Graduate Diploma in Wine Science (Level 7)
Growing & Vines
A course by
EIT
A one-year (full-time) graduate diploma specialising in wine science, oenology, and viticulture, designed for those with a prior degree or significant industry experience looking to fast-track a career in the wine industry.
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Core skills this course teaches
Develop advanced understanding of winemaking processes
Gain comprehensive knowledge of the scientific and technical aspects of making wine, from fermentation to bottling.
Apply wine chemistry concepts
Understand and evaluate the chemistry behind wine production, stability, and quality assessment.
About This Course
The Graduate Diploma in Wine Science (Level 7) at EIT is intended for future winemakers, winery technical staff, senior cellar staff, winery enterprise managers, and others seeking to develop scientific, technical and managerial expertise in wine science and oenology. The programme covers advanced winemaking, chemistry, wine palate development and viticulture, and is offered on-campus or via distance learning with required residential schools.
Course Content
- Advanced winemaking techniques
- Wine science and chemistry
- Wine palate development
- Introduction to viticulture
- Industry placements and practical work
- Sensory analysis and laboratory work
- Field trips to wineries and vineyards
- Participation in residential schools (for distance learners)
Entry Requirements
A completed three-year undergraduate degree (or equivalent qualification)
Or, significant in-depth work and professional experience (at least five years) in the grape growing and winemaking industry (for domestic applicants)
Build towards these roles
WinemakerAssistant winemakerManager in wine, brewing or food industriesResearch and development in wine sectorWine educatorWinery technical staff
Build skills in these industries
Wine scienceViticulture
