Free Level 3 Food Science and Nutrition Course in Bury Saint Edmunds. Classes run full-time at Mildenhall College Academy. This free food science and nutrition course is open to learners aged 16 to 18 years old in full-time education. You'll study the science behind food production, nutrition, and the food industry through applied, practical learning. The course runs over two years. You'll need five GCSEs at grade C or grade 4 to apply. It builds the knowledge and skills to move into higher education or training in food science and nutrition.
Who this course is for
The WJEC Level 3 Diploma in Food Science and Nutrition has been designed to provide learners with underpinning knowledge, understanding and skills to progress to further study and training. It offers exciting and interesting experiences that focus learning for 16-19 year-old learners and adult learners through applied learning, i.e. through the acquisition of knowledge and understanding in purposeful contexts linked to the food production industry.
Entry requirements
5 GCSE Grade C/4
What you will learn
You'll explore the science of food, including its chemical and biological properties.
You'll study nutrition and how diet affects health and the body.
You'll learn about food production processes and the wider food industry.
You'll apply your knowledge to real food science contexts and case studies.
You'll develop analytical and investigative skills used in food science work.
You'll build understanding of food safety, quality, and regulation.
How you will learn
You'll study in the classroom full-time over two years. Learning is applied, meaning you'll gain knowledge and understanding through purposeful contexts linked to the food production industry. Assessment is through a combination of coursework and examinations set by WJEC. Your work will be assessed against the requirements of the Level 3 Diploma throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Mildenhall College Academy 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: monitor standards in food production and retail.
Diet and nutrition advisor: guide clients on healthy eating and diet.
Food labelling and quality analyst: check products meet legal standards.
Research assistant (food science): support laboratory and field research.
What you could study next
BSc (Hons) Food Science and Nutrition: a degree that takes your level 3 food science and nutrition qualification further into specialist study and graduate careers.
BSc (Hons) Dietetics: leads to registration as a dietitian, a regulated health profession.
HND in Food Technology: a two-year higher education qualification for those moving into food production roles.
Level 4 Certificate in Nutrition: a shorter professional qualification for roles in nutrition coaching or advice.
