Graduate Diploma in Wine Science (Level 7)

Entry criteria

Entry Requirements

A personal interview may be part of the application process.

Application for enrolment in this programme is due by:

• February start: 3 February 2025

Applicants must meet one of the following criteria:

• Have completed a three year undergraduate degree (or equivalent qualification); or
• Be able to demonstrate significant in-depth work and professional experience (at least five years) in the grapegrowing and winemaking industry (at the discretion of EIT).

On Campus Learning

There is a requirement that you have an electronic device you can bring to classes to support your study.

Distance Learning

Students must be a citizen or resident of New Zealand.

For distance learning students, you must have the following to be able to utilise the online learning environment and have access to industry:

• Desktop or laptop computer or other appropriate electronic device not older than five years
• Broadband internet connection
• Software as required
• Access to wineries and vineyards to undertake assignment and practical work required for specific courses.

Distance learning students must also be prepared to attend residential schools at the Taradale campus (for lab work, field trips, sensory, practical) in Hawke’s Bay.

English Language Entry Requirements

All applicants are required to have attained an acceptable level of English language fluency. This may be demonstrated in a variety of ways, including:

• Completion of a New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Level 4 – Academic)
• IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0, with no band score lower than 5.5, achieved in a single test within the two years preceding enrolment
• International equivalents to IELTS accepted by NZQA

Entry with Credit

You may already have some knowledge or skills that can be recognised as part of your intended study. This may take a number of different forms including study at a private training establishment, workplace training, other tertiary study, life experiences or voluntary work. If you think you may qualify, you may apply for Cross Credit (CC) or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

• CC is based on the equivalency of courses or qualifications. You would apply for CC if you have passed a very similar course at the same level.
• RPL is based on the assessment of your current knowledge and skills. You would apply for RPL if you had gained the relevant knowledge and skills through life experiences and informal learning situations.

You will be asked to provide details of evidence that you would like considered for credit toward your intended programme of study, as part of your application.

Applications for CC and RPL for a course should be made prior to enrolment in that course and no later than two weeks after the start of the course. There is an application fee for RPL.

For further information and enquiries about CC and RPL please contact the Programme Administrator, Jo Rolfe on 06 830 1913 or email Jo.