Bachelor of Wine Science

What is this course about?

CSU's Bachelor of Wine Science course is designed to develop knowledge and skills in winemaking, wine science, viticulture, wine appraisal and business.

CSU's Bachelor of Wine Science is designed to develop knowledge and skills in winemaking, wine science, viticulture and wine appraisal. Students can complete their studies while working in the wine industry or by interchanging full-time study with distance education.

CSU has contributed to the industry since 1975 by developing courses that offer a unique blend of science, business and practical training for wine industry personnel. With access to an on campus commercial winery, which is at the forefront of viticultural practices and winemaking techniques, and teaching staff who are experienced professionals in the field, our students graduate with the knowledge and hands-on experience that give them the edge in the wine industry.

The course aims to:

  • provide a balanced foundation of study in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, statistics and physics
  • build on the basic science foundation and provide an understanding of the science and technology of wine, encompassing wine production, wine microbiology, wine chemistry and winery engineering
  • provide an understanding of grape production, factors affecting grape quality, and methods for producing quality grapes
  • develop an understanding of wine quality and style by studying sensory wine appraisal.

What will I learn?

The course comprises pure science, viticulture, and wine production subjects and an elective subject. The pure science subjects give students the scientific background in chemistry, microbiology and plant sciences that underpins the applied wine production and viticulture studies. You may choose your elective subject from the subjects offered across CSU's four Faculties.

Residential school

Some subjects require students to attend residential schools at CSU in Wagga Wagga. Using the University's facilities, these residential schools provide you with the opportunity to immerse yourself in the area of study for an intensive period of two to four days.

Campus

Wagga Wagga

Duration

6 years distance education

Graduation requirements

To graduate, students must satisfactorily complete 192 points, including satisfactory completion of WSC260 Winery Industry Experience, which requires exposure to practical winery work and can be expected to require at least two full vintages, or their equivalent (typically 12 weeks in total), at an approved commercial winery. Some practical winery work can be carried out at the University winery.

Students must also achieve a basic level of wine sensory skill that is assessed in WSC310 Wine Sensory Assessment.

Students will graduate from the Bachelor of Wine Science with the award BWineSc.

Course structure

More information about subjects and course structure.

Career opportunities

Ready to make a real difference to the world? Discover more about where this course could take you.

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

Distance education

Where

Wagga Wagga

When

Session 1; Session 2

Level

Undergraduate

Duration

6 years distance education

International?

YES

Indicative ATAR

N/A

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