Course details

New Zealand Certificate in Horticulture Production (Wine Growing)
NZQF Level 4

About the course

Whether you're just beginning your journey in the wine industry or are a seasoned professional looking to dig deeper into vineyard management, our flexible program offers the perfect solution.

Entry requirements

Academic requirements

  • NCEA level 2 or;
  • A qualification at Level 2 or above or;
  • Evidence of relevant knowledge and experience in a primary industries environment, including literacy and numeracy abilities equivalent to NCEA (Level 1). In this case, the applicant may be required to participate in an enrolment interview with the purpose of verifying the evidence.

Other requirements

  • 16 years of age at the time the programme commences
  • Be physically able to complete the programme-specific outcomes

English language requirements

All applicants must have a level of English sufficient to be able to study at this level. Those applicants whose first language is not English should have:

  • NZCEL Level 3 with any endorsement; or
  • IELTS 5.5 with no band score lower than 5; or
  • Completion of accepted international equivalents

About the provider

Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology (NMIT) is a Government Institute with campuses in Nelson and Marlborough. 

NMIT is a New Zealand Qualifications Authority Category 1 (the highest) Institute. Our programmes are designed alongside industry to create work-ready graduates that meet local and international job market needs. 

You'll find NMIT tutors care a lot about student success, and classes are small enough that they know you by name.

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