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Level 3 Food Technologist Advanced Apprenticeship Diploma

  • Level(s) of Study: College course / Professional
  • Start Date(s): September 2023
  • Duration: 30 months
  • Study Mode(s): Block release
  • Campus: Brackenhurst Campus
  • Entry Requirements:
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Introduction:

Our Level 3 Food Technologist Apprenticeship gives you the chance to gain a Level 3 Diploma in Food Technology and enhance your career prospects within the food and drink industry. The course has been carefully designed to meet the needs of the food and drink industry to develop your core skills, knowledge and behaviours in food science and technology. Upon completion of this apprenticeship you will be working in an industry which offers many ongoing career opportunities in roles such as Technical Manager, Quality, Process Development or New Product Development specialist or an Auditor.  Alternatively once qualified you could also progress onto studying at degree level via our BSc (Hons) in Food Science and Technology apprenticeship to further develop your career prospects.

Why choose this apprenticeship?

In such a fast-moving industry there are excellent opportunities for career progression in this sector, while at the same time there is also a real need for employees to be qualified in key areas such as Food Science and Technology. Apprenticeships can offer the best of both worlds.

Apprenticeships are structured, quality-assured education, delivered alongside practical on-the-job learning that benefits both the employer and the employee. Companies recognise the benefit of investing in the development of their workforce and are prepared to take on apprentices, safe in the knowledge they will be gaining the skills and knowledge that will benefit their business.

Who is this aimed at?

This apprenticeship provides an entry point for applicants who are aged 18 and over and are interested in developing a scientific or technical career to study at further education level.

Some apprentices start in entry level roles within the business, whilst others are more experienced staff perhaps without formal qualifications in the field who are looking to progress their careers. Usually their career and responsibilities progress throughout the duration of their apprenticeship. It is ideal for those in roles covering quality assurance, technical, production and new product development.

  • You will study a range of disciplines in food science and technology, including food chemistry, product development and manufacturing processes and technologies.
  • The block study approach allows you to combine studies with work and apply what you learn with us in the workplace.
  • You will be working with others from the food industry, sharing work and study experiences.
  • This course is accredited by the Institute of Food Science and Technology

What will my apprenticeship contain?

In order to achieve your apprenticeship you must evidence that you have developed your skills, knowledge and behaviours as detailed in the apprenticeship standard statements.

This apprenticeship requires you to complete three mandatory qualifications;

  • OAL Level 3 Diploma in Food Technology
  • Level 2 English, if not already achieved
  • Level 2 Mathematics, if not already achieved

How is the apprenticeship course run?

This Level 3 Diploma is delivered over a 24-month period, consisting of 6 individual week-long blocks of study, all delivered at our Brackenhurst Campus. This is combined with distance learning and support in between the block weeks from both an academic and workplace mentor. By the end of the 24-month period you will achieve a Level 3 Diploma in Food Technology. A further 6 months is then allocated for you to complete the end point assessment to formally achieve your apprenticeship.

We are ranked among the top 5 of UK universities for employer satisfaction, with a score of 92% for the quality of apprenticeship training provided (FE Choices Employer Satisfaction Survey 2019).

What you’ll study

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Student Profiles

Sam Rawlings

Food Industry Technical Professional, Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship

I have learnt a lot about different subjects and met some lovely people.

Inta Rascevska

Food Industry Technical Professional, Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship

This apprenticeship covers all the necessary units for an individual to be able to work with food whether it’s in food manufacturing or catering.

Careers and employability

This qualification will assist your career progression within the food and drink sector. It is appropriate for a range of roles within quality assurance, technical, production and new product development.

NTU Enterprise

You'll also have the opportunity to turn your ideas into a viable business with help from NTU Enterprise, NTU's purpose-built Centre for Entrepreneurship and Enterprise, a support centre to help students create, develop and grow their own businesses.

Campus and facilities

How to apply

For more information on how to apply please visit our apprenticeship pages or email us.

Unfortunately this course is not available for EU or international students.