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2013 programmesViticulture and WineThere’s no better place in New Zealand to study viticulture and winemaking than NMIT. The Marlborough region is atthe forefront of New Zealand’s wine industry growth, producing 75 percent of the country’s grape harvest and with over60 wineries and more than 300 independent growers. The region has also acquired an international reputation for thequality and flavours of its wines, based on the district’s unique characteristics for cool climate viticulture. Perhaps thegreatest asset for students studying with us, are the close links with local wine and viticulture industries. Students havethe opportunity to gain on-the-job experience at local wineries and vineyards through work placements and part-timeemployment while studying and facilities on-campus include a vineyard, a purpose-built winery and state-of-the-artlab facility. Whether you want to create world class wines, manage a vineyard or become a qualified vineyard worker weoffer full or part time, on campus or distance learning options to suit your individual learning needs. Talk to us today tostart your career in viticulture and wine.Lincoln University Bachelor of Viticulture and OenologyThe NMIT Diploma in Viticulture and WineProduction has been developed in conjunctionwith Lincoln University. Graduates have the optionof further study, either at the NMIT MarlboroughCampus or at Lincoln to complete the LincolnUniversity Bachelor of Viticulture and Oenology.This involves the equivalent of one more year offull time study plus a summer school at the NMITMarlborough Campus after completion of theNMIT diploma. The third year also has an optionto complete a vintage within study time.Diploma in Viticulture and Wine ProductionGraduates may go on to supervisory or assistantmanagerial positions within the wine industry,cellar hand, laboratory technician, contractor,vineyard worker or continue on with furtherstudy such as the Lincoln University Bachelor ofViticulture and Oenology.Certificate in Vineyard PracticeGraduates can gain employment as skilledvineyard workers, set up their own vineyardsor undertake further training.Level Duration Starts Campus7A pathway to:Equivalent to one more year of studyplus Summer schoolFebruaryand JulyLevel Duration Starts Campus5 2 years full time or part time equivalent Februaryand JulyENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Applicants under 20 years: 42 credits NCEA L3 including 14 credits L3 in each of 2 subjects (Maths anda Science subject). Applicants 20 years and over: Evidence to support ability to undertake study at Level 5. Interview required.Level Duration Starts Campus3 Part time for up to 2 yearsFebruaryand JulyENTRY REQUIREMENTS: All applicants: No minimum academic requirements. All applicants need a full drivers licence.MMFFNOTE: Entry requirements in this document are a summary and should be used as a guide only. All NMIT programmes have EnglishLanguage entry requirements for applicants whose first language is not English. Please contact NMIT for full details on entry requirements.Stephen Jackson - Certificate in Vineyard Practice/Diploma in Viticulture and Wine ProductionVINEYARD ASSISTANT, MOUNT BASE VINEYARD, MARLBOROUGHIt was while applying for a job as a vineyard worker at Oyster Bay winery in Blenheimthat he first considered viticulture as a career. “The manager looked at my CV and saidthat with all my experience, I could do his job. He’d studied viticulture at NMIT andhighly recommended it because it really sets you up for work in the industry.”Steve Jackson never thought at 50 he’d be starting all over again in a new career.But, that’s exactly what happened, he caught the viticulture bug and enrolled inNMIT’s Diploma in Viticulture and Wine Production.Steve is now a vineyard assistant at Mount Base Vineyard in Waihope Valley where heworks alongside the manager overseeing 51 hectares of sauvignon blanc grape vines.The job appealed because it will give him the experience he needs to realise his goal ofbecoming a vineyard manager.“It’s quite a varied role. I love being outside and there’s such a variety of jobs I do. It’s perfect asa new graduate because you’re at the front-line and learning something different every day.”Search NMITNZ on YouTube.com and Vimeo.com for this graduate profile.32CAMPUS KEY:N NelsonCampusR RichmondCampusM MarlboroughCampusF Flexible (i.e. Distance,Online or a blend of both)W RNZAF BaseWoodbourneO Other