Viticulture and Enology Certificate

The Viticulture and Enology Certificate, offered by the Department of Horticultural Sciences, contains 15 hours of concentrated study in the areas of viticulture, pre- and post-fermentation winemaking processes, wine etiquette, and sensory evaluation. The certificate is designed to provide a knowledge base to those individuals who have an interest in pursuing a career that involves the wine industry. The certificate is open to all majors, but students should consult with their academic advisor prior to submitting a Viticulture and Enology Certificate program application.

Program Requirements

The program is comprised of 15 credit hours of coursework. 9 hours out of the 15 are from Horticulture courses with Organic Chemistry and a Sensory Evaluation course rounding out the 15 required hours.  Students must have a 2.0 cumulative GPA to be admitted to the certificate program.

Viticulture and Enology Certificate Program Requirements

Viticulture and Enology Certificate Application Process

Eligibility

Applicants must be currently enrolled in a degree program at Texas A&M University, and if required, have permission from their departmental advisor to apply for the program. Any major at Texas A&M University can apply. An overall Texas A&M University GPA of 2.0 or higher is required for acceptance into the program. Students MUST complete an application to be accepted into the certificate program.

*If there is an excess in applications, preference will be given to HORT majors, then minors, and PEMC students.

Satisfactory Completion of Courses

To be awarded the Certificate in Viticulture and Enology, students must be accepted into the program and complete the required courses.

Advising

Per University guidelines, the student’s home college or major department is responsible for advising students pursuing a Certificate in Viticulture and Enology. Students may visit the Undergraduate Advising office in WFES 120 if they have questions about course content

Steps to Take to Declare for the Certificate in Viticulture and Enology

  1. Meet with your departmental academic advisor to discuss certificate options and how these courses may apply to your specific degree plan.
  2. You may wish to meet with an academic advisor from the Department of Horticultural Sciences to discuss courses and proper course sequence.
  3. You will officially apply for the certificate using the Application for Certificate in Viticulture and Enology. Once approved, you will receive an email from the department stating you have been accepted into the certificate program.

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