Institute of Technology or Polytechnic
Eastern Institute of Technology (EIT)Bachelor of Viticulture and Wine Science
This course is available
Online, On-Campus
Level of Study
Bachelor's Degree
Duration
3 years
Next start date
Expected Feb 2027
Campus
Hawke's Bay Campus
Summary
This is an exciting growth period for the vibrant New Zealand wine industry and great wines cannot be produced without the skills and knowledge of top viticulturalists, winemakers and managers. Study the science of viticulture and winemaking (oenology) in New Zealand's most diverse premium wine growing region.
You will discover everything about growing quality wine grapes and how wine is made. You will learn about grape varieties, the environments they are best suited to plus the science and art involved in turning wine grapes into one of New Zealand's most famous exports.
Programme OutlineThe degree covers specialist technical, scientific, and business skills necessary for working in the wine industry. The latest research, industry technology and relevant issues related to sustainability are key topics. You will gain hands-on experience in our campus vineyard, purpose-built winery and science laboratory facilities, as well as complete vineyard work experience, a commercial vintage and a research project in tandem with the winegrowing industry.
EIT has been educating quality graduates to enter the wine and viticulture industry for over twenty years.
The Bachelor of Viticulture and Wine Science (BVWSci) is a three year degree which will give you comprehensive skills and knowledge in both Viticulture and Wine Science. You will learn about grape varieties, the soils, and environments they are best suited to, and the science and art of winemaking involved in turning them into one of New Zealand’s most famous exports.
Located in the most diverse winemaking district in New Zealand, EIT offers the opportunity of world class study immersed in the local vibrant, diverse Hawke’s Bay wine industry.
The degree provides a strong science foundation with practical application and industry interaction in all three years. There is an in-depth focus on growing grapes and making wine, as well as the essential business skills required once working in industry related to people management and wine marketing.
The latest research, industry technology and relevant issues related to sustainability are key topics. You will get an opportunity to make your own wine, work in a vineyard, complete a harvest internship, develop a wine palate and gain practical skills like forklift and tractor driving, and first aid within the degree structure.
With our flexible study approach you can study the BVWSci degree either full-time on-campus or part-time via distance learning.
You are welcome to make an appointment to discuss your study options with our staff either in person or by phone and to view our facilities.
Our Programme Administrator on 06 830 1913 or jrolfe@eit.ac.nz.
Entry criteria
Entry RequirementsA personal interview may be part of the application process.
Standard Entry
- Applicants must be over 18 years of age on 1 February of the year they apply for entry into this programme. Applicants under 18 years may be provisionally accepted into the programme but will be restricted in which courses they are enrolled in until they turn 18 years of age.
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- University Entrance; or
- an equivalent qualification
Provisional Entry
- Applicants who do not meet the criteria above, but present evidence of ability to succeed (for example, maturity, life experience, work experience, other study); or
- those who narrowly fail to meet the entry criteria above; or
- those over 20 years of age, with evidence of an ability to undertake tertiary study at degree level
Entry to subsequent study is conditional on success at the entry level.
Chemistry and Mathematics
It is strongly recommended that applicants have achieved:
- At least 14 credits minimum at NCEA Level 3 in Chemistry
- At least 14 credits minimum at NCEA Level 3 in Mathematics
If English is not your first language you are required to have attained an acceptable level of English language fluency. This may be demonstrated in a variety of ways, including successful study in English, approved scores on TOEFL or IELTS (6.0 Academic) tests, completion of accepted international equivalents, or completion of a language assessment.
Entry with CreditYou 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 any other tertiary institution, life or work experiences and workplace training can also be considered. If you think you qualify, you can 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 anything that you would like to be considered as 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.
For further information and enquiries about CC and RPL please contact the Programme Administrator, Jo Rolfe on 06 830 1913 or jrolfe@eit.ac.nz.
Transfers/Cross Credits
This programme will lead to the award of a nationally approved qualification. This qualification may be delivered at a number of other tertiary institutes around New Zealand. If you were to transfer to one of those other institutes you may be granted academic credit for some of the papers completed but this is at the discretion of the other institute.
NOTE: Fees are not transferable between institutes.
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