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 skills in winemaking, wine science and wine appraisal, this degree is backed by a four-decade history of delivery and is taught by experienced professionals in the field.Charles Sturt University has contributed to the wine industry since 1975 by developing courses that blend science, business and practical training for wine industry personnel.

This means you'll graduate with the knowledge and hands-on experience that give you the edge in the wine industry.

We recommend the following Study Link subjects for this course.

• SSS010 Introduction to Chemistry
• SSS071 Maths Skills 1 – Introductory (before SSS072 if you need more introductory content)
• SSS072 Maths Skills 2 – Intermediate A
• SSS076 Introduction to Statistics
• SSS077 Essay Writing 1 – Style
• SSS078 Essay Writing 2 – Structure
• SSS079 Essay Writing 3 – Putting it into Practice
• SSS082 Critical Thinking Skills in Context
• SSS086 Transition to Uni Study

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) or Foundation Mathematics (SSS018) 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 (WSC201, WSC301) and a four-week placement in a commercial vineyard, winery or wine business (AHT274).