Food Studies Units 3 and 4
Overview
Food Studies explores how food influences health, culture and society. It combines theory with practical work to understand everyday food choices and broader food issues.
You will investigate nutrition, food trends and sustainability, while developing skills in planning and preparing food for different needs.
| Lesson format | Weekly Online Classes |
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| Study mode | Blended learning program |
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Example assessment timeline
Each unit runs over a 16-week study period. Enrolled students will receive a course timetable with key dates, assessment deadlines and important milestones. Download an example timeline:
Unit 3
- Science of food, digestion and nutrition.
- Role of diet in health and wellbeing.
- Influences on food choices (family, culture, trends).
- Planning and preparing meals for different dietary needs.
Unit 4
- Evaluating food information, diets and trends.
- Using dietary guidelines to plan meals.
- Food issues (e.g. sustainability, ethics, food security).
Additional resources
The VCAA Study Design provides comprehensive information about the areas of study, learning outcomes and assessment criteria for this course. Go to the VCAA website to download the Study Design.
To get a headstart, take a look at the Australian Dietary Guidelines and watch the following videos: