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Syllabus

MV0221 Viticulture, 7.5 Credits

Vinodling

Subjects

Soil Science Biology Soil science Biology

Education cycle

Bachelor’s level

Modules

Title	Credits	Code
Viticulture	7.5	0102

Advanced study in the main field

First cycle, has only upper-secondary level entry requirements
Bachelor’s level (G1N)

Grading scale

Language

English

Prior knowledge

Basic eligibility and English 6 or equivalent.

Objectives

On completion of the course, students should be able to:

• describe the geological, biological, climatological and economic conditions for viticulture

• give an account of the current wine production focusing on Europe

• give an account of the various aspects of wine making

• assess and discuss quality and quantity aspects in wine growing from a production and sustainability perspective.

Content

The course deals with wine growing and winemaking in a general perspective. Through examples from different wine-producing areas, the conditions for viticulture are discussed. The course presents prerequisites for grape production and its environmental interactions. Current cultivation and winemaking technology are discussed. Furthermore, the influence of different cultivation systems and production methods on the quality and quantity of wine is introduced. Attention is also given to the economic and social aspects of vine cultivation sustainability. The course comprises lectures, literature studies, individual thesis work based on a personal choice, wine quality assessments and a study visit. The following areas are included:

• the geological, biological, climatological and economic conditions of viticulture

• the environmental impact of vine cultivation

• wine production globally with focus on Europe

• the history of viticulture

• winemaking

• quality assessment of wine

Grading form

The grade requirements within the course grading system are set out in specific criteria. These criteria must be available by the course start at the latest.

Formats and requirements for examination

The following is required for a passed course:

• approved written or oral exam

• approved oral and written presentation of individual written assignment

• approved participation in study visit

• If a student has failed an examination, the examiner has the right to issue supplementary assignments. This applies if it is possible and there are grounds to do so.

• The examiner can provide an adapted assessment to students entitled to study support for students with disabilities following a decision by the university. Examiners may also issue an adapted examination or provide an alternative way for the students to take the exam.

• If this syllabus is withdrawn, SLU may introduce transitional provisions for examining students admitted based on this syllabus and who have not yet passed the course.

• For the assessment of an independent project (degree project), the examiner may also allow a student to add supplemental information after the deadline for submission. Read more in the Education Planning and Administration Handbook.

Other information

• The right to participate in teaching and/or supervision only applies for the course instance the student was admitted to and registered on.

• If there are special reasons, students are entitled to participate in components with compulsory attendance when the course is given again. Read more in the Education Planning and Administration Handbook.

Additional information

The course is given half-time during the evening, a study visit is conducted during a weekend, alternatively in the student’s own direction after consultation with the course leader.

Responsible department

Department of Soil and Environment