Free Level 3 Food Science and Nutrition Course in Redditch. Classes run full-time at Trinity High School, and the course takes around 9 months. You'll explore food technology and design, microbiology, materials, and manufacturing processes. The course includes visits to local food companies and hands-on practical work, including food science experiments. It builds on GCSE Food Technology, and you'll need five GCSEs at grades A to C, including English Language, to be considered.
Who this course is for
The course is intended to build upon the work undertaken in GCSE Food Technology. During the course you will look at technology and design in the food industry and develop your own design capability. You will also focus on the relationship between design, materials, manufacturing, microbiology and food science. Whilst studying the course several visits are made to local Food companies. Students will be expected to participate in a range of practical activities including food science experiments and making their own products using a range of different ingredients.
Entry requirements
5 A to C GCSE including English Language
What you will learn
You'll study food technology and design in the food industry.
You'll develop your own food design capability.
You'll explore the relationship between design, materials, and manufacturing.
You'll learn the principles of microbiology as they apply to food science.
You'll carry out practical food science experiments.
You'll visit local food companies to see industry processes in action.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions, practical food science experiments, and visits to local food companies. Assessment is through a combination of coursework and written examination, as set by WJEC. Practical activities are a core part of the course, giving you direct experience of food science and design processes alongside your theoretical study.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Trinity High School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Nutrition assistant: support dietitians and nutrition teams in health settings.
Food technologist: develop and test food products in manufacturing.
Food quality control technician: monitor safety and standards in food production.
Laboratory technician: carry out testing and analysis in a food science lab.
Food buyer or product developer: work on sourcing and creating food ranges.
Healthcare support worker: entry-level roles in diet and nutrition services.
What you could study next
Level 4 or 5 Higher National Certificate or Diploma in Food Science or Nutrition: a step toward degree-level study in the field.
BSc in Food Science, Nutrition, or Dietetics: most universities accept the WJEC Level 3 Certificate as part of an application alongside other A-level or equivalent qualifications.
Level 3 Award in Food Safety in Catering: useful if you move into food production or hospitality roles.
