Course information
Food Science and Nutrition
Aldridge School - A Science College - Walsall
01922743988
Tynings Lane, Aldridge, Walsall, WS9 0BG
Course summary

Unit 1 Meeting Nutritional needs of specific groups will enable the learner to demonstrate an understanding of nutrition and nutritional needs in a wide range of contexts, and through on–going practical sessions, gain practical skills to produce quality food items to meet the needs of individuals. Unit 2 Ensuring food is safe to eat will develop an understanding of hazards and risks in relation to the storage, preparation and cooking of food in different environments and the control measures needed to minimise these risks. Unit 4 Current issues in food science and nutrition will develop the skills needed to plan, carry out and present a research project on current issues linked to issues related to food science and nutrition. This could be from the perspective of a consumer, food manufacturer, caterer and/or policymaking perspective.

Entry requirements

5 grade 4's with at least a grade 4 in English and 3 in Maths or Grade 4 in Maths and grade 3 in English.

How you'll be assessed

3 units of assessment. Unit 1 = 50% of overall grade with 2 further units completing the course. Controlled Assessments/NEA: 50 % of final qualification. Unit 1 - external exam in June of Year 12. 50 % of final qualification. Unit 2 – An 8 hour timed Assignment related to food safety Unit 4- A research project on current issues related to Food and Nutrition.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionWest Midlands
Local AuthorityWalsall
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeMixed
AddressTynings Lane, Aldridge, Walsall, WS9 0BG