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Level 3 Applied Diploma in Food Science and Nutrition

at Charters School, Ascot · school or sixth form

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma2 yearsFull time

What the college says

This course combines science and practical skills to explore the world of food. Students study nutrition, food safety, diet and health, and the impact of food choices on society. Through hands-on experiments, cooking, and research, students develop practical, analytical, and problem-solving skills that prepare them for both further study and careers in the food sector.�

What you need to get on

The minimum entry requirements for Charters Sixth Form can be viewed here: https://www.chartersschool.org.uk/3003/curriculum-offer-and-entry-requirements-2026/subject_2/33/entry-requirements-curriculum-guide In addition to these the subject specific entry requirements are:Grade 5 in Food and Nutrition or Hospitality & Catering , grade 4 in English Language or Literature and grade 5-4 in combined science or grade 5 in Chemistry or Biology.

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

Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · ASCOT

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