Level 3 in Food Science and Nutrition (Extended Certificate)

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Applications open - 9.00am Monday 2 November 2026

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Entry Requirements - 4 GCSEs at Grade 5 or above (subject specific entry requirements apply)

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Whilst we do not have a deadline for receiving applications, to avoid disappointment applicants are invited to be submitted their applications as soon as possible as courses will be offered on a first come first served basis (subject to entry requirements).

Students will explore the applied science of nutrition, food safety, and production through practical, hands-on learning. They may investigate core areas and combinations of topics such as: nutritional needs across life stages, practical food preparation and culinary skills, food hygiene and safety, experimental food science, and current health or industry issues. Develop food skills, solve real-world problems and discover how science shapes the food we eat and its impact on our health.

• Study nutritional needs across different life stages, including the properties and functions of nutrients and their relationship with the human body.
• Develop practical food production skills and produce food products for specific needs and situations.
• Study principles of food hygeine and food safety, including microorganisms, food related ill health and food safety management.
• Develop scientific investigation, research, analytical and problem solving skills.
• Explore either food production problems through experimentation or a contemporary issue in food science and nutrition.
• Develop a practical, research and analytical skills that support progression to higher education and careers within food science, nutrition and related fields.

Five GCSEs grades 4-9 including grade 5 in GCSE Food and Nutrition, or grade 5 in GCSE Science.

This qualification can lead to further study in Food Science, Food Technology, Nutrition, Dietetics and Public Health, as well as careers in food product development. This can also support relevant university, industry and apprenticeship pathways witin the food and health sectors.