Course information
CombinationA mix of on campus, virtual, online and workplace training.
ViticultureCourse specialisation
Part TimeUp to 15 hours per week.
2 yearsTime required to complete this course.
28 Apr 2025First day of attendance online or on campus.
9 Apr 2027Final day of attendance online or on campus.
Class details
4 hoursDedicated hours required each week in either online or on campus classes.
10 hoursThe minimum recommended hours you will need to commit to your studies outside of class hours. This may include private study, work placements and research.
Register interest
This course is currently closed. Register your interest to be notified when this course opens for enrolment.
Course fees
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Fee pending
Course fees are released each semester. We'll confirm your fee before enrolment.
Proposed timetable
What time classes run
This course is currently scheduled on Monday and Wednesday with evening classes. This timetable may change and will be confirmed by your teacher.
Additional information
Other things to know
Assessments
Assessments give you the opportunity to demonstrate what you have learnt and to identify the knowledge or skills that may need further development.
A 2-day block attendance per term at TAFE NSW Kurri Kurri Campus Winery, over the 2-year duration of the qualification
Additional study time of 6 hours per week to complete assessment tasks
Knowledge assessments: short answer, extended response, research tasks
Skills assessments: projects
Practical skills assessments: demonstrations under observation
Simulated workplace projects: scenario-based problem solving
Submission of a logbook e.g. keeping a record of the relevant experience gained at your industry-specific workplace is crucial
Work placement
Work placement provides you with opportunities to respond to situations and circumstances that cannot be replicated in a learning or simulated environment. Work placement strengthens your training and supports continued learning and assessment in the workplace.
Work experience provides you with exposure to situations and circumstances that cannot be replicated in a learning or simulated environment. Mandatory work placement is not required in this course, however we strongly recommend you undertake work experience with a suitable industry employer. You are responsible for arranging your own work placement. Our team can offer support and guidance to assist you.
Materials needed
To complete this course, the following materials are required:
Access to a computer with reliable internet, webcam and headset with microphone
Access to a commercial vineyard and associated winery or the ability to attend all practical assessment blocks held at Kurri Kurri Campus winery
Additional entry requirements
To make sure this delivery option is the right fit for you, we will need you to demonstrate that you can meet the additional requirements below.
There are no additional requirements for this qualification.
Units
Units taught in this course
Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Diploma of Viticulture qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 10 units of competency, including 6 core and 4 speciality units.
Core units - 6
Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.
Plan and manage long-term weed, pest and disease control in cropsAHCBAC509
Apply biosecurity measuresAHCBIO303
Manage enterprise staff requirementsAHCBUS511
Develop a grape production planAHCPHT508
Course delivery
Combination study
Learn through a combination of on-campus classroom, virtual classroom, online, and/or workplace activity. For example, you may participate in scheduled face-to-face or virtual classroom activity, have an element of self-directed learning with online content, and/or receive supervised training while on the job, doing work experience, or on placement.
Classroom activity will be scheduled, but online learning can provide more flexibility. Teacher support will be provided for all study. Access to a computer with an internet connection is required.
Kurri Kurri
Established in 1982 near the heart of the Hunter Valley wine region, TAFE NSW Kurri Kurri is set on 135 hectares of beautiful park and native bushland.
With a strong focus on sustainable development, building design, energy and water management, TAFE NSW Kurri Kurri is also home to the award winning 'Intuition' range of wines, produced on-site by viticulture students.
Campus address
McLeod Road Kurri Kurri 2327
Parking on campus grounds is available.
Refer to your local bus timetables, visit transportnsw.info
Facilities
TAFE NSW campuses work closely with the community and industry to ensure you have access to the industry standard technologies, equipment and facilities.
Aboriginal Learning Circle
Heavy vehicle, plant and auto electrical training centre
Hospitality and food services training facility
Sports turf management training centre
Viticultural training centre
Student support
We're here for you. Get help and assistance with nearly every aspect of your study life - from study support and student resources, to counselling, guidance, and help finding jobs or accommodation.
- Mon8.30am - 4.00pm
- Tue8.30am - 4.00pm
- Wed8.30am - 4.00pm
- Thu8.30am - 4.00pm
- Fri8.30am - 4.00pm
- SatClosed
- SunClosed
- Student Services Phone: 131 601
- Counselling and careers Phone: 131 601 Email: CounsellingandCareerDevelopmentSupport@tafensw.edu.au
- Disability services Phone: 131 601 Email: DisabilityandAccessStudentSupport@tafensw.edu.au