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WJEC Level 3 Alternative Academic Qualification Extended Certificate in Food Science and Nutrition

at Madeley Academy · school or sixth form

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma2 yearsFull time

What the college says

An understanding of food science and nutrition is relevant to many industries and job roles. Care providers and nutritionists in hospitals use this knowledge, as do sports coaches and fitness instructors. Hotels and restaurants, food manufacturers and government agencies also use this understanding to develop menus, food products and policies that support healthy eating initiatives. Many employment opportunities within the field of food science and nutrition will be available to you if you study this qualification such as: Armed Forces, Hotel Management, Nutritionist, Education Human, Industrial Catering, Fitness Coach, Event Catering, License Retail Management,Tourism

What you need to get on

• Students must achieve a minimum of 6 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above • These must include English Language and Mathematics at Grade 4 or above • If studied, then a Grade 4 or Merit in a related qualification at Key Stage 4 • To cope with the level of scientific understanding students must also have attained at least a grade 5 in Science.

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

  • Madeley Academy

    Castlefields Way, Telford, TF7 5FB

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 8 September 2027 · Telford

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