Advanced Diploma in Food Technology & Operations (Trent Global College)

Course Information

Course Type
Full-time
Fees (Local Students)
S$ 6,800 (Exclusive GST)*
Fees (Foreign Students)
S$ 6,800 (Exclusive GST)*
Other Fees
Application Fee: S$250, (Non-refundable) Administrative Fee: S$150
Duration
8 months + 6 months Industrial Attachment
Intake Months
Every Month (January- December)
Programme Grant
No student grant for this course.
Class Schedule
Contact school for more information.
Assessment Method
Coursework and Written Examinatons.

Description

Course Overview

Food technology is the application of science and technology integrated with hospitality business management and marketing to develop and provide products and processes for the industry. This course aims to equip learners with advanced knowledge of food production and innovation, as well as understanding nutrition and food science. This course will also focus heavily on the business aspect of food technology including the legislation that governs over the industry. The course will include practical elements and core competencies that will imbue students with knowledge in food and beverage operations, food product development as well as advertising and marketing while understanding the scientific components and the technology behind the production of each product. This course will be vital to students who wish to enter the industry with a deeper understanding of what it entails to safely and effectively deliver good products to the consumers.

Entry Requirements

ADMISSION CRITERIA

  • Minimum age 18
  • Academic Level: At least PASS in any two GCE ‘A’ level subject or Minimum Diploma or equivalent qualification
  • Language Proficiency:  C6 in GCE ‘O’ Level English or equivalent qualification, or a pass in the English placement test by the college

PROGRESSION REQUIREMENT

  • A minimum of 90% attendance is required for international students and 75% attendance is required for local students
  • Minimum mark of 50% is required to pass each module

Career Opportunities

  • Hotel Servers/Kitchen Staff
  • Restauranteur
  • Host/Hostess
  • Food Production Staff
  • Food Technologist
  • Consumer Product Manufacturing Assistant
  • Food Retail Associate

Modules

  • English for Professional Communications 2
  • Food Processing Technology
  • Introduction to Food Science and Nutrition
  • Product Development and Marketing
  • Food Packaging and Legislation 2
  • Current Issues and Critical Thinking
  • Food and Beverage Operations
  • Internship

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