Wine Science

The Wine Science programme teaches the science and processes of wine production.

Subject overview

New Zealand has an excellent reputation for winemaking. If you want to be a part of this exciting industry, postgraduate study in Wine Science will give you an understanding of the science of winemaking (oenology) and help prepare you for a career in this field.

Classes are taught on the City Campus and you'll also have access to the Goldie Wine Science Centre on Waiheke Island for day field tips, where you'll gain practical viticulture and winemaking experience.

Where can Wine Science take you?

Wine Science prepares students to work within the wine industry, either as a winemaker or in another role. With training in Wine Science you are qualified to work in New Zealand or overseas, and it’s also a great preparatory programme for other jobs in the food and beverage industry.

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