Master of Viticulture and Oenology

Postgraduate

Mode

On campus

Campus

Waite Campus

Duration

2 year(s) full-time

Program code

MAVIO

Study as

Full-time

Indicative annual fees

$59,300

Non-tuition fees

Prerequisite

None

Assumed knowledge

None

English language requirements

IELTS Overall 6.5 IELTS Reading 6 IELTS Listening 6 IELTS Speaking 6 IELTS Writing 6 Equivalent English qualifications

CRICOS code

115968K

Entry requirements

Admission criteria

To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved the following minimum entry requirement and demonstrate they fulfill any prerequisite and essential criteria for admission. In cases where there are more eligible applicants than available places, admission will be competitive with ranks based on the entry criteria.

A completed bachelor (AQF level 7) degree or equivalent in a science field from a recognised higher education institution.

English language entry requirements

In addition, international students who speak English as an additional language must have obtained one of the following standards within the last two years prior to admission. Possession of one or more of these qualifications, in addition to the academic entry requirements, does not, in itself, guarantee a place at Adelaide University. Applications are considered on an individual basis and selection is competitive. Where previous study/work experience was conducted in English, the application must be accompanied by certified documentation from the educational institution/employer certifying that the language of instruction/employment was English.

IELTS Overall 6.5
IELTS Reading 6
IELTS Listening 6
IELTS Speaking 6
IELTS Writing 6

Please access the following link for a comprehensive list of English language tests accepted by Adelaide University and other important information in relation to meeting the University’s language requirements:

Equivalent English qualifications

Note:

The start date for International students is July only.

Degree Structure: Master of Viticulture and Oenology

Program code: MAVIO

Complete 96 units comprising:

54 units for all Core courses, and
12 to 24 units for Discipline courses, and
18 to 30 units for Electives

Enrolment information

Find details about the rules and notes that apply to your program, along with other essential information required for successful enrolment. Supplementary supporting resources may also be provided where applicable.

Some programs include additional enrolment advice. If available for your program, it will be displayed here.

Students may choose from recommended Program Electives or any Open Elective courses from across Adelaide University, subject to course availability, prerequisites and timetable requirements.

When planning your elective studies, you are encouraged to consider WINE3009 Grape and Wine Industry Practice, Policy and Communication and FOOD3013 Brewing Technology and Beer Production, which are offered in a condensed four-week format at the end of Semester 1 with core subject WINE3002 Cellar and Winery Waste Management.

Courses

Listed here are all the courses that contribute to your program, including elective options that can be chosen. These courses come together to form your study plan. Courses fall into different categories, each of which have specific unit values that need to be met under the program rules.

What courses you'll study

Complete 96 units comprising:

54 units for all Core courses, and
12 to 24 units for Discipline courses, and
18 to 30 units for Electives

Complete 54 units for ALL of the following:

	Course code	Units
Course name Viticultural Science A	Course code WINE5000	Units 6
Course name Stabilisation and Clarification	Course code WINE5001	Units 6
Course name Sensory Studies	Course code WINE5002	Units 6
Course name Viticultural Science B	Course code WINE5003	Units 6
Course name Cellar and Winery Waste Management	Course code WINE5004	Units 6
Course name Introductory Winemaking	Course code WINE5005	Units 6
Course name Viticultural Methods and Procedures	Course code WINE5006	Units 6
Course name Winemaking at Vintage	Course code WINE5007	Units 6
Course name Advances in Wine Science	Course code WINE6003	Units 6

Complete 12 to 24 units comprising:

12 to 24 units from Research courses

Course name		Course code	Units
	Course name Viticulture & Oenology Research Project	Course code WINE6005	Units 24
	Course name Experience & Perspectives in the Wine Industry	Course code WINE6006	Units 12

Electives description

A flexible course choice within your degree.

Complete 18 to 30 units comprising:

18 to 30 units from Program electives

	Course code	Units
Course name Plant Health	Course code BIOL3018	Units 6
Course name Topics in Soil and Land Systems	Course code EART6007	Units 6
Course name Brewing Technology and Beer Production 3	Course code FOOD3013	Units 6
Course name Wine Packaging and Quality Management	Course code WINE6000	Units 6
Course name Distillation, Fortified and Sparkling Winemaking	Course code WINE6001	Units 6
Course name Fermentation Technology	Course code WINE6002	Units 6
Course name Engineering for Viticulture & Oenology	Course code WINE6004	Units 6
Course name Communicating Science (PG)	Course code SCIE5001	Units 6
Course name Science International Study Tour (PG)	Course code SCIE6002	Units 6
Course name Soil and Plant Nutrition	Course code AGRI3013	Units 6
Course name GIS for Agriculture and Natural Resources	Course code ENVI3008	Units 6

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