth and is designed to support progression to university. Entry requires five GCSE grades at 9 to 5 including English and Maths, plus a grade 6 in Food Preparation and Nutrition (or grade 5 with teacher recommendation).
Who this course is for
The Level 3 Food Science and Nutrition qualifications allow students to gain a wealth of knowledge about the food and nutrition industry. Students will have the opportunity to learn about the relationship between the human body and food as well as practical skills for cooking and preparing food.
Entry requirements
Five 9-5 grades including English and Maths plus a 6 in Food Preparation and Nutrition or 5 with teacher recommendation.
What you will learn
You'll explore how the human body uses and responds to different foods and nutrients.
You'll develop practical skills in cooking and preparing food.
You'll study the science behind food production and the food industry.
You'll learn about nutrition across different life stages and health conditions.
You'll examine food safety, hygiene, and quality in food preparation.
You'll analyse the relationship between diet, health, and disease.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based lessons and hands-on practical work. Assessment combines written examinations with non-exam assessment (NEA) components, which include coursework and practical tasks. Your NEA marks are submitted to WJEC as part of the overall assessment. Both the Certificate and Diploma routes are available; your school will confirm which applies to your study programme.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Dronfield Henry Fanshawe School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Nutrition assistant, supporting dietitians and health teams
Food technologist, working in product development or quality control
Food scientist, testing and analysing food products
Diet and nutrition adviser, working in health or wellness settings
Food industry production operative, with specialist knowledge
Public health nutrition worker, supporting community health programmes
What you could study next
BSc Food Science and Nutrition (university degree) - the natural next step after this qualification, which is designed to support university entry.
BSc Dietetics or Nutrition - for those aiming toward registered dietitian or nutritionist roles.
Level 3 BTEC in Applied Science - broadens scientific knowledge if you want to keep options open before university.
Level 4 Certificate in Nutrition - a shorter professional route if you move into work rather than university.
