Year 9 Food & Culture

LEVEL: Year 9

LENGTH: One Semester

Recommended background: Nil

Content:

This course will focus on food and culture. Students will study food technology and the impact of Australia’s cultural diversity on food availability. They will consider changes in our food, technology and lifestyles in our culturally diverse society. This includes the impact of multicultural society and festivals upon our food choices.

Food practicals could include;

  • Cornish Pasties
  • Nasi Goreng
  • Spanish Omelette

Assessment:

Students’ performance will be determined according to the subject’s Achievement Standards as outlined in the framework of the Australian Curriculum. Grades A to E will be used for reporting purposes.

Leads to: Year 10 Cafe & Barista Skills and Year 10 Food & Nutrition