Type: BTEC Level 3: 1-year Certificate/2-year Subsidiary Diploma
Board: Pearson Edexcel
Contact: Mr C Harris
Hospitality is an area where Shaftesbury School has outstanding facilities and great connections with local employers. The Level 3 BTEC course allows students to build on work they have done at GCSE or Level 2 BTEC in preparation for university study or entering employment. Students will have the opportunity to take their skills to a new level and explore the latest developments in areas such as European and Asian food. The course blends studying all aspects of the industry at a local and national level through project work with the opportunity to put these new skills into practice through running the school’s own Bistro business providing great food and service to members of the school community and visitors.
Modules to be covered include
- The Hospitality Industry
- Contemporary World Food
- Providing Customer Service
- Asian food
- European Food
- Running an Event
Entry requirements and skills needed
Grade C/4 GCSE Catering or interview with the Head of Department.
Assessment
This is mainly through coursework units, although there will be an element of external assessment.
Progression
The BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma is equivalent to an A-level and is widely accepted by both universities and employers. Students who wish to pursue their studies in this area often progress to degrees such as hospitality and events management or specialist culinary arts courses.
