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Master of Wine Science MWineSci

University of Auckland

Auckland, New Zealand

Tuition Fee NZ$ 50,810
Country Rank#1
Duration18 Months
Score IELTS: 6.5

Program Overview

Embedding practical winemaking skills within theoretical coursework, the MWineSci will provide opportunities for students to perform research ranging from topics that directly benefit the New Zealand wine industry to fundamental studies of fermentation chemistry and biology.

This 180-point postgraduate programme will be completed in three semesters, with the first year of study taking place at the Goldwater Wine Science Centre on Waiheke Island. Research projects in the third semester may be undertaken in collaboration with a wine company, at the Goldwater Wine Science Centre or at the City Campus.

Course Content
Programme structure

The MWineSci is an 18 month, 180-point programme with the option of starting in Semester 1 or Semester 2.

Students must complete:

120 points of coursework:
- WINESCI 701: Winemaking in a New Zealand Setting
- WINESCI 702: The Science Behind Grape Production
- WINESCI 703: The Science Behind Winemaking
- WINESCI 704: Sensory Evaluation and Statistical Methods
- WINESCI 705: Project in Wine Science
- WINESCI 706: The Business of Wine Production
- WINESCI 707: Topics in Wine Science
- WINESCI 708: Post-fermentation Processes in Winemaking
- 15 points from other approved 700 level courses offered at this University
45 points research project:
- WINESCI 792
For all official programme information, including regulations about entry, enrolment, fees, examinations, and requirements for degrees, diplomas and certificates, see the University Calendar.

You'll also need to meet other requirements, including time limits and total points limits. See Postgraduate enrolment.
Entry Requirement
Grade required:
Grade Point Equivalent: 4.0
Fees & Scholarships
Fees for International students:
NZ$50,810
Career Prospect
Where could this programme take you?

Graduates of the MWineSci will have specialist knowledge and skills in viticulture, winemaking, wine chemistry and microbiology, sensory evaluation and wine business.

Jobs related to this programme
- Assistant Winemaker
- Cellar Hand
- Cellar Supervisor
- Laboratory Technician
- Vineyard Manager
- Vineyard Operator
- Viticultural Technician
- Winemaker

Cost Of Studying At University of Auckland

Interest rates as low as 8.9% ^*

250K+

Students Assisted

800Cr+

Loan Amount Disbursed

5000+

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