Free Level 3 Food Science and Nutrition Course in Rickmansworth. Classes run at St Clement Danes School, full-time during the day over two years. You'll study the science behind food, how nutrients work in the body, and the factors that shape what people eat. This level 3 food science and nutrition qualification is taught alongside other sixth form subjects and suits those who want to go on to university or into nutrition-related work. Entry requires five GCSEs at grade 5 or above, including English and Maths, plus a grade 5 in a relevant subject.
Who this course is for
L3 Diploma in Food Science and Nutrition: refer to the Sixth form Brochure on the school website for details.
Entry requirements
5 GCSEs grade 5 including English and Maths, grade 5 in the subject
What you will learn
You'll study the science of nutrients and how the body uses them.
You'll explore how diet affects health across different life stages.
You'll examine food safety, hygiene, and food legislation.
You'll analyse the factors that influence food choice, including cultural and social influences.
You'll investigate food production, processing, and the food industry.
You'll develop research and analytical skills through practical and written work.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom lessons, practical food science activities, and written assignments. Assessment is through a combination of coursework and written examinations set by WJEC. You'll complete units covering nutrition science, food safety, and the wider food industry, building knowledge progressively across the two years.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. St Clement Danes School 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 quality control
Public health worker, promoting healthy eating in communities
Food safety officer, inspecting food businesses for compliance
Research assistant, supporting food science or nutrition studies
Catering manager, overseeing nutrition standards in food service
What you could study next
BSc Nutrition or Nutritional Science, a degree that builds directly on this qualification and opens routes to becoming a registered nutritionist.
BSc Food Science or Food Technology, for those interested in the production and safety side of the food industry.
BSc Dietetics, which leads to registration as a dietitian and requires further study at degree level.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Food Science, a shorter higher-education route into food industry roles.
