Lincoln University's specialist Bachelor of Viticulture and Oenology degree prepares graduates for a great career in the wine sector.

Lincoln University delivered the first cool climate wine production programme in the English-speaking world, and we’ve been leading the way ever since.

The core of the degree covers basic science preparation through to advanced viticulture and wine science, pest and disease management, biometrics and wine chemistry. You can then tailor the rest of your degree using electives to fit your areas of interest and individual career aspirations.

Lincoln University’s Bachelor of Viticulture and Oenology will also take you places. Our graduates are all over the world; from the Gibbston Valley to the Hunter Valley, from Blenheim to Bordeaux.

Practical Work

A period of Practical Work is a requirement of this qualification and full details are available in the handbook.

A summary of requirements is provided:
• 18 weeks in total
• 6 consecutive weeks in a commercial vineyard
• 6 consecutive weeks in a commercial winery
• 6 consecutive weeks in an allied industry e.g. wine bar or shop, winery laboratory, commercial vineyard or brewery.

GPA of 8.0 or better in the upper secondary education graduation diploma (on completion of year 12) at a school