VCE FOOD STUDIES

FOCUS AREAS Unit 3

Food in daily life

In this unit, students investigate the many roles and everyday influences of food. They explore the science of food, its role in our bodies, food appreciation, physiology of eating and digestion and gut health. Students analyse the Australian Dietary Guidelines and Guide to Healthy Eating and develop understanding of diverse nutrient requirements. Students also examine influences on food choices, food values, and social environments. Students investigate the role of food in shaping identity and connectedness, and how food information can be filtered and manipulated. Practical activities help students plan and prepare nutritious, sustainable meals for various dietary needs.

Areas of Study

1. The science of food

2. Food choices, health and wellbeing

Unit 4

Food issues, challenges and futures

This unit explores Australia's food systems and global food systems, focusing on individual responses to food information, developing food knowledge, skills, and habits, and navigating food fads and trends. Students explore environmental, climate, ecology, ethics, farming practices, innovation, and food security. They research topics, consider solutions, and analyse work to support sustainable futures. The unit also focuses on food issues, challenges, and futures in Australia, allowing students to apply their responses to environmental and ethical food issues, reflect on healthy eating recommendations, and optimise food choices for human and planetary health.

Areas of Study

1. Navigating food information

2. Environment and ethics