Design and Technology (Food Technology)

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There are three main themes to the syllabus at both AS and A level. You will study food science and the main components of food, with the opportunity to develop and design food products and gain an insight into manufacturing methods. This is an exciting course with lots of opportunities. OUT OF SCHOOL VISITS These are an essential part of the course to gain an insight into food production. Examples of visits include Nestle, Delmonte Fresh, Warburton's, Betty's, Tesco, Sainsbury's and particular student interests. AS UNIT 1: FOOD MATERIALS AND PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT This involves the study of nutrition, diet and health, including social and environmental factors, product development, food safety and media influences. This is supported by practical work and visits out to local manufacturers / food producers, supermarkets speakers and demonstrators coming into school. AS UNIT 2: DESIGN AND MAKE ACTIVITY In this unit you will work to a design theme and produce a wide range of practical work, and will have the opportunity to develop a wide range of skills - cakes, pastry, bread, sauces, savoury dishes, desserts, to name a few. You would probably be surprised at the range of courses at university or college open to you. They go far beyond catering to include food science, product management, dietician, food and media, food and journalism etc. It makes a good combination with many other subjects such as Chemistry and Biology for food science, Economics for product development and consumer studies, English for media studies and Sociology for social and community studies

Course information

Name: Design and Technology (Food Technology) Qualification title: GCE AS Level in Design and Technology: Food Technology Qualification type: Assessment There will be one written exam at AS and a design and make internal assessment, Awarding Assessment & Qualifications Alliance Created 20161116 11:05:51 Updated 20161116 11:05:51

Entry requirements

None

Provider

Joseph Rowntree School
Voluntary Controlled School
joseph.rowntree@york.gov.uk
01904 552100
http://www.josephrowntreeschool.co.uk

Address

Haxby Road
New Earswick Town: York County:North Yorkshire