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.

Academic Entry Requirements

Applicants must demonstrate successful completion of an undergraduate degree, preferably in science.

English Language Entry Requirements

Approved scores on TOEFL or IELTS (6.0 Academic) with no band score lower than 5.5, or equivalent.