18Jan
UndergraduateCourse summary
Viticulture is the UK’s fastest growing agricultural sector and the industry is in need of highly trained and academically skilled graduates to enter the sector. Plumpton College is the leading provider of English-taught undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Viticulture, Oenology, Wine Production, and Global Wine Business Management. This BSc degree is aimed at individuals who are passionate about the wine industry and looking to progress to a career as a viticulturalist, winemaker, oenologist, vineyard manager or wine consultant or researcher. You can study the science of grape growing and winemaking in our commercial winery and vineyard located in East Sussex. This course has a strong scientific focus, which blends current grape and wine science theory with advanced application either in the laboratory, vineyard or winery, giving you an immersive learning experience. This 3-year full time BSc degree has been co-designed with industry leaders in the wine sector. It is validated and quality assured by the University of Greenwich's Faculty of Science & Engineering. Did you know, Plumpton College has been awarded the prestigious Queen's Anniversary Prize (2024) for its work in providing quality education and training for wine studies. We have been delivering quality wine-related education for over 40 years and have recently invested in our commercial winery facilities. Our alumni works across the world at leading production, wineries, vineyards, sales and supply chain companies from England and Wales to Canada, California and Australia. You can study this degree over three years full time or opt to do it part time over six years. You will be taught by an expert team whose experience and knowledge closely reflects the course modules. The team consists of leading academics, and experienced industry professionals, along with diverse industrial networks to external international experts who deliver guest lectures on individual modules, and provide career guidance. Our wine programmes are endorsed by WineGB, the leading trade body for the wine industry in England and Wales. Why study at Plumpton in East Sussex?
- We are the UK Centre of Excellence in Wine education, training, and research and winner of the prestigious Queen's Award 2024.
- Our 800-acre Sussex estate with its commercial winery is the perfect location for an immersive learning experience.
- We have been training winemakers and viticulturalists for over 40 years.
- Our graduates are in high profile and successful professional roles across the world.
- Our degrees are quality assured by the University of Greenwich (TEF Gold).
Assessment method
Students are assessed through a combination of assessment methods which may include writing reports, performing a series of statistical analysis, written examinations, pracitcal exams (e.g., tastings), and coursework such as essays, case study analysis and presentations. In your final year of study, you will have the opportunity to submit a research dissertation (30 credits).
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
How to apply
29Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- P610
- Institution code:
- P59
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 104 points
We consider a wide range of Level 3 equivalent qualifications in science related subjects such as Biology, Chemistry, Horticulture, Agriculture, and Physics. Level 3 qualifications considered includes T-levels, A-levels and Extended Diplomas (L3), Irish Highers, Scottish Highers, as well as Access to HE qualifications. We would also consider candidates who have completed a Level 3 Crop Technician (Viticulture) apprenticeship. In addition to the above Level 3 qualifications, candidates must have at least five GCSEs at grade 4 (or above) and this must include English Language (Grade 4 or above) and Maths (Grade 4 or above). Candidates will also need to complete the WSET Level 2 Award in Wines prior to starting on the course. Students must be a minimum of 18 years old upon entry. Students with English as a second language will be required to have gained IELTS Level 6.5 overall with Level 6.0 in writing. Mature students with relevant industrial experience, but without the minimum academic qualifications, may be eligible for entry. This will be assessed at interview using a portfolio evidence and employer references.
Additional entry requirements
Interview
English language requirements
Students with English as a second language will be required to have gained IELTS level 6.5 overall with level 6.0 in writing.
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| EU | £9275 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9275 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9275 | Year 1 |
| England | £9275 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9275 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9275 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9275 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
We are unable to sponsor internationals students at present. If you are from the EU including the Republic of Ireland, please get in touch with our Admissions Team.
This course may incur additional costs not included within the tuition fees such as travel, accommodation, personal protective equipment (e.g. steel-toe capped boots; gloves; secateurs).
Provider information
Plumpton College
Ditchling Road
Lewes
BN7 3AE