Program Overview

Introduction to the Bachelor of Wine Business Program

The Bachelor of Wine Business Articulated Set includes the Bachelor of Wine Business and the Associate Degree in Winegrowing, which serves as an exit point only. This course is designed to develop knowledge and skills in winemaking, wine science, viticulture, wine appraisal, and business, aiming to prepare graduates for a business career in the global wine industry.

Program Details

• The course allows students to specialize in accounting, management, or marketing through a wide range of electives.
• Students can complete their studies while working in the wine industry or by alternating between full-time study and distance education.
• For students not interested in the business element, there is an option to exit after two years of study and graduate with an Associate Degree in Winegrowing.
• Graduates are knowledgeable, practically oriented, work-ready, and meet the highest expectations of the wine industry.
• The course includes practical experience through workplace learning.

Awards and Availability

• The course includes the following awards:
  • Associate Degree in Winegrowing (AssocDegWinegrowing)
  • Bachelor of Wine Business (BWineBus)
• Availability is subject to change, and it is recommended to verify prior to enrolment.

Study Modes and Locations

• Bachelor of Wine Business (4415WB) is available in Distance Education mode at Wagga Wagga and Wangaratta.

Course Duration

• Normal course duration for the Bachelor of Wine Business:
  • Full-time: 3.0 years (6.0 sessions)
  • Part-time: 6.0 years (12.0 sessions)
• Normal course duration for the Associate Degree in Winegrowing:
  • Full-time: 2 years (4.0 sessions)
  • Part-time: 4.0 years (8.0 sessions)

Admission Criteria

• Assumed knowledge is the NSW HSC (or equivalent) with 2 unit mathematics (or equivalent).
• Study in one or more of the subjects biology, chemistry, or commerce would be desirable but is not essential.
• The UAI cutoff for internal students is usually set at 69.3.
• Successful applicants who do not have an appropriate HSC background will be recommended to undertake bridging subjects offered in the University's Studylink supplementary program prior to commencing study in the course.

Credit and Articulation

• Normal CSU Credit regulations will apply for the Bachelor of Wine Business.
• The Bachelor and Associate Degree make up an articulated set of courses, with credit given in each higher-level course for the subjects completed in the lower level.

Graduation Requirements

• To graduate with a Bachelor of Wine Business, students must satisfactorily complete 192 points.
• To graduate with an Associate Degree in Winegrowing, students must satisfactorily complete 128 points.

Course Structure

Core Subjects

• AGB110 Agricultural Economics
• AHT231 Agricultural Business and Financial Management
• AGB310 Agricultural Marketing
• AGR202 Food Environment and Culture
• AGS107 Precision Agriculture and Data Handling
• AHT101 Professional Skills in Agriculture and Horticulture
• AHT274 Industry Practice OR SCI301 International Practical Experience
• PSC104 Soil Science

Additional Compulsory Subjects

• AGB450 Agriculture Business Risk and Investment
• AGR237 Property Planning and Development
• AGR375 Agribusiness Planning
• CHM108 Chemical Fundamentals
• PSC103 Botany
• VIT211 Viticultural Science
• WSC101 Wine Science 1
• WSC201 Wine Production 1
• WSC210 Sensory Science
• WSC310 Wine Sensory Assessment
• HRM210 Human Resources Management
• LAW110 Business Law
• MCR101 Introduction to Microbiology

Restricted Electives

• AGB320 Supply Chain Management
• ENG210 Food and Beverage Engineering
• ENG302 Winery Engineering
• MKT220 Buyer Behaviour
• MKT260 International Marketing
• VIT402 Vine Physiology (PG)
• VIT405 Integrated Vineyard Management
• WSC301 Wine Production 2
• WSC406 Wine Microbiology
• FDS305 Quality Assurance

Enrolment Pattern

The enrolment pattern for distance education is outlined over six years, with specific subjects allocated to each session.

Workplace Learning and Residential School

• Certain subjects may contain a Workplace Learning component.
• Some subjects may have a residential school component, including AGR375 Agribusiness Planning, CHM108 Chemical Fundamentals, ENG210 Food and Beverage Engineering, MCR101 Introduction to Microbiology, PSC103 Botany, PSC104 Soil Science, VIT211 Viticultural Science, VIT406 Vine Physiology and Performance, WSC101 Wine Science 1, WSC201 Wine Production 1, WSC210 Sensory Science, WSC301 Wine Production 2, and WSC310 Wine Sensory Assessment.

Accreditation

Students are eligible for student membership to the Australian Society for Viticulture and Oenology, and graduated students are eligible for full membership.