Graduate Diploma in Oenology [Level 7]
Course details
| NZQF Level | 7 |
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About the course
World-Class Wine Science and Viticulture
Located in one of the premium winemaking regions in New Zealand, EIT offers two wine-industry relevant graduate diplomas in viticulture and oenology.
Both programmes produce graduates who will meet the demand for an applied, industry-relevant, New Zealand-based graduate level qualification. The study programme builds on your prior knowledge from your degree study, emphasising the specific scientific, technical and managerial aspects of grapegrowing and winemaking.
You have options to study on-campus (full-time or part-time) or by distance (part-time only). Students studying by distance will be required to attend compulsory residential schools in Hawke’s Bay each year.
Outline
The Graduate Diploma in Viticulture is designed for those who want to pursue a career as a viticulturist, vineyard contractor, owner/operator of a vineyard and winery, technical consultant, in grower liaison position and as a researcher. Its aim is to provide you with an excellent technical understanding of viticulture through provision of a relevant and coherent body of grapegrowing and viticulture knowledge and practice and industry-relevant skills.
The Graduate Diploma in Oenology is designed for those who want to become a future winemaker and assistant winemaker, winery technical staff, senior cellar staff, winery enterprise manager and other specialised staff, such as a technical supplier. Its aim is to provide you with an excellent technical understanding of viticulture or winemaking through provision of a relevant and coherent body of wine production and wine science knowledge, as well as industry-relevant skills.
You are welcome to make an appointment to discuss your study options with our staff either in person or by phone and to view our facilities.
Career Opportunities and Outcomes
Graduating with a Graduate Diploma in Viticulture or a Graduate Diploma in Oenology from EIT opens up many career pathways for a future in the grape growing (viticulture) and winemaking (wine science) industries at a technical, supervisory or management level.
You can pursue careers such as:
- Vineyard manager, viticultural contractor, research and development, owner/operator of a winery/vineyard, wine/viticulture educator or a grower liaison position.
- Winemaker, assistant winemaker, manager in wine, brewing or food industries, research and development or as a wine/viticulture educator.
Academic Learning Services
Academic Learning Services is here to assist you on your journey towards the successful completion of your studies at EIT. Our aim is for you to become confident, competent and independent learners.
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About the provider
The Eastern Institute of Technology (EIT) offers you over 160 qualifications from certificate and diploma, to degree and postgraduate level at campuses in Hawke's Bay, Tairāwhiti (Gisborne) and Auckland. Or learn at one of our Regional Learning Centres situated in Hastings, Maraenui, Ruatoria, Waipukurau and Wairoa. EIT Hawke's Bay is one of New Zealand's most attractive campuses with superb architecture and shaded outdoor areas for study on warm days. EIT Tairāwhiti two campuses are located in the heart of Gisborne, near the Taruheru River, and you can get more central than EIT Auckland location on Queen Street! When you choose to study at EIT you'll get the kind of experiences that will help you gain the knowledge and skills to get ahead, whether you want to break into your chosen career or change direction in life.