Master of Wine and Viticulture

Lincoln University's viticulture and oenology programmes have been instrumental in expanding the New Zealand wine industry's success and respect globally. You'll build on your existing knowledge, adding hands-on practical management skills and experience that will prepare you for a range of senior roles in the wine sector.

This programme covers both grape growing and winemaking, alongside key business understanding and knowledge. Supplementing your Bachelor's degree in a related discipline, you'll cultivate your ability to add value and make a significant contribution to wine and wine-related businesses in New Zealand or internationally.

You may be able to complete the degree in 12 months, depending on when you start. 

• Build a base of advanced knowledge in viticulture, oenology, microbiology and sensory science.
• Add an in-depth understanding of marketing, accounting, finance and business management.
• Nurture your industry knowledge, networks and partnerships. 

Whether you are considering a taught, taught/research or research-only Master’s degree, you will need a relevant degree with a B-grade average in your 300-level courses and final year (or full-time equivalent). 

Taught Master’s degrees are usually 12-month full-time programmes. Like Bachelor’s degrees, they are delivered and assessed through a series of taught modules and may include independent research in the specialised subject area.

Application tips

Check out this video for useful tips on what you need to prepare before submitting your taught master's application.

Required documents

To submit your application online, you will need: 

1. A birth certificate or passport (a scanned copy showing the same name that is on your academic documents). 

2. Academic documents. These must be: 

• In the original language. If this is not English, then an official translation should be provided. 
• Academic transcripts (results or mark sheets) for all tertiary education qualifications, either completed or partially completed. The transcript must include the courses taken and the marks or grades achieved. The grading scale used must also be provided. 
• Confirmation of any completed qualifications, if applicable. This can be either: an award certificate, a statement on the transcript or a letter from the awarding institution. 

3. Evidence of English language proficiency (if applicable). 

• If English is not your first language, you will need to provide evidence that you are able to meet the English language requirements for admission to Lincoln. If you don't currently have this, you can provide it to us later. 

4. A Curriculum Vitae or Resume. 

• This is optional but can be used to evaluate your experience to support your application. It should be brief and must include tertiary education and any employment or project experience. 

The advanced knowledge and skills delivered by this programme positions you strongly for roles in the modern wine industry, including management and supervisory positions in vineyards and wine production businesses.

1. Create your MyLinc Account:

Create an account and submit your application in MyLinc. 
Use an email that you can access and a password you can remember. We recommend monitoring your email spam or junk folders for account verification emails. If these don’t arrive, contact us for help.

 2. Make your study application: 

Once your MyLinc account is set up, log in to make your application. Let us know what you would like to study and give us as much information as you can, as this will help speed up your application. You can save your progress and come back later to complete your application. 

We ask for information about: 

• Your chosen study programme
• When you expect to start
• Your previous study, including your last year of high school
• Your English language test results (if English is not your first language)
• Other documents to support your application if applicable. 

If you are unable to provide your documents in your application, email them to [email protected]. 

 3. Monitor your emails

We’ll keep in touch with you about your application via email and may ask for more information. Once we have everything we need, and if you meet the criteria for your chosen qualification, you will receive an offer letter via email. 

 4. Accept your offer on MyLinc

After you accept your offer on MyLinc, you’ll receive instructions on how to complete your enrolment. You’ll also get your LU username, password and email address. These are sent via email, so monitor your junk/spam folders.  

 5. Check any conditions in your Offer Letter

If we require supporting documentation, please supply that as soon as possible so we can move you through the enrolment process more quickly. If we’ve asked you to provide evidence of your identity, read the instructions carefully.