What will I be covering in the course in Year 12 (AS)? This consists of a wide range of topics and will include a large amount of practical food preparation and cooking sessions within the specification. No prior knowledge of the subject is required but the specifications are built on the knowledge, understanding and skills specified for GCSE Home Economics or other Food Science/Technology related subjects. AS Unit 1 - Society and Health AS Unit 2 - Resource Management Written Examination in May - 1 ½ hours What will I be covering in the course in Year 13(A2)? This course, consists of a wide range of topics and will include a large amount of practical food preparation and cooking sessions within the specification. These practical skills will be essential for the successful completion of the coursework which takes the form of an Investigative Study. The syllabus will cover nutrition and food across a very wide range of topics. Examination in May - 1 ½ hours The Investigative Study Each student will explore possible areas of interest from the A2 specification and begin to research a range of relevant issues and factors. The appropriate context and title with clear justification and reasoning is completed. Detailed research is completed showing a clear understanding of the topic, using a wide range of investigative methods. Practical work will be carried out and assessed, this must be relevant to the topic, planned, executed and evaluated thoroughly. Finally a critical evaluation is produced. The investigative study at A2 is worth 25% of the final A level grade The A level course provides a foundation for academic or vocational higher education in Food Technology, Nutrition Science, Sports Science and Diet, Consumer Protection and Food Retail and manufacture.
Name: GCE A Level in Food, Nutrition and Health Qualification title: GCE A Level in Food, Nutrition and Health Qualification type: GCE A/AS Level or equivalent Assessment Awarding OCR Created 20150918 11:37:26 Updated 20150918 11:49:15
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