A combination of cookery, Home Economics, some Biology and Business. A very interesting subject. 20% of the marks are awarded for coursework journal completed within the normal class time and pre-submitted in October of 6th year. 80% of marks awarded for written exam in June.
The study of food is a central part of this subject including
· Food Science & Nutrition
· Diet & Health
· Food Commodities
· Meal Planning and Preparation
· The Irish Diet and Food Industry
· Food Processing and Packaging
· Microbiology
· Food Spoilage and Food Preservation
· Food Safety and Hygiene
Area two is Resource Management and Consumer studies
· Family Resource Management
· Management of Household Finances
· Housing Finance
· Household Technology
· Textiles
· Consumer Studies
Area three is social studies
· Social Studies and the Family
· Marriage
· The Family as a Caring Unit
Then there is the elective. Generally we do the social elective.
· Social Change and the Family
· Education
· Poverty
· Work
· Leisure
Relevant Careers: Chefs, Childcare, Dietetics, Fashion Design, Environmental Health Officer, Food Technology, Home Economics Teacher, Hotel Management, Interior Design, Nutritionist, Tourism & Catering.
