Bachelor of Wine Science

Combine science and creativity to develop outstanding wines with the Bachelor of Wine Science from Charles Sturt University. Designed to develop your knowledge and hands-on skills in winemaking, wine science and wine appraisal, this degree is backed by Charles Sturt's four-decade history of delivering courses that blend science, business and practical training to give wine industry personnel the edge in their careers.

You can choose to study this course part-time over six years or fast-track your degree – either online or via blended learning (a combination of on-campus and online study) – and complete within four years.

This course is part of the Charles Sturt Advantage – meaning you could get a guaranteed spot in your course before you sit your final Year 12 exams!

A completed High School Certificate with an ATAR of 60 (including adjustment factors) or equivalent.
OR
A completed Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) with an equivalent ranking to the currently listed ATAR
OR
A completed AQF Certificate III or higher level qualification.
OR
50% completion of an AQF Diploma level qualification.
OR
A completed Tertiary Preparation Course from an Australian University or an accredited provider demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studies.
OR
Successful completion of two university level subjects (AQF level Associate Degree or higher) demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studies.
AND
STANDARD English Language Proficiency requirements. Refer to http://futurestudents.csu.edu.au/apply/english-language for the specific requirements.

NOTE
Successful applicants who do not have an appropriate high school background in chemistry or mathematics are strongly recommended to undertake Introductory Chemistry (SSS010) and Maths Skills 2 - Intermediate A & B (SSS072 & SSS073) in the University's Study Link program prior to commencing study in the course.

This course contains workplace learning components requiring access to winery or basic winemaking and analysis equipment for the production of wine (WSC202, WSC303) and a four-week placement in a commercial vineyard, winery or wine business (AHT274).

1. providing evidence of having completed a sufficient standard of study in English
2. have obtained an Academic IELTS within the last 2 years with:
   1. a minimum overall score of 6
   2. no individual score below 5.5
3. obtaining a qualification deemed to be equivalent to Academic IELTS (and its minimum scores) by Charles Sturt.

• Build your own venture

  Apply your learning to create your own boutique winery venture. Develop a distinctive style of wine to set your brand apart from competitors.

• Oversee winemaking at some of the world's largest brands

  Be responsible for the style and quality of each bottle produced, working at the intersection between production and cellar door. Develop new brands of wine and coordinate production and distribution for your brand.

• Drive innovation

  Your degree in wine science will empower you to build a career in research investigating evolving technologies, new techniques, brands and blends.

Step 1: Choose a course

Step 2: Prepare

Step 3: Where to apply

Step 4: Accept your offer