Viticulture, Enology and Wine Business (MSc) Hochschule Geisenheim University

Deepen your research expertise, entrepreneurial skills and technical production know-how

Together with the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences Vienna (BOKU), Hochschule Geisenheim University offers the international Joint Master's Degree Programme in Viticulture, Enology and Wine Business (MSc). The programme is aimed at those who wish to deepen their knowledge of viticulture and enology after completing a Bachelor's degree and qualify for management positions in the wine industry.

The programme imparts application-relevant knowledge and skills in the three main areas of viticulture, enology and wine management. It is geared towards quality-orientated, economical and sustainable vine cultivation, grape processing and wine marketing. Graduates have in-depth expertise in engineering and economics. This makes them sought-after specialists – both in business and in research.

Students in the international joint Master's degree programme acquire in-depth scientific knowledge, research skills and process and production expertise. They also improve their wine industry and entrepreneurial skills. They complete at least one semester each at BOKU Vienna or Hochschule Geisenheim University, and they attend selected courses at two research-intensive institutions. This enables them to sharpen their individual profile with a view to their future career. They also have the opportunity to gain further experience at international partner universities.

The programme focuses on risk management in viticulture, key physiological and biochemical processes in plant production and methods of cultivation management. The enological modules focus on technical, wine-chemical and microbiological processes in winemaking and how they can be influenced. Students also expand their technical and sensory knowledge in the area of international production processes for white and red wines. In the wine industry area, students deal with strategic wine management. They deepen their knowledge of the world's most important wine markets and their developments.

BOKU Wien

BSc in Viticulture & Enology, International Wine Business or similar

~ 360 EUR at BOKU Wien

~ 380 EUR at Geisenheim University

990 EUR per month (including rent of ~440 EUR)

If you have to apply for a visa or a residence permit you need to show 992 EUR per month for 12 months.

You semester card is also valid as a Germany-wide ticket for public transport.

Opportunities in the service industry and especially in wineries in the region

Deutschlandstipendium

Our Career Service offers individual counselling (e.g. preparation for a job interview, CV check) as well as the university's own job portal with vacancies from companies throughout Germany.

Accommodation available exclusively for international students.

Unique Profile

• Long history and global reputation for excellence in wine research, innovation and wine education
• Close links between research, teaching, and practice
• Undergraduate and graduate programmes in Viticulture, Enology and International Wine Business
• PhD opportunities and Graduate School

Global Network

• Strong international network and central hub for wine professionals worldwide
• Close partnerships with wineries, wine organisations, and industry leaders
• Geisenheim Alumni Association with 3,200 alumni worldwide
• 100 partner universities in Europe and worldwide
• Connected to the main world wine regions
• Opportunities to gain international experiences
• Scholarship opportunities for a stay abroad

Renowned Public University

• Public university of the Federal State of Hesse
• German higher education as a right and public good for all individuals regardless of their financial background: tuition free
• German public universities with a strong global reputation
• Academic excellence and strong research output
• Strict accreditation criteria and regular evaluations by the German Accreditation Council

Great Welcoming Culture

• Vibrant community with 1,500 students
• Green and leafy campus, friendly atmosphere and strong connections between students and staff
• Integration, networking and social activities in collaboration with the student representation
• Diverse international student body from 50 different countries
• Excellent networking opportunities and cultural exchange
• International students bring fresh insights and innovation and are an integral part of our university's identity.

• Centrally located in Europe to explore Europe
• Close to Frankfurt and Frankfurt International Airport
• Peaceful, safe and charming Geisenheim with 12,000 residents
• Germany's famous wine region: Rheingau
• Rhine River & UNESCO World Heritage Site