Agriculture, Food and Wine

Master of Viticulture and Oenology - Waite Campus

  • Domestic
  • International

About Degree

Be part of a renowned institution

APSB is one of the great wine capitals of the world with over 200 cellar doors within an hour of the CBD. Our winemakers are innovators and cultural leaders within a sector helping drive the nation’s economyIn fact, 70 percent of Australian wine research happens at the University of APSB’s Waite campus.

This intensive two-year degree has an international reputation for excellence. It’s suited to students with a relevant bachelor degree or equivalent in a science field.

What will you do?

  • Study at the largest agricultural teaching and research precinct in the Southern Hemisphere.
  • Make wine in our state-of-the-art Hickinbotham Roseworthy Wine Science Laboratory.
  • Build hands-on scientific and technological skills in the vineyards and winery.
  • Learn from over 150 researchers and partners in grape and wine science.
  • Access cutting-edge research at the Australian Research Council Training Centre for Innovative Wine Production.
  • Undertake a research project and submit a thesis of 10,000 words OR complete a professional placement of at least 10 weeks (375 hours).

Where could it take you?

You could manage a vineyard or winery. You might experiment with the latest technologies to innovate and develop efficiencies in related industries. Perhaps you’ll focus on sustainable and natural practices, building an organic, biodynamic or solar-powered future for the wine industry.  

Entry Requirements

Choose your applicant type to view the relevant admissions information for this program.I am a:

  • Domestic
  • International

    Domestic applicants

    SATAC Code3CM180
    DefermentYes - 2 year
    IntakeJuly
    Selection Criteria
    Graduate entry


    Higher Education StudyRelevant Bachelor degree or equivalent in a Science related field including (but not restricted to) Agriculture, Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Plant and General Science and Engineering. Please note the program is only available for Semester 2 entry.


    Student Profile
    Applicant backgroundSemester one/Full year intake 2022
    Number of studentsPercentage of all students
    International students375.0%
    All students4100.0%


    International applicants

    CRICOS082842A
    IntakeJuly. *This program is ONLY available for mid year entry.
    Selection Criteria
    English Language Requirements

    Australian Year 12Successful completion of an Australian year 12 qualification with a minimum pass in an accepted English language subject
    English Tests accepted by the University of APSB
    IELTSOverall 6.5Reading 6Listening 6Speaking 6Writing 6





    TOEFLOverall 79Reading 13Listening 13Speaking 18Writing 21





    PearsonOverall 58Reading 50Listening 50Speaking 50Writing 50





    C1 AdvancedOverall 176Reading 169Listening 169Speaking 169Writing 169





    Qualifications that meet minimum English requirementsA range of alternative qualifications may meet the University’s minimum English requirements
    Academic Entry Requirements

    Detailed information on international qualifications assessment

    Tertiary QualificationsRelevant Bachelor degree or equivalent in a Science related field including (but not restricted to) Agriculture, Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Plant and General Science and Engineering
    How to Apply
    Application information for international students
    Important application deadlines for international students

    Student Profile
    Applicant backgroundSemester one/Full year intake 2022
    Number of studentsPercentage of all students
    International students375.0%
    All students4100.0%


Fees and Scholarships

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  • Domestic
  • International

    Domestic applicants

    Indicative annual tuition fees
    Australian Full-fee place: $40,500

    Where the standard duration of the program is less than one year the full cost of the program is displayed.

    Scholarships

    These scholarships, as well as many others funded by industry and non-profit organisations, are available to potential and currently enrolled students.

    International applicants

    Indicative annual tuition fees (24 units)International student place: $50,000

    Where the standard duration of the program is less than one year the full cost of the program is displayed.

    More information on International Student tuition fees.

    Scholarships

    These scholarships, as well as many others funded by industry and non-profit organisations, are available to potential and currently enrolled students.


Careers

Career Readiness

The grape and wine industry offers a number of career opportunities within Australia and internationally.

As a graduate, you’ll be qualified to manage a vineyard, direct and carry out vineyard operations, direct wine-making operations and manage the winery.

The University of APSB Careers Service prepares, inspires and empowers students to achieve successful career transitions and connect with industry.

Graduate Attributes

The objective of this program is to produce graduates with specific attributes as outlined in University of APSB Graduate Attributes.

  1. Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
  2. Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
  3. Teamwork and communication skills
  4. Professionalism and leadership readiness
  5. Intercultural and ethical competency
  6. Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural competency
  7. Digital capabilities
  8. Self-awareness and emotional intelligence

Potential careers

Grape Production, Grower Liaison Officer, Vineyard Management, Winemaking, Brewer, Distiller, Wine Exporter, Wine Scientist, Winemaker, Winery Manager

Degree Structure

The master's is a 48 unit program of advanced coursework, including all core courses, a range of electives, and the option to undertake either a 12 unit research option or a 12 unit professional experience component in either a viticulture or oenology discipline. Students undertaking the graduate diploma will take the same courses as those undertaking the first year of the master's program; satisfactory completion will enable a student to apply for the master's program. Graduate diploma undertake all core courses (except Advances in Oenology).

Academic Program Rules

The Calendar is a comprehensive handbook of the University's academic program rules.

Master of Viticulture and Oenology

Example Study Plan

Core Courses
  • VITICULT 7002WT  Viticultural Science A
  • VITICULT 7021WT  Viticultural Science B
  • VITICULT 7038WT  Viticultural Methods & Procedures
  • OENOLOGY 7028WT  Introductory Winemaking
  • OENOLOGY 7019WT  Sensory Studies
  • OENOLOGY 7047WT  Winemaking at Vintage
  • OENOLOGY 7022WT  Cellar and Winery Waste Management
  • OENOLOGY 7010WT  Stabilisation and Clarification
  • OENOLOGY 7520WT  Advances in Wine Science
Choice of:
  • Professional Experience
    or
  • Research Project
Electives

 

  • OENOLOGY 7046WT  Fermentation Technology
  • OENOLOGY 7038WT  Distillation, Fortified and Sparkling Wines
  • PLANT SC 7240WT  Soil & Water: Management & Conservation
  • PLANT SC 7245WT  Plant Health A
  • SOIL&WAT 7003WT  Topics in Soil and Land Systems
  • SOIL&WAT 7030WT  GIS for Agriculture & Natural Resource Management
  • SCIENCE 7020  Communicating Science
  • BIOMET 7000WT  Research Methodology and Experimentation
  • OENOLOGY 7540WT  Engineering for Viticulture & Oenology
  • SCIENCE 7550  Science International Study Tour

    or
Additional relevant courses selected with the approval of the Program Advisor

Assessment

Assessment includes assignments, practical reports and a final examination.

RECOGNITION AND AFFILIATIONS

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