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Free Level 3 Food Science and Nutrition Course in Harpenden

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyWJEC awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Food Science and Nutrition in Harpenden. Classes run at Roundwood Park School. You'll need a GCSE grade 5 or above in Design Technology, Food Preparation and Nutrition, or Science to join. The course runs full-time over two years, combining classroom teaching with ongoing practical sessions. You'll study food safety science, nutrition, and how nutritional needs vary across different contexts, applying your knowledge through work-related, hands-on tasks.

Who this course is for

Students will gain an understanding of the science of food safety, nutrition and nutritional needs in a wide range of contexts, through on-going practical sessions. They will gain practical skills to produce quality food items to meet the needs of individuals. The course is designed to offer exciting, interesting experiences that focus on the learning through applied learning i.e. through the acquisition of knowledge and understanding in purposeful, work related contexts, linked to the food production industry. This course explores the relationship between food, nutrition and health and offers the opportunity for creative, investigative and analytical study

Entry requirements

GCSE Grade 5 or above in Design Technology OR Food Preparation & Nutrition OR Science

What you will learn

  • You'll study the science behind food safety and how to apply it in practice.
  • You'll explore nutrition and how nutritional needs differ across individuals and life stages.
  • You'll develop practical skills to produce quality food items for a range of dietary requirements.
  • You'll apply your knowledge through work-related, purposeful contexts linked to the food industry.
  • You'll build understanding of food science principles relevant to production, preparation, and consumer needs.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of classroom teaching and ongoing practical sessions. Applied learning is central to the course: you'll acquire knowledge and understanding through purposeful, work-related tasks linked to the food industry. Assessment is through the WJEC qualification framework, which combines coursework and practical evidence alongside written assessment components.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Roundwood Park School will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Food technologist: develops and tests food products for manufacturers.
  • Nutritionist: advises individuals and organisations on diet and health.
  • Diet technician: supports registered dietitians in clinical or community settings.
  • Food safety officer: inspects and enforces food hygiene standards.
  • Product development assistant: works with food brands on new recipes and formulations.
  • Catering manager: oversees food production and nutrition standards in large-scale settings.

What you could study next

A level 3 food science and nutrition qualification opens several routes into higher study. You could progress to a BSc in Food Science, Nutrition, or Dietetics at university. A Foundation Degree in Food Technology or a Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Food Science are shorter higher-education options. If you're interested in clinical nutrition, a degree in Dietetics leads to registration with the Health and Care Professions Council.

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