Food & Hospitality BTEC Level 3

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Created: Tuesday, 05 June 2012 11:24
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Exam Board: Edexcel

This BTEC National (Subsidiary Diploma) builds upon the concepts studied and skills developed in years 10 and 11.

Although the BTEC extended certificate in Food and Hospitality is not essential for taking this course it is expected that students have a high interest in food and have sufficient skills and confidence for the practical aspects of the course.

As in years 10/11 the course broken down into units.  Every unit has a credit value that contributes to the overall qualification.  Students will be awarded a Pass, Merit , Distinction or Distinction* qualification grades.

Subject Content

There are mandatory units:

The Hospitality Industry (done in year 12)
Principles of supervising Customer Service Performance in Hospitality, Leisure, Travel and Tourism
Customer Service (done in year 13)

And additional units:

European Food
Contemporary World Food
Planning and Managing a Hospitality Event
Industry Related Project in Hospitality

Key Skills
Opportunities are available to develop personal, learning and thinking skills (PLTS) within this industry related context. 
The syllabus will enable you to demonstrate achievement in the key skills of: 

  • Application of number
  • Communication
  • Information Technology

You will also have the opportunity to demonstrate the wide key skills of:

  • Improving own learning
  • Working with others
  • Problem solving

ICT knowledge and use is an integral part of all aspects of the course.

Career Opportunities
The food and catering industry are some of the main employers in this county.  There is increased  opportunity to transfer any knowledge and skills worldwide. 

The development of problem solving skills, independence and use of initiative will also mean that many places welcome Food and Hospitality students.

Students could have many progression routes open to them: - Higher Education, Further Education and employment with training.  Detailed information can be obtained from careers advisors.

Below is a selection of possible careers linked with Food and Hospitality
Chefs:                                   Kitchen Managers:           Catering:                        Events Management:    
Hospitality management:     Product development:       Restaurant Managers.   

For more information, help or advice about Food and Hospitality contact:
Mrs Emma Brayne
0116 2879921