145310 v.5 Bachelor of Science (Viticulture and Oenology)

Introduction

Students completing this course develop skills in viticulture, winemaking, resource management and marketing. Graduates are sought for employment in a wide range of technical and leadership roles including winemaking, vineyard management and in allied industries including wine marketing, finance and service provision within the supply chain - both in Australia and overseas. The first year of the course provides a scientific and applied industrial foundation from which students build the capacity to undertake professional roles in industry. The second and third years of the course are delivered at the specialist facilities of the Margaret River Education campus with a high level of industry involvement and engagement. Graduates of this course have a combination of a strong scientific and critical thinking approach and employment-ready skills.

Course Entry Requirements

None. OR At least one science course and Mathematics 2C/2D desirable

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 successfully completed the requirements of an approved intermediate award may apply for graduation in that award subject to approval of 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 Viticulture and Oenology, state and regional industry associations and the Australian Society of Wine Educators.

Additional Course Expenses

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

Further Information

"For further information contact the Future Students Centre on (08) 9266 1000 or the School of Agriculture and Environment on (08) 9266 1204, email course_agrienvi@curtin.edu.au or visit our website at www.agrienvi.curtin.edu.au "

Special Note

The first year of this course will be completed at the Bentley Campus, the second and third years are 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.

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* The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.

^ Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.

# Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.