Middlesbrough College has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
This two year vocational course combines real world learning in the workplace with theoretical study. You can convert to an honours degree following one additional year of study. Throughout the course you will have access to industry-standard, commercial kitchens, where you will work with professional chefs to perfect your culinary technique through a series of live commercial events. You will also investigate and work with local businesses to expand and apply your knowledge of the sector and showcase your skills to potential employers. Your practical sessions are supported by guest speakers and industrial visits to key local and national organisations to help you understand the infrastructure of the industry. You will develop the knowledge and understanding required to succeed academically at this level. This practical and academic combination of study provides a platform to develop your future career and academic goals. You will gain a combination of management, educational, technical and practical skills. You can also be entered for City and Guilds Level 3 practical qualifications
This Higher Technical Qualification is approved against occupational standards decided by employers. Learn more about Higher Technical Qualifications.
Modules
Modules offered may vary. Year 1 core modules include: • Managing & Developing people in the Hospitality Profession • Marketing & Communications • Financial & Revenue Management Awareness • Food Operations Management • Kitchen Management & Production • The Work Environment & Reflective Practice Year 2 core modules include: • Business Development &Entrepreneurship • International Culture & Communications • Advanced Patisserie & Confectionery • Molecular Gastronomy • Industry Related Project
Assessment method
You will be assessed through coursework designed to provide you with an opportunity to demonstrate your ability to meet the learning outcomes of the programme. To support you, a variety of assessment methods are used to enhance the experience as well as to help you develop key transferable skills. If you are a part time student, you are supported to complete work based projects in your workplace.
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
How to apply
29Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 48 points
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - PPP
Scottish Higher
You must also hold Level 2 qualifications in English and Maths. This may be GCSE (grade C/4) or Functional Skills.
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £4250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £4250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £4250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £4250 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £4250 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
Middlesbrough College
Dock Street
Middlesbrough
TS2 1AD