Core Module Information
Module title: The Study of Food, Wine and Gastronomy

SCQF level: 08:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10

Module code: TSM08123
Module leader: Gavin Urie
School The Business School
Subject area group: Tourism and Languages
Prerequisites

None

Description of module content:

During this module you will study the development and origins of food and drink traditions within a social, economic , geographical and cultural context. The development of the modern cuisine styles are examined and the influencing factors in food and drink selection. Wines are studied to prepare you to match specific wines to menu items.

Historic development of eating and drinking. Influencing factors which determine choice, eg culture, religion, social, food taboos and scares. Development of cuisine styles. Sensory awareness of food and drink. Production of red, white and rosé wines as dictated by viticultural and vinification practices. Harmony of food and wine matching. Classification of wine styles. Food and diet problems. Food sustainability and farming methods

Learning Outcomes for module:

LO1: explain how eating and drinking habits and cultures have developed globally.
LO2: display a knowledge of food choice, cuisine styles and culinary practices.
LO3: develop a sensory appreciation of food and wine.
LO4: demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of the harmony of food and wine.
LO5: demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of wine styles.

Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2023/4, Trimester 2, Face-to-Face, Edinburgh Napier University
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Occurrence: 001
Primary mode of delivery: Face-to-Face
Location of delivery: CRAIGLOCKHAR
Partner: Edinburgh Napier University
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Gavin Urie
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)
Face To Face Lecture 12
Face To Face Tutorial 12
Face To Face Practical classes and workshops 2
Independent Learning Guided independent study 174
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words
Essay 40 3, 4, 5 7 HOURS= 0, WORDS= 2000
Centrally Time Tabled Examination 60 1, 2, 5 14/15 HOURS= 0, WORDS= 1.5
Component 1 subtotal: 40
Component 2 subtotal: 60
Module subtotal: 100

Indicative References and Reading List - URL:
The Study of Food, Wine and Gastronomy