Bachelor of Viticulture and Oenology

Lincoln University

Every great wine is a product of high quality science and sound process management. Lincoln University’s Bachelor of Viticulture and Oenology prepares you to cultivate a future in the wine sector in New Zealand or overseas. This is a specialised degree whose graduates are highly sought-after. A sound understanding of basic science, advanced viticulture and wine science, pest and disease management, biometrics and wine chemistry opens up opportunities across the entire wine sector, with plenty of opportunities for travel and further learning. Lincoln also created the first cool climate wine production programme in the English-speaking world! How you’ll grow By developing a strong understanding of the sciences, including biology, chemistry, plants and soils. Cultivating your knowledge of the wine supply chain, from plant and soil sciences through to marketing and management of wine products and organisations. Knowledge of the essentials of horticultural systems. The principles of wine science and wine quality assessment. Even includes producing your own wine.

Faculty of Agriculture and Life Sciences