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Bachelor of Science (Viticulture) B.Sc (VS)
2009

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Location: Waite Campus
Duration: 3 years (full-time or part-time? equivalent)
Degree/Award: Bachelor

Program Outline

The Bachelor of Science (Viticulture) is the entry point for both the Viticulture (study of vines and grape production) and Oenology (wine making) programs, which share common first and second year levels.

Program Structure

The first year level teaches the basic sciences and the foundations of wine science at the North Terrace campus and the National Wine Centre. In second year level the emphasis is on the scientific and technological aspects of winemaking and viticulture, with courses taught in the winery at the Waite Campus. Students wishing to complete the B.Sc. (Viticulture) undertake a third year level majoring in advanced viticulture technology and management practices, which includes ten weeks experience in the viticulture industry. Students wishing to major in oenology apply to enter the B. Oenology at the end of the second year level. This program requires a further two year levels of study on all aspects of wine production, including ten weeks of practical experience in the wine industry during a vintage period.

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Admission Information

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Domestic applicants

Not a domestic applicant? ?

2008 CSP IB 25
SATAC Code 324181
2008 CSP TER 70.55
HESS group ? General
Annual tuition fees ?
Commonwealth-supported place: $7,412
Mid-year entry? Yes
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Selection Criteria ?

Year 12 applicants
You must not have completed more than 2 years full time equivalent university study (48 units). You compete for a place with your Tertiary Entrance Rank (TER).
Assumed Knowledge ?
SACE Stage 2 Chemistry, Mathematical Studies
Alternative entry pathways
  • Higher Education applicants
    You must have completed at least half a year full time equivalent university study. A Grade Point Average (GPA) is calculated for each separate program you have undertaken (apart from some double degree programs where the GPA is combined). You compete on the basis of your best GPA.
  • VET applicants
    You must have completed an AQF Certificate IV or above. Your application will be ranked according to the level of the award.
  • Special Entry applicants
    You must meet the following criteria: you must be 21 years or over on January 1st of the year that you will be studying*, you must not hold a completed higher education level award, and if you have been enrolled in a course leading to a higher education level award in the last 3 years, you must not have completed more than 2 years full time equivalent university study. If you meet this criteria, you will be ranked according to your result in the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT). Your STAT result is weighted such that the verbal component contributes 40% and the quantitative component contributes 60% to your overall score. Personal Competencies (PC) and Employment Experience (EE) statements may also contribute to your rank. If you submit a PC or EE statement, and one of these ranks higher than your STAT score, then the highest ranking statement will contribute 70% to your overall rank and the STAT will contribute the remaining 30%. If you do not submit a PC or EE statement, or if the statements have a lower rank than the STAT, then you will compete for a place on the basis of your STAT result only. *The age restriction is 19 years or over if you have completed either the Flinders Foundation course or the UniSA Foundation Studies program or the UniSA Program for Adult Learners. Indigenous applicants may be eligible for entry through the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Access Scheme. See Wilto Yerlo for further information.
  • Without formal qualifications?
    You may be eligible for our special access schemes.

How to Apply ?

SATAC Code: 324181

International applicants

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International TER 80
IELTS Total 6 [more info]
Annual tuition fees ? International student place: $22,000
Mid-year entry? Yes
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Selection Criteria ?

Assumed Knowledge ?
Chemistry and Mathematics desirable
Equivalent Scores
International TER 80
IELTS
Total
Reading
Listening
Speaking
Writing
6
5.5
5.5
6
6

How to Apply ?

International applicants applying with Australian year 12 results

Not an international applicant applying with Australian year 12 results? ?

International TER 80
Annual tuition fees ? International student place: $22,000
Mid-year entry? Yes
Enquiries Student Centre

Selection Criteria ?

Assumed Knowledge ?
SACE Stage 2 Chemistry, Mathematical Studies
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Areas of Specialisation

Oenology

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Study Plans

The study plans ? given are examples of pathways through this degree. For a complete description, see the program rules.

Please note that this program is under review and the courses listed at levels II and III are indicative only.

Level I

Semester 1 (core courses)

Semester 2 (core courses)

Level II

Semester 1 (core courses)

Semester 2 (core courses)

Level III

Semester 1 (core courses)

Semester 2 (core courses) 

and one elective to the value of at least 2 units, chosen from the following recommended courses:

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Career Opportunities

Graduates may find careers in wine and related industries, directing and developing winemaking and viticultural practices.

  • Hospitality and tourism
  • Universities
  • Wine industry
  • Wineries.

Potential careers

Vineyard Management, Wine Making, Grape Production

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Program Rules

Faculty of Sciences

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Further Information

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Last updated: Wednesday, 8 Jul 2009

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