Located in one of the premium winemaking districts in New Zealand (if not the world) EIT offers two unrivalled degrees in viticulture and wine science. You will discover everything about what makes grapes grow and how wine is made. You willl learn about grape varieties, the soils, and environments they are best suited to, and the science involved in turning them into one of New Zealand’s most famous exports. With EIT’s flexible study approach you can study either the BVit or BWSc degree full-time on-campus or part-time via distance learning. There is never been a better time or place to discover the intriguing world of wine. Both the BVit and the BWSc programmes will provide you with the skill-sets required for exciting careers in the viticulture and winemaking industries. These degrees will also lay the foundation for ongoing learning in the fast-paced world of grape and wine production.

Graduating with a degree in Viticulture and/or Wine Science from EIT opens up many career pathways for a future in the grapegrowing (viticulture) and winemaking (wine science) industries. Careers such as: Bachelor of Viticulture careers: Vineyard manager Viticultural contractor Research and development Owner/operator of a winery/vineyard Wine/viticulture educator Grower liaison positions Bachelor of Wine Science careers: Winemaker Assistant Winemaker Manager in wine, brewing or food industries Research and development Wine/viticulture educator