Free Level 3 Food Science and Nutrition Course in Newent. Classes run full-time at Newent Community School and Sixth Form Centre over two years. You'll study the science behind food, how nutrients work in the body, and how diet affects health. The course covers food safety, food production, and the role of nutrition in disease prevention. Entry requires 30 points from your top six subjects. It's a strong foundation for university study or roles in nutrition, food technology, and health.
Who this course is for
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Entry requirements
30 points from top 6 subjects
What you will learn
You'll explore how nutrients are absorbed and used by the body.
You'll study the relationship between diet and long-term health conditions.
You'll learn food safety principles and how they apply in production and catering.
You'll examine how food is processed, preserved, and manufactured.
You'll analyse the nutritional content of foods and evaluate dietary choices.
You'll develop research and scientific writing skills through coursework and investigation.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom lessons, practical food science activities, and written coursework. Assessment is through a combination of internally assessed coursework and externally assessed examinations set by WJEC. Your coursework will include research tasks and scientific investigations. Exams test your knowledge of nutrition science, food safety, and food production.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Newent Community School and Sixth Form Centre 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: work on product development and quality in food manufacturing.
Diet and nutrition advisor: advise individuals or groups on healthy eating.
Public health support worker: promote healthy eating in community programmes.
Food safety officer: inspect and advise food businesses on compliance.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical teams with patient nutrition care.
What you could study next
BSc Nutrition or Dietetics: a degree that leads to registered dietitian or nutritionist status.
BSc Food Science and Technology: develops your understanding of food production at degree level.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Applied Science: a shorter higher education route into food or health science roles.
Level 4 Certificate in Nutrition: a specialist qualification for those moving into nutrition coaching or advisory work.
