Free Level 3 Food Science and Nutrition Course in Clacton-on-Sea. Classes run full-time at Sigma Sixth Tendring Campus. You'll need four GCSEs at grades 4 to 9 to apply. Over two years, you'll study the science behind food, nutrition, and how diet affects health. The course covers topics such as food safety, nutritional analysis, and the role of nutrients in the body. It builds the knowledge and practical skills that support careers in nutrition, food technology, and health.
Who this course is for
Please refer to exam board for further information
Entry requirements
4 GCSE 9 to 4
What you will learn
You'll explore how nutrients function in the human body and their role in health.
You'll study food safety principles and how to apply them in food environments.
You'll analyse the nutritional content of food and evaluate dietary needs.
You'll examine how food is processed, preserved, and manufactured.
You'll investigate the relationship between diet, lifestyle, and disease.
You'll develop skills in practical food preparation and scientific investigation.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based lessons, practical food science activities, and written assignments. Assessment is set by WJEC and includes a combination of coursework and external examinations. Your work will be marked against the WJEC specification throughout the two years.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Sigma Sixth Tendring Campus 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 manufacturing
Food safety officer, checking standards in food businesses
Diet advisor, guiding clients on healthy eating
Public health support worker, promoting nutrition in communities
Laboratory technician, carrying out food science testing
What you could study next
BSc (Hons) Nutrition or Dietetics, a university degree that leads to registered dietitian or nutritionist roles.
BSc (Hons) Food Science or Food Technology, for those interested in the manufacturing and development side of the industry.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Applied Science, a work-focused Level 4 option if you prefer a shorter step up from this food science and nutrition qualification.
