Free Level 3 Food Science and Nutrition Course in Bruton. Classes run at Sexey's School, full-time over two years. You'll study the science behind food, diet, and health, covering nutritional needs across the life stages, practical food production, and food safety. The course is designed to sit alongside other Level 3 qualifications such as A levels. You'll need five GCSEs at grade 4 or above to join. Assessment combines written exams and coursework across four units. This WJEC food science and nutrition qualification supports progression to university or careers in nutrition, food science, and public health.
Who this course is for
Food science and nutrition is an essential component of many industries from food manufacturing to healthcare, sport and education. If you see yourself studying nutrition or working in the food industry in the future, this course will give you a taste of what's involved. Designed to be taken alongside other Level 3 qualifications such as A levels or work related courses, it will give you the chance to learn and apply your skills and knowledge to real life situations. It particularly compliments subjects such as biology, P.E. and sociology
Entry requirements
5 GCSE's grade 9-4.
What you will learn
You'll explore nutritional needs at different life stages, from infancy to older adulthood.
You'll develop practical food production skills using advanced cooking techniques.
You'll apply food safety legislation and principles of food hygiene to real production contexts.
You'll investigate the relationship between diet and health.
You'll carry out independent research and non-examined assessments on food experimentation or current issues in food science and nutrition.
You'll apply scientific principles to food product development.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based theory, practical sessions in a fully equipped kitchen, and independent research. Assessment is split equally across four units. Unit 1 and Unit 3 are each assessed by a written exam of one hour and thirty minutes. Unit 2 and one optional unit (Unit 4 or Unit 5) are assessed through internal coursework. Units 1 and 2 are completed in Year 12; Units 3 and 4 or 5 in Year 13.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Sexey's School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Nutrition assistant, supporting dietitians or public health teams
Food technologist, developing and testing food products
Public health nutrition worker, promoting healthy eating in communities
Food safety officer, monitoring hygiene standards in food businesses
Catering and hospitality manager, overseeing food production operations
Food product development assistant, working in food manufacturing
Healthcare support worker with a nutrition focus
What you could study next
BSc Food Science and Nutrition or BSc Human Nutrition, the natural next step for university study in this field.
BSc Public Health Nutrition, if you want to focus on population-level food and health policy.
BSc Dietetics, leading toward a career as a registered dietitian (requires further professional registration).
Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Food Technology, a work-focused alternative to a full degree.
