Program Overview

Introduction to the Bachelor of Wine Business Articulated Set

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.

Course Overview

The Bachelor of Wine Business 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 those not interested in the business aspect of the degree, there is an option to exit after two years of study and graduate with an Associate Degree in Winegrowing.

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.

Course Structure and Duration

• Normal Course Duration:
  • Bachelor of Wine Business: Full-time 3.0 years (6.0 sessions), Part-time 6.0 years (12.0 sessions)
  • Associate Degree in Winegrowing [Exit Point Only]: Full-time 2 years (4.0 sessions), Part-time 4.0 years (8.0 sessions)
• The normal course duration refers to the effective period of time taken to complete a course when studied full-time (Full-time Equivalent: FTE).

Admission Criteria

• Assumed Knowledge: NSW HSC (or equivalent) with 2 unit mathematics (or equivalent). Study in one or more of the subjects biology, chemistry, or commerce is desirable but not essential.
• UAI Cutoff: For internal students, usually set at 69.3.
• Bridging Subjects: Successful applicants without an appropriate HSC background may be recommended to undertake bridging subjects offered in the University's Studylink supplementary program prior to commencing study in the course.
• Additional Tuition: Students experiencing difficulties in mathematics or chemistry can avail themselves of additional tuition provided by the CSU Study Centres.

Credit and Articulation

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

Graduation Requirements

• Bachelor of Wine Business: To graduate, students must satisfactorily complete 192 points.
• Associate Degree in Winegrowing [Exit Point Only]: To graduate, students must satisfactorily complete 128 points.

Course Subjects

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
• 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

• Full-time: This course is not offered full-time.
• Distance Education: The enrolment pattern for distance education is outlined over six years, with specific subjects allocated to each session.

Workplace Learning and Residential Schools

• Workplace Learning: Certain subjects may contain a Workplace Learning component.
• Residential Schools: Some subjects have a residential school component, with further information available through the university's residential schools page.

Accreditation

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