Westlake Girls’ High School

Level 2 Food Technology

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mrs E. Beaumont.

Recommended Prior Learning

Subject	Level	Recommendations
Year 9		Open entry
Year 10		Open entry
Level 1 Food Technology	1	Open entry. Year 9 or 10 Food Technology is an advantage.
Level 2 Food Technology	2	10 credits in Level 1 Food Technology or at HoD discretion.
Level 2 Hospitality	2	Entry at HOD discretion. An interest in food preparation is required.
Level 3 Food Technology	3	14 credits in Level 2 Technology or at HoD discretion.
Level 3 Hospitality	3	Entry at HOD discretion. An interest in food preparation required.

Year 12 Food Technology builds on students' understanding of the design process gained in Year 11, with a strong focus on applying design thinking to identify consumer needs, develop innovative ideas, and create outcomes that are fit for purpose. Students produce a comprehensive portfolio of evidence that includes market, technical, and consumer research, with an emphasis on advanced food processing techniques to address an adolescent nutrition issue.

Progress is monitored through regular checkpoints, and the external assessment is a written report based on the portfolio. Consistent attendance and an interest in Food Technology is essential to ensure individual success.

A supplementary cost applies to cover ingredients used in practical lessons.

This course is not suitable for students with severe food allergies.

The standards offered in this course may be altered at the discretion of the Head of Department.

Departments:

Technology

Pathway

Level 3 Food Technology

This course can lead to Level 3 Food Technology or Level 3 Hospitality