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GCSE Exam Board: Eduqas (C560U40) Who to Speak to: Mrs. Coulthard
Why Should I Study Food and Nutrition?
Why Should I Study Food and Nutrition?
Studying a GCSE in Food Preparation and Nutrition will equip students with the knowledge, understanding and skills required to cook and apply the principles of food science, nutrition and healthy eating. It contains a fair element of practical cooking work, enabling students to make informed choices about food and nutrition. It aims to empower students to feed themselves and others affordably and nutritiously, now and later in life.
What qualities will I need to be successful in Food and Nutrition?
What qualities will I need to be successful in Food and Nutrition?
This GCSE is scientific and focuses on nutrition. You will be expected to complete a regular weekly amount of theory paperwork and homework. There is also a requirement for ingredients to be purchased frequently. Please contact the school to speak about financial assistance if this may be difficult.
What will I study over 2 years?
What will I study over 2 years?
You will learn the skills to cook a large variety of dishes, using foods from all the sections of the Eatwell Guide. You will learn about the function of different foods and their impact on your body. The course includes sections on the environment, food miles, the nutritional needs of people at different stages of their lives, the science of cooking in how things work together, the contribution of cultures from all over the world to our rich culinary offer in Britain.
Most importantly you will become confident in feeding yourself and other people in a healthy way.
How will I be assessed in Food and Nutrition?
How will I be assessed in Food and Nutrition?
There are two sections of assessment:
COMPONENT 1: Principles of food preparation and nutrition
Written examination: 50% of qualification
Areas of Content
Food commodities
Principles of nutrition
Diet and good health
The science of food
Where food comes from
Cooking and food preparation
COMPONENT 2: Food preparation and nutrition in action non-examination assessment (NEA): 50% of qualification
This comprises 2 controlled assessments, to be carried out in Year 11
Investigate: Carry out scientific experiments to explain and understand the function of ingredients. (Approximately 8 hours)
Research, prepare and present 3 dishes as part of a meal (approximately 12 hours)
Food and nutrition NEA 1 example.pdfFood and nutritrion NEA 2 example.pdf
Possible Further Education and Career Pathways Options
Possible Further Education and Career Pathways Options
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