Free Level 3 Food Science and Nutrition Course in Hessle. Classes run full-time at Hessle High School and Sixth Form College over two years. You'll study the science behind food, nutrition, and how diet affects health. The course covers food production, food safety, and the nutritional needs of different groups. It's designed to support progression to university or into food and nutrition-related careers. This is a WJEC food science and nutrition qualification, and the level 3 food science and nutrition classes include both coursework and written assessment.
Who this course is for
Encompassing philosophy, ethics and theology, you'll enjoy Religious Studies if you are fascinated by life's big questions. You'll need to be interested in the viewpoints and perspectives of others and enjoy essay writing. It's the study of the way religions have shaped and influenced the world and continue to do so today. Religious studies has great relevance to modern life, ethical questions being of concern to many professionals, from the engineers designing driverless cars to doctors making decisions on health care. Religious Studies can be useful across a variety of careers and complements most other A level subjects.
What you will learn
You'll explore the science of nutrients and how the body uses them.
You'll study food production processes and food safety principles.
You'll analyse the nutritional needs of different population groups.
You'll investigate the relationship between diet and health.
You'll develop skills in food analysis and practical investigation.
You'll examine food labelling, legislation, and consumer choice.
You'll complete non-exam assessment (NEA) tasks alongside written exams.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based lessons, practical work, and independent study. Assessment combines written examinations with non-exam assessment (NEA) tasks, which are internally marked and submitted to WJEC. The NEA work is completed during the course and counts toward your final grade alongside the exam results.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Hessle High School and Sixth Form College 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: develop and test food products for manufacturers.
Food safety officer: inspect premises and enforce food hygiene standards.
Diet and nutrition advisor: provide guidance in community or workplace settings.
Food labelling analyst: check nutritional content and compliance for food businesses.
Research assistant: support food science research in universities or industry.
What you could study next
BSc Food Science and Nutrition (university degree): the WJEC Diploma is designed to support university entry in this subject area.
BSc Dietetics or Nutrition: a degree route toward becoming a registered dietitian.
Level 4 Certificate in Nutrition: a shorter post-Level 3 option for those not taking the degree route.
BTEC Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Applied Science: an alternative higher-level route into food or health science.
