Melbourne Polytechnic
Bachelor of Agriculture and Technology (Viticulture and Winemaking Major)
Preston, Victoria, Australia
Level
Bachelor
Duration
3.0F/P
Campus
Epping (VIC)
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Intake
TBD
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Course Overview
Bachelor of Agriculture and Technology (Viticulture and Winemaking Major) at Melbourne Polytechnic in Preston, Victoria, Australia is a bachelor programme designed to give you both rigorous academic grounding and exposure to current practice in the field.
- Study with academics who are active researchers and industry practitioners, with regular contact through seminars, tutorials, and project work.
- Develop core knowledge in your first year before specialising through optional modules in later years tailored to your interests and career goals.
- Build practical, transferable skills — analysis, communication, teamwork, and project delivery — that employers across sectors actively look for.
- Access dedicated employability support including internships, placements, alumni mentoring, and a careers service that connects students to graduate roles.
- Join a global student community with extracurricular societies, sports, volunteering, and study-abroad opportunities to round out your university experience.
Career snapshot (indicative)
Agriculture and rural science graduates work in farm management, agri-tech, food production, environmental consultancy and agricultural policy, with growing demand in precision farming, sustainable food systems and rural development.
Student life (indicative)
Preston offers a comfortable, outdoor-focused student lifestyle. Great weather, natural surroundings and a friendly community create a welcoming environment, with cafés, bars and local events to fill your downtime.
The University at a Glance
Staff Ratio
18.0:1
Career Prospects
Avg Starting Salary
£33,970
First-year earnings
Costs & Living
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Check the university's official fee page
City & Location
Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Course Curriculum
Year 1
- Foundations of Bachelor of Agriculture and Technology (Viticulture and Winemaking Major)
- Academic and Research Skills
- Quantitative Methods
- Introduction to Theory and Practice
- Optional language or breadth module.
Year 2
- Intermediate Bachelor of Agriculture and Technology (Viticulture and Winemaking Major) topics
- Applied Methods and Tools
- Group Project
- Two optional pathway modules
- Career and Industry Insights.
Year 3
- Advanced Bachelor of Agriculture and Technology (Viticulture and Winemaking Major)
- Independent Dissertation or Capstone Project
- Two specialist optional modules aligned with your interests
- Employability and Professional Development.
Entry Requirements
Subjects
- Current Year 12 graduates Educational outcomes considered for selection Successful completion of the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) or the equivalent in your state or territory, or successful completion of the International Baccalaureate. Recent Year 12 graduates Educational outcomes considered for selection Successful completion of the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) or the equivalent in your state or territory, or successful completion of the International Baccalaureate. Applicants with Higher Education study Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. Admission criteria for applicants with a Higher Education Study Satisfactory completion of one or more subjects in a degree or associate degree course. Applicants with VET study Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. Admission criteria for applicants with a Vocational Education and Training study Successful completion of a Certificate IV or higher qualification in any discipline. Applicants with work and life experience Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. Admission criteria for applicants with work and life experience Mature age applicants (21 years of age or over) with relevant industry experience defined as professional industry engagement for a minimum of two years
- OR two years of high-level management experience
- OR a combination of qualifications and industry experience.
Assessment Methods
Assessment is varied across the programme and may include: Written examinations across foundational modules; Coursework essays and analytical reports; Group and individual projects with presentations; Practical lab, studio, or fieldwork assessments where relevant; A final-year dissertation or capstone project that lets you specialise in a topic of your choice.
Campus & City Life
Staff Ratio
18:1
Students per staff
Campus at a Glance
City Size
Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Mild coastal
Safety Index (indicative)
8.0/10
Transport
Good (close to station or regional airport)
Social Scene
Friendly community | Coastal lifestyle | Academic / intellectual | Professional / career networks
Student Life & City (indicative)
Preston offers a comfortable, outdoor-focused student lifestyle. Great weather, natural surroundings and a friendly community create a welcoming environment, with cafés, bars and local events to fill your downtime.
- Preston offers a comfortable, outdoor-focused student lifestyle.
- Great weather, natural surroundings and a friendly community create a welcoming environment, with cafés, bars and local events to fill your downtime.
What Students Love
- Outdoor & nature activities
- Great café culture
- Thriving student social scene
- Beach lifestyle
University Stats
Career & Outcomes
Avg Starting Salary
£33,970
Average first-year salary
Placement Year
✗ Not offered
Industry work experience
Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)
Agriculture and rural science graduates work in farm management, agri-tech, food production, environmental consultancy and agricultural policy, with growing demand in precision farming, sustainable food systems and rural development.
- Agriculture and rural science graduates work in farm management, agri-tech, food production, environmental consultancy and agricultural policy, with growing demand in precision farming, sustainable food systems and rural development.
Top Industries for Graduates
- Healthcare
- Business
- Education
Study Abroad Opportunities
Y
- Y
Costs & Living Expenses
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Check the university's official fee page
Overall Cost of Living (indicative)
HIGH
This location has a higher cost of living. Budget accordingly for accommodation, food, and general expenses.
Monthly Student Budget (indicative)
Cost Overview (indicative)
Like most major Australian cities, Preston carries a moderate-to-high cost of living — expect around $1,810/month (housing $1,040, food $420, transport $110). A comfortable lifestyle at costs below Australia's major east-coast cities.
- Like most major Australian cities, Preston carries a moderate-to-high cost of living — expect around $1,810/month (housing $1,040, food $420, transport $110).
- A comfortable lifestyle at costs below Australia's major east-coast cities.