Studying without borders
The wine sector, as well as the industry, teaching and research, have an increasing demand for internationally competent, top-level employees with a scientific background and expertise in the wine and beverage sector.
The English-language Master's degree program in Viticulture and Enology is aimed at Bachelor's graduates who want to combine their passion for wine and nature with science, technology and innovation. It appeals to people who want to use natural resources, develop innovative solutions and combine enjoyment with practice-oriented research. Whether sustainability concepts, modern technologies or the sensory facets of wine - this program offers an ideal foundation for a career in the international wine industry.
Teaching is in English and places particular emphasis on practical relevance. Through intercultural teaching content such as workshops and language courses, the program teaches excellent intercultural skills. Students can also complete coursework abroad.
Course language: English
The aim of the program is to train experts who are able to develop sustainable solution strategies for industry-specific challenges in a global context and who wish to qualify for management tasks in the international wine industry. The degree program places particular emphasis on future-oriented topics such as technological innovations in Enology, sustainability and biodiversity in viticulture as well as process automation and agrometeorological influences. Through English-language teaching and international cooperation, students not only acquire sound specialist knowledge, but also valuable intercultural skills. This content is complemented by a focus on biotechnology, leadership skills and data analysis.
Special features
The program offers two study options tailored to the individual backgrounds and goals of the students: the International Double Degree (A), which enables a close connection between studies and career, and the Applied Science Program (B) , which is aimed at graduates of science and engineering courses.
Costs
The degree program does not charge tuition fees and offers a wide range of financial support options, including scholarships and Erasmus funding for study abroad at European universities.
Career prospects
Graduates are fit for management positions in the global wine sector and experts in the international food and beverage industry. They also have access to positions of responsibility in research and teaching and are eligible for a PhD.
Career examples: Graduates take on technical management positions in large wineries or international wine production companies, occupy management positions in the agricultural sector and the wine-related supply industry or work as consultants for viticulture and Enology. Other opportunities include strategic positions in politics, administration and associations as well as teaching and research activities at universities and institutes.
Contact
Prof. Dr. Lena Keller
Miriam Löwe
Your way to your destination
The Viticulture and Enology Master's degree program offers two study options tailored to the individual backgrounds and goals of students: the International Double Degree ( A), which enables a close connection between studies and career, and the Applied Science Program (B), which is aimed at graduates of science and engineering courses.
International Double Degree (A): This study option is specifically designed for Bachelor graduates* in Viticulture and Enology who wish to gain practical experience in a company in the wine industry and deepen their knowledge through interdisciplinary approaches. The cooperation with the Université de Haute-Alsace in Colmar (France) enables students to gain international experience in the second year of their studies and simultaneously acquire a double degree. While the first year of study takes place at the Wine Campus Neustadt, students spend the second year in France and complete their Master's thesis in the company.
The Applied Science Program (B) is open to all bachelor's graduates from the natural sciences or engineering who wish to expand their knowledge in the field of viticulture and Enology and gain practical experience. The first year of the program takes place at the Wine Campus Neustadt and includes practice-oriented learning content that is closely linked to the university's own winery. In the third semester, students complete a practical phase at a scientific institution in Germany or abroad before completing their Master's thesis in the fourth semester.
General documents
The examination regulations and the Module manual apply to both versions of the Master of Science in Viticulture and Enology program.
Maria Köwerich
Melanie Pfeffer
François-Guillaume Colin
Leonie Wagner
