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Diploma in Food Science and Nutrition

at Our Lady'S Catholic College, Lancaster · college

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma24 monthsFull timeFree

What the college says

This is an exciting new course which will allow students to gain a wealth of knowledge about Food Science and Nutrition. You will have the opportunity to learn about the relationship between the human body and food as well as practical skills about cooking and preparing food. There is a strong emphasis on practical work, making this an ideal choice for students who prefer to learn by doing. This qualification offers students: •A chance to develop both practical and academic skills through applied learning •Assessment through a combination of projects and case studies, catering for differing learning styles. •A stimulating grounding in the study of Food Science and Nutrition

What you need to get on

5 GCSE or equivalent pass at grade 4 or higher (at least one of which is in Maths or English) GCSE Catering Grade C or BTEC Hospitality Pass GCSE English—Grade 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

  • Our Lady's Catholic College

    Morecambe Road, Lancaster, LA1 2RX

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 4 September 2026 · Lancaster

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