Programs Offered
Educational Paths
Continuing Education
For those individuals that are interested in expanding their understanding on a single
topic or just getting an taste of online learning, VESTA offers students the opportunity
to take courses as a continuing education student. Should the student wish to earn
a certificate or AAS degree in the future, they can apply all credits previously earned.
Certificate Program
VESTA offers two certificate program tracks: Enology and Viticulture. Each track consists of 27 -33 credit hours of technical course content.
Associate of Applied Science Program
An Associate of Applied Science degree can be earned with the addition of 30 hours of general education courses from topics including but not limited to, English, mathematics, and political science. Students interested in pursuing an AAS degree should contact the VESTA Program Office for further information.
Bachelor of Applied Science
Students who complete the AAS degree can work with institutions within their area to articulate the VESTA courses into a BS or BAS degree program.
Masters of Science
Students who possess a baccalaureate degree may apply for admission to the Missouri State University Graduate College. Through the Darr College of Agriculture, these students can pursue a Master of Science degree in Plant Science. Students interested in the MS degree program should contact the graduate program director of the MS in Plant Science program in the Darr College of Agriculture before applying for admission through the Graduate College.
Enology Certificate Course Requirements
Suggested Educational Path
| Total Credits: | 33 | |
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
| VIN 105 | Molecular Principles of Grape and Wine | 4 |
| VIN 110 | Introduction to Wine Microorganisms | 3 |
| VIN 146 | Introduction to Enology | 3 |
| VIM 148 | Winery Sanitation | 3 |
| VIN 160 | Winery Equipment Operation | 2 |
| VIN 246 | Intermediate Enology - Harvest/Crush | 2 |
| VIN 247 | Intermediate Enology - Post Harvest | 2 |
| VIN 257 | Fall Wine Production Internship | 3 |
| VIN 259 | Cellar Operations Technology | 2 |
| VIN 266 | Sensory Evaluation | 3 |
| VIN 268 | Wine and Must Analysis | 3 |
| Elective |
Viticulture Elective: VIN 293 or VIN 111 or VIN 211 |
3 |
Viticulture Certificate Course Requirements
Suggested Educational Path
| Total Credits: | 27 | |
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
| VIN 105 | Molecular Principles of Grape and Wine | 4 |
| VIN 111 | Introduction to Viticulture and Vineyard Establishment | 3 |
| VIN 112 | Botanical Viticulture | 4 |
| VIN 212 | Winter Viticulture Technology | 2 |
| VIN 214 | Spring Viticulture Technology | 2 |
| VIN 215 | Summer/Fall Viticulture Technology | 2 |
| VIN 211 | Integrated Pest Management | 2 |
| VIN 213 | Regional Vineyard Management | 2 |
| Elective |
Viticulture Elective: VIN 146 or VIN 266 |
3 |
| VIN 293 |
Soils for Viticulture |
3 |