Certificate in New Zealand Wine (Foundation)
This NZQA approved Micro-credential course begins the journey to develop your palate and learn about the key grape varieties and wine regions that have built New Zealand's international reputation for fine wines.
Overview
This programme provides an introduction to wine regions, grape varieties and wine styles that have made New Zealand wines famous around the world.
It covers key grape varieties and explores the significance of geography, climate, environment, winemaking techniques and the vision of leading winemakers to establish New Zealand's reputation for fine wines.
The textbook is the New Zealand Wine Guide, by Celia Hay, Director of the New Zealand School of Food and Wine. This book is included in the course fee.
The New Zealand Wine Guide 2nd edition is the Winner of the Gourmand Awards national competition for New Zealand for Wine Tourism and Wine Photography.
FURTHER STUDY
Once you have completed this course, you can continue directly into the Certificate in New Zealand Wine (Advanced) programme. The Advanced programme is delivered over two consecutive days, immediately following the Foundation course.
Complete both qualifications in just four days.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Although a large number of general interest wine enthusiasts join this course it is also ideally suited for those working in or wanting to work in the hospitality, wine or beverage sectors.
Page Updated: 19 Aug 2026
ON CAMPUS - AUCKLAND
Session Dates
Tuesday, Wednesday: 9am - 2:30pm
Enrolment
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Registration Deadline
Registrations close 2 days before the course starts. Late registrations may be available, please enrol and contact us regarding any late registrations.
ONLINE INTERACTIVE
Session Dates
4 Evenings: 5pm - 8pm
Enrolment
Click on the date above and this will redirect you to the enrolment form, where you can pay online.
Registration Deadline
Registrations close 7 days before the course starts. Late registrations may be available, please enrol and contact us regarding any late registrations.
