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Graduate Diploma in Oenology

Graduate Diploma in Oenology

Location

Hawke's Bay Campus International

Study Options

Full-time, Part-time

Length

1 year (on campus), 2 years part-time (distance)

Level

Level 7

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World-Class Wine Science and Viticulture

If you already have a science-related qualification, this graduate diploma will allow you to fast track towards a future specialising in oenology (wine science).

You have options to study on campus (full-time or part-time) or by distance (part-time only). Students studying by distance will be required to attend compulsory residential schools in Hawkes Bay each year.

This programme is designed to build on your knowledge from prior degree study by focusing on scientific, technical and managerial aspects of grape growing and wine making.

Outline

This graduate-level programme builds on your knowledge of science from prior degree study or from significant industry experience by focusing on scientific, technical and managerial aspects of grapegrowing and winemaking.

The subject areas you’ll study include:

General and Inorganic Chemistry
Winemaking Science and Practice
Microbiology or Engineering Physics
Sensory Science
Wine Microbiology or Winery Engineering
Wine Sensory Assessment
Wine Chemistry

Career Opportunities & Outcomes

This graduate diploma will give you a competitive advantage over other graduates and will help you advance within your chosen field of oenology (wine science).

Once awarded the Graduate Diploma in Oenology you’ll be able to take on roles such as:

Assistant winemaker
Winemaker
Technical supplier
Winery enterprise manager
Senior cellar person

Dates

There are two entry dates per year:

February (on campus or distance)
July (distance only)

Entry

Entry requirements

A personal interview may be part of the application process.

Application for enrolment in these programmes is due by:

■ February Start: 18 February 2019
■ July Start: 22 July 2019

Applicants must meet one of the following criteria:
■ Have completed a three year degree or equivalent qualification or
■ Be able to demonstrate significant in-depth work and professional experience in the grapegrowing and winemaking industry.

Students who have enrolled in, but not completed, the Bachelor of Viticulture or the Bachelor of Wine Science
will be unable to enrol in either the Graduate Diploma in Viticulture or the Graduate Diploma in Oenology.

Students who have not completed a science degree will be recommended to enrol in either the Science Pathway in Semester Two or Bridging Chemistry and Bridging Physics/Maths over summer prior to beginning the Graduate Diploma courses. More information on these distance bridging courses can be obtained from the programme secretary.

English Language Entry Requirement

Students 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 IELTS (6.0 Academic (no band score <5.5)) tests, completion of accepted international equivalents or completion of an EIT Hawke’s Bay assessment.

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 want to apply for Cross Credit or Recognition of Prior Learning.

Cross Credit is based on the equivalency of courses or qualifications. You would apply for Cross Credit if you have passed a very similar course at the same level.
Recognition of Prior Learning (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 RPL and Cross Credit 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 RPL and Cross Credit please contact the School of Viticulture and Wine Science Secretary, phone (06) 830 1942 or 0800 348 494.

International entry requirements

Academic Learning Services

Academic Learning Services is here to assist you on your journey towards the successful completion of your studies at EIT. Our aim is for you to become confident, competent and independent learners.

We have dedicated advisors who can assist with your learning.

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Scholarships

EIT offers a variety of scholarships across various subjects and programme levels. Some scholarships are based on your age, some are specific to the subject you want to study. Not all scholarships are based on your academic ability and anyone wanting to study should investigate what scholarships are available to them.

You can find a list of EIT scholarships here however there are many more scholarships offered nationally. Information about these is on an database called “givME”. givME is accessible at EIT or at some public libraries. If you would like to come to EIT to look through the giveME database don’t hesitate to contact scholarships@eit.ac.nz or call in for a chat.

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