Level 5 Higher Level Apprenticeship in Food and Drink Manufacture

The Level 5 Higher Level Apprenticeship (HLA) course is a work-based programme aimed at anyone who has completed A-Level or equivalent qualifications. Apprentices earn while learning to gain a Foundation Degree in Food and Drink Manufacture, validated by Ulster University.

The programme aims to develop employees to have strong technical background to progress their employment with agri-food businesses.

Year 1

Food science, quality and safety

Food microbiology

Food processing systems

Forecasting and planning

Year 2

New product development

Food manufacture and packaging technology

Principles of financial management

Work-based learning 1

Year 3

Lean manufacturing and business improvement

Managing people

Quality management and environmental standards

Work-based learning 2

All 12 modules completed during the Apprenticeship will be assessed using coursework based on the Apprentice’s workplace.

Apprentices will be required to attend the college on four occasions during the academic year: September, October, January and March.