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Diplôme National d'Œnologue (DNO) at Université de Montpellier

Université de Montpellier, France

Programme overview

The only national diploma qualifying graduates to practise as oenologist. Level bac+5, it trains experts responsible for wine making.

Faculty: Faculté de Pharmacie (Institut des Hautes Études de la Vigne et du Vin)  |  Duration: 2 years (120 ECTS)  |  Study mode: full-time or work-study; taught in French  |  Location: Montpellier, Occitanie, France

What you will study

Year 1: viticulture and knowledge of grapes and wine (analysis, quality control, production, processing) with a 3-4 week pre-placement. Year 2: advanced courses and a 16-week placement.

Career pathways

Oenologist in wine production, wine advice and wine-sector companies.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Initial training: a general licence in biological, chemical, biochemical or agronomic sciences (including L3 Chemistry prep DNO) or any diploma at 180 ECTS in these fields. Continuing education: recognition of professional experience.

Duration: 2 years (120 ECTS)

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