Work-Study Certificate (Leading to Diploma in Applied Science (Food Technology))
About this course
Course objectives
The course aims to equip participants with the necessary skills and knowledge to support the food sector. It allows participants to gain valuable work experience and reinforce classroom learning.
Course description
The WSC features three Modular Certificates, with each Modular Certificate of 180 hours comprising four/ five modules and an OJT (institution-company led) project.
The WSC is proposed to span 18 months with:
a) 14 modules to be completed on campus with one full-day releases from the company per week of lessons stretching over 71 weeks, one full day.
b) three OJT projects to be conducted concurrently at the workplace stretching over 71 weeks.
The 18-month OJT aspect of the course, at the participant’s workplace, includes the completion of OJT modules (540 hours), three OJT (institution- company led projects) projects and periodic consultation and assessment sessions.
Target audiences
Candidates with at least a Nitec/higher Nitec in :
Applied Food Science
Chemical Process Technology
Chemical Technology
Biotechnology