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Food Science and Nutrition

at The Thomas Hardye School, Dorchester · school or sixth form

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

This course is ideal for those who wish to pursue any type of career in the food industry, as students will gain a wealth of knowledge about the food and nutrition. Students will learn about the relationship between the human body and food, as well as numerous practical skills for preparing, cooking, and presenting food for different occasions and events. The diploma has been designed with flexible choices, enabling students to specialise in individual areas of interest, with a strong emphasis on practical work. Student learning will mirror many work activities in the food and nutrition industry, through a range of contexts, enabling them to extend their learning outside the classroom.

What you need to get on

4 in Food Preparation and Nutrition

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

  • The Thomas Hardye School

    Queens Avenue, Dorchester, DT1 2ET

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Dorchester

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