145310 v.3 Bachelor of Science (Viticulture and Oenology)

BSc(Curtin)

Course CRICOS Code: 029356M
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas: 3 Years

Introduction

This course provides skills in vineyard management and winemaking and education for employment as vineyard managers, technical officers, marketing agents and wine-makers both in Australia and overseas. It covers the biology of the vine, provides a scientific background to, and an understanding of, the principles of vineyard management and winemaking, and the relationship between grape and wine quality.

Course Entry Requirements

None.

Specific Requirements

STAT elements considered are E and either V or Q.

Note

Alternative pathways are available for mature age students. Graduates in the Associate Degree in Viticulture may apply for transfer into the degree course.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis. Students who have completed the Associate Degree in Viticulture, a TAFE certificate 1V in Viticulture or a National Certificate in Food Processing (Wine) or units of similar content from another tertiary institution may be granted recognition in this course.

Duration and Availability

3 years full-time study or equivalent part-time.

Intermediate Awards 1

A student who has completed the requirements of an approved intermediate award may apply for graduation in that award subject to approval from the Head of School/Department. Fees apply. Intermediate award(s) approved for this course are:

Intermediate Awards II

Associate Degree in Viticulture.

Professional Recognition

Graduates are eligible to join the Australian Society of of Wine Educators, state and regional industry associations, and the Australian Society of Viticulture and Oenology.

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other essential study materials.

Further Information

The first year of the course is taught at the University's Bentley campus, while the second and third years are delivered at the Margaret River campus. Applications from TAFE and mature age students are encouraged. For further infromation contact the Academic Office on 1800 246 622 or visit our website at www.muresk.curtin.edu.au.

Special Note

The first year of this course will be completed at the Bentley Campus, the second and third year is studied at the Margaret River Education Campus. This course develops a greater depth of knowledge and technical skills (particularly in winemaking) than the two year Associate Degree in Viticulture.

Combined Degree Information

Viticulture and Oenology may be combined with Viticulture.

Course Structure Disclaimer

Curtin University reserves the right to alter the internal composition of any course to ensure learning outcomes retain maximum relevance. Any changes to the internal composition of a course will protect the right of students to complete the course within the normal timeframe and will not result in additional cost to students through a requirement to undertake additional units.

Course Structure			Hrs/Wk	Credit
Year 1 Semester 1
11247	v.5	Grape and Wine Production 101	5.0	25.0
303227	v.4	Agribusiness Communications 101	1.5	12.5
309728	v.1	Agricultural Soils 101	5.0	25.0
309758	v.2	Horticultural Agronomy 101	2.5	12.5
7078	v.6	Chemistry 141	4.0	25.0
				100.0
Year 1 Semester 2
13464	v.4	Wine Microbiology 102	5.0	25.0
13465	v.3	Wine Chemistry 102	5.0	25.0
309729	v.2	Agricultural Statistics 102	4.0	12.5
309759	v.2	Horticultural Plants and Grapevine Physiology 102	5.0	25.0
309764	v.2	Irrigation Science and Technology 102	4.0	12.5
				100.0
Year 2 Semester 1
12616	v.4	Wine Production 201	4.0	25.0
13321	v.5	Viticulture Principles 201	4.0	25.0
308401	v.2	Wine Science 201	5.0	25.0
308402	v.2	Grapevine Pests and Diseases 201	5.0	25.0
				100.0
Year 2 Semester 2
12614	v.4	Wine Science 202	5.0	25.0
12615	v.5	Viticulture Practices 202	5.0	25.0
12620	v.4	Sensory Evaluation 202	5.0	25.0
13495	v.3	Water Resource Management 202	5.0	25.0
				100.0
Year 3 Semester 1
11402	v.5	Introduction to Wine Marketing and Business 201	5.0	25.0
13496	v.3	Viticulture Resource Management 301	5.0	25.0
13497	v.3	Wine Industry Project 301	5.0	25.0
13500	v.3	Winery Engineering 301	5.0	25.0
				100.0
Year 3 Semester 2
13499	v.4	Wine Industry Project 302	5.0	25.0
13501	v.3	Wine Science 302	5.0	25.0
13502	v.3	Sensory Evaluation 302	5.0	25.0
306476	v.3	Grape and Wine Technology 302	5.0	25.0
				100.0