Master of Viticulture and Oenology

What is this course about?

CSU's Master of Viticulture and Oenology provides graduates with the opportunity to obtain advanced knowledge in viticulture and wine science.

The flexibility of the Master of Viticulture and Oenology allows you to study the course as a
1.5 year full-time on campus program on Wagga Wagga Campus, or as a three-year part-time program by distance education.

Students learn to develop their research skills through the preparation of a research dissertation in a specialised area of interest which may include: vine health, vine physiology, wine production and wine sensory science.

Note: The Session 2 offering for this course is by distance education only.

The Master of Viticulture and Oenology aims to:

  • promote advanced knowledge in viticulture and wine science
  • promote capacity to identify and solve issues faced by the grape and wine industries
  • promote critical reflection through independent research and analysis
  • encourage scholarship and research within the candidates discipline area.

The latest facilities

To ensure you are experienced using the equipment and techniques found in the workplace, our facilities include:

  • a state-of-the-art laboratory
  • the University's 12ha commercial vineyard
  • a fully-operational, modern commercial winery that produces a range of award-winning wines.

Residential school

Students studying by distance education may have to attend residential schools that involve attendance on Wagga Wagga Campus each session for between two and four days' duration.

Campus

Wagga Wagga

Duration

1.5 years full-time, 3 years part-time

CRICOS code

072057J

Graduation requirements

To graduate from the Master of Viticulture and Oenology, students must successfully complete a total of 96 points by choosing to study either 64 points by coursework plus a 32-point dissertation, or 80 points by coursework plus a 16-point dissertation.

Course structure

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Career opportunities

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Admission requirements

To study this course, you will need to indicate your likelihood of success through previous studies and other attainments and experience.

Cost of study

When weighing up the costs of study, consider the benefits of having the qualification you need to achieve your personal and professional goals.



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Study Mode

On campus; Distance education

Where

Wagga Wagga

When

Session 1; Session 2

Level

Postgraduate

Duration

1.5 years full-time, 3 years part-time

International?

YES

Indicative ATAR

N/A

How to apply

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