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Diploma in Food Science and Nutrition

at Rushcliffe Spencer Academy, Nottingham · school or sixth form

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

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

What you need to get on

5 GCSE's grade 9-4.

How you are assessed

One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Rushcliffe School

    Boundary Road West Bridgford, Nottingham, NG2 7BW

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 2 September 2026 · Nottingham

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