Overview
The certificate in Viticulture from Kent State University emphasizes hands-on experiences and internships at local vineyards and wineries in Ohio.
Students who complete the certificate are qualified for positions in the commercial winemaking industry as a viticulturist, vineyard manager and assistant vineyard manager.
Program Learning Outcomes
Graduates of this program will be able to:
- Apply foundational viticultural practices, including plant science, soil structure, pest management and vineyard design.
- Implement technical skills in vineyard management — including planting, pruning, irrigation and canopy management — to promote vine health and optimize grape quality.
- Evaluate soil properties, climate conditions and topographical features to recommend suitable grape varieties and sustainable vineyard practices.
- Develop and implement pest and disease management strategies that balance economic productivity with environmental stewardship.
- Understand and apply best practices in grape harvest timing, handling and initial processing to ensure quality for winemaking or other grape uses.
- Integrate sustainable practices into vineyard operations, including resource conservation, biodiversity preservation and environmentally responsible pest and weed control.
- Identify key economic and marketing factors influencing the wine industry and demonstrate the ability to evaluate vineyard costs, budgets and profitability.
- Understand and adhere to legal and regulatory requirements related to viticulture, including agricultural safety, labor laws and environmental standards.
- Work collaboratively in vineyard operations and communicate effectively with industry professionals, including winemakers, other growers and business stakeholders.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Horticultural Botany
- Botanical Viticulture
- Enology
- Viticulture And Vineyard Establishment
- Winter Viticulture Fieldwork
- Spring Viticulture Fieldwork
- Integrated Pest Management
- Regional Vineyard Management
- Soils For Viticulture
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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National: Application and all required materials must be submitted seven days before the start of the semester.
Language
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Credits
Delivered
Campus Location
- Ashtabula, United States
Disciplines
Horticulture and Crop Science View 177 other Bachelors in Horticulture and Crop Science in United StatesWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- A copy of your Passport Biographical Page.
- English Language Proficiency scores
- Secondary School Graduation Certificate/Diploma/Attending Certificate (Certified English translation and original language).
- Secondary School Transcripts/detailed mark sheets (Certified English translation and original language).
- Financial guarantee (bank statements) that show sufficient funds to cover educational and living expenses.
- Kent State Affidavit of Financial Support is required when you are funded by a sponsor(s). For example: parent, sibling, relative, friend, government, organization or institute/school.
- Financial documents are only required after acceptance.
Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents23690 USD / year≈ 23690 USD / year - Out-of-State23690 USD / year≈ 23690 USD / year
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Domestic
Applies to youIn-State13466 USD / year≈ 13466 USD / year
Funding
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Scholarships Information
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