Food Technology

The Programme;
The AS course will cover the following:

Unit 1 – Materials, Components and Application
Written Paper 50% of the total AS marks
2 hours 25% of the total A Level marks

Unit 2 – Learning Through Designing and Making
Coursework 50% of the total AS marks
Approx 50 hours 25% of the total A Level marks

Unit 3 – Design and Manufacture
Written paper
2 hours 25% of the total A Level marks
This paper is based primarily on Design and Manufacture.

Unit 4 – Design and Making Practice
Coursework
Approx 60 hours 25% of the total A Level marks

During the course you’ll gain a deep understanding of the relationship between design, materials, manufacture and marketing. That makes GCE Food Technology a powerful foundation for higher education course or as a qualification in its own right. During both year there’s a mix of classroom learning and practical by learning-by-doing. In the first year (AS) course you’ll study materials and components, marketing influences and manufacturing processes. Practical work will include designing, making and launching a product. In the second year you will continue to learn about manufacturing through to marketing, whilst practical sessions give you more experience at creating and testing new food ideas.

Requirements;
Students should have achieved a grade B or higher in GCSE Food Technology.

Next Steps;
You’re a Level in Food Technology will prepare you for higher education and a rewarding career as a food technologist, food designer or nutritionalist.