BSc in Viticulture and Oenology

This programme covers the field of wine production systems and equips you with knowledge of the grapevine, its structure and its scientific manipulation. In this way you are trained to develop, in harmony with the environment, sustainable vineyards that may be used to produce unique wines. You also acquire thorough knowledge of the chemical and biological processes involved in the production of wine and brandy products. Students spend a significant portion of the programme on in-service learning and internships. This gives them work experience, exposure to the industry and knowledge of their chosen professional working environment early on.

Students who have qualified in this field are equipped for a career in the wine industry and related areas for example as winemakers, viticulturists, grapevine breeders, wine analysts, production managers, marketers, technicians, consultants or entrepreneurs.

For the curriculum of the BScAgric in Viticulture and Oenology, see our Calendar.

   Postgraduate programmes

- BScHons in Wine Biotechnology, MSc in Wine Biotechnology or MScAgric in Wine Production Systems

- PhD or DSc in Wine Production Systems

This programme covers the field of wine production systems and equips you with knowledge of the grapevine, its structure and its scientific manipulation. In this way you are trained to develop, in harmony with the environment, sustainable vineyards that may be used to produce unique wines. You also acquire thorough knowledge of the chemical and biological processes involved in the production of wine and brandy products. Students spend a significant portion of the programme on in-service learning and internships. This gives them work experience, exposure to the industry and knowledge of their chosen professional working environment early on.

Students who have qualified in this field are equipped for a career in the wine industry and related areas for example as winemakers, viticulturists, grapevine breeders, wine analysts, production managers, marketers, technicians, consultants or entrepreneurs.

For the curriculum of the BScAgric in Viticulture and Oenology, see our Calendar.

   Postgraduate programmes

- BScHons in Wine Biotechnology, MSc in Wine Biotechnology or MScAgric in Wine Production Systems

- PhD or DSc in Wine Production Systems