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Diploma of Winery and Viticulture Technician
- Welland, Canada
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
Two-year diploma in winemaking and vineyard management.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (0 year): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Demonstrate applied knowledge and practical skills in Winery and Viticulture Technician. Apply concepts related to five-term programme covering general viticulture in guided assignments and practical contexts. Communicate work appropriately and complete subject-relevant projects or assessments.
Career outcomes
- Laboratory or viticulture technician
- Vineyard manager
- Winery or cellar technician
- Winemaker
Curriculum
- Five-term programme covering general viticulture
- Winemaking I to III
- Wine chemistry and lab analysis
- Sensory evaluation of wines
- Vineyard management
- Winery management
- Wine marketing and sales
- Integrated pest management
- Organic and biological chemistry
- A 9-credit field placement and a major project.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent
- Grade 12 English (C or U)
- Grade 12 Mathematics (C or U)
- Minimum age 19 by start of classes.
Accepted academic background
OSSD or equivalent with Grade 12 English, Mathematics, Sciences, Audition or portfolio for some programmes.
Language tests
- IELTS 6.0
- TOEFL iBT 80
- PTE Academic 58
- Duolingo 105
- Cambridge 169
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Previous Qualification Certificate
- English Language Test Results (If Applicable)
- Portfolio (If Applicable).
How to apply
- Check the programme and its intake on Program Availability. Apply online and pay the 150 CAD non-refundable application fee. Upload the secondary diploma and transcript
- Certified translations and language proof where required. Receive the Offer of Admission and pay the deposit shown on the Estimated Fees Invoice. Confirm the programme in MyNC to receive the Letter of Acceptance and Provincial Attestation Letter. Apply for the study permit
- Pay first-term tuition and send the permit to the international team.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $17,550 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $150 CAD |
| Deposit | $1,000 CAD |
Program details
| Campus | Welland Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | School of Wine, Beer and Spirits |
| Department | Winery and Viticulture Technician |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 60 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 0 year |
| Scholarship note | Niagara College publishes scholarships and awards for selected programs, Some are automatically considered while others require applications. International eligibility must be checked for the specific award. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
Tuition is $17,550 CAD per year. The application fee is $150 CAD. The deposit is $1,000 CAD. The estimated living cost is $16,150 CAD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 80, PTE Academic 58, Duolingo 105, Cambridge 169.