Nutrition / Diet

Course summary

The course is a combination of classroom theory and practical food preparation. Food science and nutrition is an essential component of many industries from food manufacturing to healthcare, sport and education. If you see yourself studying nutrition or working in the food industry in the future, this course will give you a taste of what's involved. Designed to be taken alongside other Level 3 qualifications such as A levels or work related courses, it will give you the chance to learn and apply your skills and knowledge to real life situations. It particularly compliments subjects such as biology, P.E. and sociology. You'll learn about food hygiene including how to identify hazards and minimise risks when producing food. You'll explore the nutritional needs of specific groups such as older adults, children, and those with specific medical conditions. You'll understand how different nutrients are used by the body, and how cooking processes affect them, enabling you to plan a balanced nutritious diet. You'll plan and cook a series of complex dishes developing practical skills for food preparation and production. You'll also undertake a further unit from either 'Experimenting to solve food production problems' or 'Current issues in food science and nutrition'.