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Bachelor of Viticulture and Winemaking
Study and Programme Guide 2019
Last revised: 7 February 2019
Guide to Studying – Bachelor of Viticulture & Winemaking
WELCOME TO STUDY AT NMIT
We aim to make study toward a Bachelor of Viticulture and Winemaking an interesting and enjoyable
experience for you.
The degree involves lots of hard work, however the rewards are worth it. By achieving your qualification, you
will gain the satisfaction of meeting a challenge and you will have increased your skill base. This is a great step
in the right direction for your viticulture or winemaking career.
You will be expected to spend typically 10-15 hours per course per week studying, attending work placement,
residential courses (if applicable) and completing assessments.
As you work through the programme, expect to build your knowledge base from many sources, not just the
course recommended textbooks/notes. Your learning will involve contact via tutors, email, telephone and
Internet. However, it will also occur by interaction with your peers, viticulture related industries, researching
using a variety of resources, including journals, books and the Internet. You should expect to research some
topics and ideas for assessments.
Always remember above all that we are here to help – so if you need help, call us.
• Reading this guide for studying first, before beginning your studies
• Keep it handy as a quick reference guide
• Know where you can find it again! (On the Viticulture and Wine news Moodle page)
Please note this study guide refers to Viticulture & Wine courses and not courses from other programmes such
as Applied Business.
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Guide to Studying – Bachelor of Viticulture & Winemaking Contents Welcome! ...........................................................................................................................................................2 To make your study experience a successful one, you need to … .....................................................................4 Quick Contact Guide ...........................................................................................................................................6 Semester 1 dates and residential schools ..........................................................................................................7 Semester 1 timetable .........................................................................................................................................8 Programme Information – Nuts And Bolts .........................................................................................................9 Programme Structure .......................................................................................................................................10 Submitting Assessments and Residentials .....................................................................................................193 Off-site Practical And Workplace Components ................................................................................................14 Health and Safety .............................................................................................................................................15 Ethics, Feedback And Complaints .....................................................................................................................16 Academic Misconduct ......................................................................................................................................17 TURNITIN and Penalties for Academic Misconduct..........................................................................................18 APPENDIX 1 - Programme Regulations ............................................................................................................19 Assessment Detail Including Marks Key ...........................................................................................................21 APPENDIX 2 - Computer Services and Requirements.......................................................................................25 APPENDIX 3 - Student Support Services ...........................................................................................................29 Edited SB 7 February 19 3|Page
Guide to Studying – Bachelor of Viticulture & Winemaking
To make your study experience a successful one,
you need to …
1. Read this Guide first, before doing anything else relating
to the programme.
2. Know which courses you are enrolled in (refer to your fees invoice) and know the dates of the
residential courses you need to attend.
3. Check and update your details immediately if there is any change. This includes name, address and
phone number changes. You can easily update your details by logging on to ‘My NMIT’ on the Student
Portal section of the NMIT website. Also let Paula Brown (V&W Administrator) know.
4. Refer to your Course Outlines. These are your contracts with the tutor and provide information about
• learning outcomes for that course
• expectations for assessments
• due dates
• Academic conduct.
5. To pass a courses you must attempt all assessments. Ensure all assessments are of a high standard
(spell-checked and proof-read before submission) and all sections and questions are completed.
Students must achieve an overall mark course mark of at least 50% and a mark of at least 40% in the
final examination (if the course has one).
6. Plan ahead. Take responsibility for knowing what assessments are required for each course and abiding
by the due dates. A calendar of due dates is provided on Moodle. We strongly recommend you put
these due dates onto a wall planner and/or into your diary as it is much easier to see when
assessments are due.
7. Extensions can be applied for by writing an email to the tutor before the due date if there is a valid
reason.
Examples of circumstances when your application will be considered are:
• Bereavement
• Ill health
• Unexpected workload from employer
• In some situations, when you may have difficulty obtaining evidence for a case study.
If an assignment is late without an extension – 10% per day is detected from the mark. Assignments are
not marked if submitted more than one week after the due date.
8. Include a completed cover sheet (available on the assessment page) with all assessments prior to
submitting via Moodle
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9. Access Moodle regularly and participate in SKYPE sessions if provided in your programme. Checking
Moodle daily is ideal; 3-4 times a week is the absolute minimum.
10. Maintain regular contact with tutors and other staff – contribute to forums, answer posed questions,
submit assessments on time and contacting the appropriate person immediately if any difficulties arise.
11. Attend any briefing sessions about practical work and read provided instructions. Arrange your own
practical work placements or contact your tutor if you are having difficulty finding a placement. Let
tutors know the contact details for your employer. They can then contact with your employer and
discuss the placement.
12. Attend any required residential courses.
13. Seek Help! If you encounter any difficulties or if something is impacting on your ability to study, please
contact us immediately for help - we are here to help you succeed.
IN RETURN WE WILL AIM TO MEET YOUR EXPECTATIONS:
1. Clear and timely communication.
2. Respond promptly to your (telephone and email) queries
3. Provide knowledgeable and well trained staff
4. Provide consistent and fair marking.
5. Adhere to a two week marking turn around.
6. Provide quality teaching, clear expectations and resources.
7. Help you to understand the requirements of any assessment, residential course, lecture, SKYPE session
and/or practical.
8. Work with you to help you find solutions and provide support where event/s impact on your ability to
succeed.
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Guide to Studying – Bachelor of Viticulture & Winemaking QUICK CONTACT GUIDE – on campus Contact Contact Details Free phone 0800 422 733 Marlborough campus 03 578 0215 Fax number 03 578 0216 Helpdesk helpdesk@nmit.a.c.nz (0800 664 848) 03 539 5477 Student Association 0800 422 733 and ask for SANITI Sue Blackmore V&W Manager sue.blackmore@nmit.ac.nz 03 5772851 Paula Brown V&W Administrator paula.brown@nmit.ac.nz 03 5772840 Stewart Field Researcher & Tutor Stewart.field@nmit.ac.nz 03 577 2869 Glenn Kirkwood Viticulture Tutor glenn.kirkwood@nmit.ac.nz 03 5772817 Claudia Small Viticulture Tutor claudia.small@nmit.ac.nz 03 5772808 Ann Baker Research Tutor ann.baker@nmit.ac.nz 03 5772803 Nadine Worley Wine tutor nadine.worley@nmit.ac.nz 03 5772838 Tanya Rutan Wine tutor tanya.rutan@nmit.ac.nz Sharlene Haycock Technician sharlene.haycock@nmit.ac.nz 03 5772848 Jocelyn Mackay Flexible Learning jocelyn.mackay@nmit.ac.nz 03 5772826 Haley Hawkins Study skills haley.hawkins@nmit.ac.nz 03 5772819 Lana O’Sullivan Student advisor lana.osullivan@nmit.ac.nz 03 5772831 Edited SB 7 February 19 6|Page
Guide to Studying – Bachelor of Viticulture & Winemaking Important Dates 2019: Semester One Edited SB 7 February 19 7|Page
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Semester One Timetables
Year 1
Year 2&3
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Guide to Studying – Bachelor of Viticulture & Winemaking PROGRAMME INFORMATION - UTS AND BOLTS TERMS AND CONDITIONS It is vital that you read and understand the Terms and Conditions of your enrolment. You will find these in your enrolments pack and attached to your fees invoice or you can visit the NMIT website for current details. COURSE COMMENCEMENT If you have sent back your enrolment, activated your student email and have logged onto Moodle you will be considered as having accepted a place and commenced the programme. Congratulations WITHDRAWAL FROM A PROGRAMME If you wish to withdraw from a course you need to contact V&W Admin i.e. Paula Brown. You have three weeks to withdraw from a course without penalty. For years 2 & 3 of the degree the cut-off date is Friday 8-2-19. For year 1 students it is Friday 22-2-19 If you do withdraw, a form will be sent to you that MUST be signed and returned. If you do not complete a withdrawal form you will not receive a refund and will get "Did Not Complete” result on your transcript. Please refer to your Terms and Conditions sent with your fees invoice for the full withdrawal and refund information. STUDY FEES PAYMENT AND STUDENT LOANS As a student it is your responsibility to make sure your fees are paid in a timely fashion, either personally or via a Student Loan, before the start date of the programme. Access to Moodle and other programmes required by the Viticulture & Wine will be denied if fees remain unpaid up to 30 days after the start of your programme. If you are paying your fees by Student Loan you must re-apply for a student loan for every year of study. Your Student Loan does not automatically transfer to the next year. Visit Study Link for further information: www.studylink.govt.nz NON PAYMENT OF FEES Customer services will be informed to follow up with study link if you have not arranged payment of your fees and do not withdraw. Take notice of any invoices sent to you and do not delay. Bad debt will cost you penalties if sent to a debt collector. Edited SB 7 February 19 9|Page
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You need to know this….
SUBMITTING ASSESSMENTS
Assessments must be sent electronically via Moodle each course or topic. Instructions on uploading
assignments to Moodle can be found online under ‘Student Help’ / ‘Student guide to NMIT Online’.
It is important that we can identify your assessment easily. Always complete the cover sheet in full on every
assessment. You will also need to rename the file with your name, the assessment number and name of the
assessment before sending. Files that are not named correctly will be sent back for you to rename – if we can
identify you! You may need to reduce the size of your documents if they are very large or contain a lot of
images. If you need help, contact the Student IT helpdesk on 0800 POLY IT.
Send the complete assessment and ensure all sections of the assessment are attached. All parts of an
assessment need to be submitted together. Partial assessments will be returned.
Ensure when resubmitting an assessment for a resit you send the whole assessment including the resit answers.
Resit answers must be in a different font or colour so that the marker can tell what is the original answer and
what is the resit answer.
RESIDENTIAL SCHOOLS
Dates for the residential schools are provided in your Outlines and on the Viticulture and Wine Info site. Dates
can be subject to change in rare unforeseen circumstances; notification will be given as early as possible.
Residential schools vary in length from 1-5 days dependant on the course.
Note: Some residential school require on campus students and online students to attend (BVW502, 602, 702,
703)
Note the following courses with Residential schools (1-5 days) are as follows: dates for 2019
• BVW 502 Wine Production Semester 1 (Monday 4-3-19 to Thursday 7-3-19)
• BVW 503 Wine Chemistry and Analysis Semester 1 (Monday 27-5-19 to Friday 31-5-19)
• BVW 603 Vineyard Bioprotection Semester 1 (Monday 20-5-19 to Thu 23-5-19)
• BVW 604 Winery and Vineyard Engineering Semester 1 (Friday 24-5-19)
• BVW702 International Wine Industry Semester 2 (Monday 19-8-19 to Thu 22-8-19)
• BVW 504 Plant Science Semester 2 (Tuesday 1-10-19 to Fri 4-10-19)
• BVW602 Wine Science Semester 2 ( Monday 24-9-19 to Fri 28-9-19)
• BVW505 Soil Science Semester 2 (Field trip Friday September 20th)
• BVW703 Sustainable Grape & Wine Production Semester 2 (Tuesday 15-10-19 to Thu 17-10-19)
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Attendance at residential schools is COMPULSORY except in cases of illness when a medical certificate is
provided. You are responsible for travel arrangements and the costs of attending these courses. It is wise plan
ahead – book accommodation and transport to Blenheim.
Plan to attend the residential school every day from 8am – 5.30pm. Actual start and finish times for each day
will vary. Minor changes to the timetable may occur during the residential school depending on classroom
availability. Sometimes lectures may under or overrun their specified time allocation and therefore adjustments
may need to be made. These are always discussed in consultation with the class. Detailed timetables will be
posted one month prior to the residential school on Moodle. These will give a more accurate indication of the
actual times you will be required on each day.
On the timetable you will find the Unit Standard or Module numbers which relate to each session, in brackets.
Remember if you need to come to residential schools from year 1 and year 2 of the programme you are enrolled
in you will need to check both programme residential course details on the relevant Moodle course.
You must arrange and pay for all travel and accommodation associated with your attendance at all residential
schools. If you are unfamiliar with the city or town where you will be attending your residential school – contact
the local information centre. They can help find you accommodation close to your residential school venue
within your required budget. You may like to consider posting a request on Moodle to see if any class mates
want to share accommodation with you.
OFF-SITE PRACTICAL AND WORKPLACE COMPONENTS
Off-site practical and workplace components are designed to provide students with practical experience and
involve placement in a wine industry work environment which is actively supervised by competent and
experienced workers and directed towards specific educational goals and skills training.
During industry placements, students must adhere to the safety and general rules that pertain to that particular
workplace.
The B. Viticulture and Winemaking programme includes three compulsory Industry Practice courses, which
include workplace components,
• BVW506 Industry Practice - Vineyard – 70 hours pruning, 30 hours vineyard practical and field trips
• BVW606 Industry Practice - Winery - A full commercial vintage. 225 hrs are counted toward the course.
• BVW706 Applied Industry Project - Research project completed in collaboration with industry.
Students will spend this time working in industry to learn new skills and concepts as well as apply campus based
learning in off-site practical and workplace environments. BVW706 also has a research component.
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All industry placements must be authorised by NMIT to ensure students will gain the skills and experience
required to meet the learning outcomes for the course.
Students are encouraged to try to arrange their own industry placement where possible. NMIT will assist
students to get placements and Industry employers frequently contact NMIT with positions.
NMIT will ensure that a written agreement between the student, employer and NMIT is established prior to
industry placement outlining expectations, roles and responsibilities of all parties. Students and their
supervisors will be visited independently, either in person or contacted via telephone/video chat in the first
week of the work placement then monthly until the conclusion of the period of employment.
The employer will have immediate responsibility and obligation as the prime employer under the Health and
Safety in Employment Act 2016 and the Privacy Act in relation to the student as if they were a person working
for the employer. The tutor in charge will maintain regular contact with both the student and employer during
off-site practical or workplace components (work-based training).
Students have specific learning objectives they are responsible for achieving with guidance from the employer
during their time in industry. These learning objectives will be assessed by the course tutor upon the student’s
return to campus or online study.
HEALTH AND SAFETY
Our responsibility is to provide a safe environment for you to work and study in and we take steps to ensure
this. However, as an employee or student you need to take reasonable precautions to ensure your own safety
as well as others.
You will be required to attend classes in a laboratory. It is essential that the following laboratory safety
information be adhered to at all times, as well as any other safety instructions given on the day.
• No eating, drinking or smoking in the laboratory
• No unauthorised experiments may be performed.
• Safety procedures and instructions must be followed as directed.
• Report injuries or breakages IMMEDIATELY. An Accident Report Form must be completed in the case of
ALL injuries or near misses.
• Be aware of the locations and use of the fire exits, eye wash station, fire extinguishers, main gas valve
and first aid kit.
• Laboratory coats and proper (closed-in) footwear MUST be worn at all times together with any other
protective clothing as directed by your lecturer.
• Keep work areas clean and tidy.
• Wash your hands thoroughly before leaving the laboratory.
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• Adhere to the health and safety policies of wineries /vineyards when out on field trips or work
placements
PROFESSIONAL ETHICS AND PERSONAL PRESENTATION
Remember tidy presentation and a good attitude will help get you employment.
• Practical closed in shoes/footwear - not open toes or be ballet type shoes.
• Protective clothing where it is provided - under OSH regulations you MUST use it - if unsure ask.
• Tidy and practical clothing - trousers or knee-length shorts are preferred.
• Long hair must be tied back.
FEEDBACK TO NMIT
We value your feedback, both good and bad at any time during your study with us. If you encounter a problem
please tell us immediately so that we can address it.
Contact your Coordinator, or if you prefer contact the Programme Manager directly. We are here to listen and
help you in your chosen path of study to complete your programme.
We will also ask for your feedback formally during the year by using surveys. First Impressions
Surveys at the beginning of the year, Tutor/Course feedback throughout the year, Programme
Satisfaction survey and Departmental surveys at the end of the year. Within two months of these Surveys,
replies to your feedback will be posted on Moodle. By providing feedback you are helping us to improve our
programme in the future.
COMPLAINTS PROCEDURE
Direct communication is the best way to resolve a problem with a course or between a student and a tutor. In
the first instance you should approach your tutor. If you are unable to resolve the problem, you should discuss
the matter with the Programme Manager.
If the issue cannot be resolved by direct communication, a formal complaints procedure is available.
Complaint Forms are available from: Blenheim campus office, Customer Relations, SANITI and on the NMIT
website.
Please refer to NMIT Policy Problem Resolution: Complaint Procedure
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ACADEMIC MISCONDUCT
Academic Misconduct includes any breach of any rules relating to the conduct of tests or examinations and any
dishonest practice occurring in the preparation or submission of any work (whether during an examination or
not), which counts towards the attainment of a grade in any course, or otherwise occurring in connection with
any summative assessment.
Dishonest practice includes the following:
1. Plagiarism: being the presentation of any material (text, data or figures, on any medium including
computer files) from any other source without clear and proper acknowledgment of the source of that
material. Using the ideas of others is acceptable but assessments must be written in your own words and
referenced appropriately.
2. Collusion: being work performed in whole or in part in conjunction with another person or persons, but
submitted as if it had been completed by the named author alone (or joint authors if a group item of work).
3. Copying: being the use of material (in any medium, including computer files) produced by another person
or persons, with or without their knowledge and approval.
4. Ghost writing: being the use of another party (with or without any form of payment) to prepare all or part
of an item of work submitted for assessment.
Cheating or plagiarism in any way during an assessment is completely unacceptable. All material taken from
books, the Internet and other sources must be clearly referenced using the APA format.
The use of Turnitin software, or random searches will be made of student’s work if it is thought that material
has been downloaded directly from the Internet with incorrect acknowledgement and referencing.
To avoid any of these issues:
1. Do not copy the words of others. Research the topic, gather ideas and write the assessment in your own
words.
2. Always in-text reference any information that is not your own thoughts.
3. Ensure you always use the APA referencing style. The NMIT library provides excellent information on
referencing – use the following link http://library.nmit.ac.nz/apa-referencing/
4. All assignments needed to be submitted with a signed cover sheet. A copy of the cover sheet is provided to
be download from the Moodle Online Home page for the Bachelor of Viticulture and Winemaking
programme.
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TURNITIN
NMIT uses a software programme called TURNITIN which scans student’s written work and identifies any
material that may have been copied from other sources
General rules
• High numbers of sources with small percentages of copied words is alright.
• A high percentage of copied words may suggest that you are not putting enough of your ideas into your
work.
• Low numbers of copied sources that add up to a high percentage for your work is unacceptable.
• Note there is no magic % that is a problem – your tutor analyses the results to see whether there are
sections that seem to be cut and pasted.
• Any work copied from other students, with or without their knowledge will result in a disciplinary
action.
Penalties
If you are suspected of plagiarism you will be asked to meet with the Manager of the V&W Programmes and
your tutor. Academic misconduct would mean zero marks for that assignment and in a repeat situation –
exclusion from the programme.
If you have queries about assessment submission or Turnitin – on your Moodle dashboard click on STUDENT
HELP as per below.
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APPENDIX 1 - PROGRAMME REGULATIONS
The following is an excerpt from the Programme Regulations Bachelor of Viticulture & Winemaking.
Bachelor of Viticulture & Winemaking Graduate Profile:
Graduates will be equipped with the personal attributes, specialised knowledge, professional technical skills
and industry experience required to make an immediate and valuable contribution to the wine industry of
New Zealand or internationally.
They will have specialist viticulture and winemaking knowledge and practical skills and the ability to adapt
and apply them in professional viticulture and winemaking contexts enabling them to work in research and
development, technical or supervisory roles on a pathway to management in viticulture or winemaking.
Graduates will understand and be able to apply the scientific principles of viticulture and winemaking. They
will be familiar with the principles of wine growing, wine production, how they impact on the environment
and the role of relevant regulatory and advisory bodies. They will be familiar with current business theory
and practices.
Graduates will have demonstrated the ability to conduct applied research utilising recognised industry
methodologies, rigorous data analysis and effective problem-solving techniques.
Overview
The Bachelor of Viticulture and Winemaking is a three-year full time (or part time equivalent) programme
of study. The first year provides a solid foundation in the basics of viticulture and winemaking, the second
focuses on further developing and refining technical skills and the third year comprises a mix of higher level
viticulture, winemaking and research skills. The third year has significant components of applied research
and practical work experience which allow students to specialise in viticulture, winemaking, industry
management or a combination of these which best suits their career aspirations and interests.
This qualification is for school leavers, those working the in wine industry and those wanting to enter the
wine industry wishing to gain a viticulture and winemaking specific vocational science degree. It will provide
a systematic and coherent introduction to grape growing and wine production. It will support the
achievement of sustainable growth in the wine industry.
This is a three year full-time programme or part-time equivalent.
• The first year comprises 8 compulsory courses (120 credits at Level 5) which provide a solid
foundation viticulture and wine theory and practice.
• The second year contains 7 compulsory courses (120 credits at Level 6) which enhance the
knowledge gained in the first year and introduce specialised technical skills. These skills are
reinforced by applied research and industry experience.
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• The third year aims to consolidate and advance skills and knowledge through further industry
application and a significant applied research component. Students will have the opportunity to
accumulate management skills should they choose.
COURSE DELIVERY MODES
NMIT offers courses in several delivery modes, these are face to face, blended or fully online. A face-to-face course is
the traditional classroom approach. However, most of the Bachelor of Viticulture & Wine courses are delivered in
blended mode.
What is a blended course?
Blended courses use a flexible approach to learning that combines classroom-based and a range of online activities,
this mix may be around 50% for a typical course.
Blended courses usually also apply active and student-centred learning principles and make greater use of technology
to provide more flexibility and suit a wider range of learning styles compared to traditional instruction.
Course materials and learning activities will be delivered using Moodle (the NMIT Moodle course site) which also serve
as the primary method of communication within your course.
Attendance
Full-time students are expected to attend regular classroom sessions and complete the appropriate online-
based learning activities. Online or distance students are not required to attend classroom sessions but will
need to complete equivalent activities in their own time. We recommend that you attend all classes if you
are able as this is likely to maximise your learning.
Many students find that although more self-motivation is needed, blended learning offers greater flexibility
to study when, where and how they want.
What is an online course?
A fully online course is taught 100% online (excluding any required residential workshop)….There are no
timetabled classes and all resources and activities are completed online via Moodle. Students studying
online and those that are campus-based are combined into one group and sit the same assessments, most
of which will be available online.
Who is an online student?
Generally online students are those that do not live locally and consequently may also be referred to as a
distance student. They are not required to attend classes but are required to attend residential workshops
for some courses.
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Special Assessment Circumstances – Assessment Issues
Special Assessment
Yes/no Details (e.g. provisions, rationale, procedures, restrictions, penalties)
Circumstances
Resubmissions Yes A student who does not pass a summative assessment on the first attempt will be
given one further attempt to redo the assessment, providing both the following
criteria are met:
• The student has attended and actively participated in the timetabled sessions
or for online students, actively participated in online activities and residential
workshops for that course to date
• The student attempted the initial assessment by the due date and time (If an
extension was granted this becomes the due date).
If a second attempt is granted the involved tutor will notify the student which one
of the following is required:
• Resubmission/re-presentation of the whole assessment, or
• Completion of another assessment which measures the same outcomes,
or
• Resubmission/re-presentation of that portion of the assessment that did
not meet pass criteria
One resubmission is available per course.
Resits Yes A student who does not pass a final examination on the first attempt will be given
one further attempt provided both the following criteria are met:
• The student has achieved a clear pass (at least 60%) in their coursework prior
to the final examination
• The student has attended and actively participated in the timetabled sessions
or for online students, actively participated in online activities and residential
workshops for that course to date
If a second attempt is granted the student must achieve a minimum of 50% in the
exam. The student’s final course mark shall be the mark awarded in the resit
examination.
The involved tutor will notify the student of the time and date of the resit.
One resit is available per course.
Extensions Yes Work submitted for summative assessment will have an assigned due date. Work
to be assessed must be submitted electronically by midnight on the due date to
qualify for marking, unless an extension has been granted.
Students requiring an extension beyond the due date should follow the following
process:
• The student should first advise the subject tutor that an extension is
required.
• Before or on the due date, not after, the student should then ask the
Manager Aviation, Wine & Horticulture (Manager) or delegate for an
extension.
• The Manager or delegate will review the case and advise the student if
their case is legitimate.
• The Manager or delegate will supply the student with an extension form
that the student will give to their subject tutor as evidence that the
extension has been granted. The new due date will be provided on the
extension form.
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Special Assessment
Yes/no Details (e.g. provisions, rationale, procedures, restrictions, penalties)
Circumstances
Extensions beyond the course end date must be approved by the Manager and by
the Academic Committee.
Aegrotat Yes If a student’s performance in an Achievement Based summative assessment is
Assessment affected by factors beyond the control of the student, the student may apply to
the Manager for consideration for special assessment. Examples include sickness,
*Not available for injury or bereavement.
BVW706 Applied
Industry Project The application and approval process for aegrotat assessments and the process
used to determine the assessment result or course result is described in the NMIT
Academic Statute Section 3 Academic Regulations – Special Assessment
Circumstances – Aegrotat Assessments.
Limitations:
• Aegrotat consideration is only available for up to 50% of a course’s total
assessment OR for the final examination.
• An aegrotat pass for a final examination will only be considered where a
student has achieved a clear pass (at least 60%) in their coursework prior to
the final examination.
• The minimum achievement of 50% in course work indicates eligibility for an
aegrotat application, not an indication that the application will be successful.
(Other criteria will be used to assess an aegrotat application.)
• All decisions will be at the discretion of the Academic Committee and the
Manager.
• Consideration for an aegrotat will be restricted to a maximum of 25% of the
total credits for the qualification.
Alternative Yes If a student is unable to complete a summative assessment for genuine reasons
Assessment beyond the control of the student, an application may be made to the Manager to
Arrangements sit the assessment at a different time or place. Wherever possible as much notice
as possible should be given to the Manager in order to give time to make
alternative arrangements.
Compassionate Yes If a student’s performance in an Achievement Based summative assessment is
Consideration affected by factors beyond the control of the student, the student may apply to
the Manager for compassionate consideration. Options for possible special
*Not available for
arrangements may include:
BVW706 Applied
• Aegrotat consideration
Industry Project
• Alternative assessment arrangements
• Resubmission
• Resit
• Extension
• Other
Reader/Writer Yes Students wishing to receive special assistance in order to undertake a summative
Assistance or other assessment shall apply in writing to the Administration Office no later than three
special assistance weeks prior to the date of the assessment. Such applications must state the
for a summative nature of the disability and the type of assistance required.
assessment
The special assistance available is described in the NMIT Academic Statute Section
3 Academic Regulations – Special Assessment Circumstances – Special Assistance
for Summative Assessment.
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Special Assessment
Yes/no Details (e.g. provisions, rationale, procedures, restrictions, penalties)
Circumstances
Conceded Pass Yes Information on Conceded Passes is located in the NMIT Academic Statute Section 3
Academic Regulations – Results – Conceded Pass.
*Not available for
BVW706 Applied
Industry Project
Reconsiderations Yes Students may seek reconsideration of any assessment by applying in writing to the
Manager or delegate, within 10 working days of receiving the result, setting out
the grounds for reconsideration.
Marks Carried No
Forward
Other Assessment No
Regulations
Assessment in Te Yes Students may use Te Reo Māori in assessment if the student has registered their
Reo Māori request, and has received approval by the Manager, prior to the start of the course
or programme. The facility to use Te Reo Māori is not available where a course
specifically requires students to demonstrate their facility in a language other than
Te Reo Māori and/or where facility in the English Language is central to the
objectives of all or part of the course.
Attendance Requirements
Yes/no Details
Attendance Yes for International students must also comply with Immigration NZ attendance
requirement International requirements. Absences will be reported to immigration New Zealand and may
Students adversely affect Visa status.
Students who are enrolled on fully online courses with a compulsory residential
Yes for fully workshop are required to attend.
online
residential
workshops
Attendance Yes It is acknowledged that students are more likely to succeed if they maintain
recommendation regular attendance and participation. They need to be advised of this in the
Programme Outline/Handbook and/or by their tutor.
Assessment is based on the achievement of stated learning outcomes, not on
whether a student attends a specific number of class sessions, however non-
attendance or lack of participation could effectively make it difficult for a student
to complete the required course work.
Failure to attend or participate in all scheduled/supervised learning and teaching
sessions may also adversely affect the eligibility to receive loans and/or
allowances for domestic (NZ) students.
Attendance at scheduled class sessions will be recorded centrally using the NMIT
Student Management System, and registers can be accessed by all staff.
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Process for Yes Students are responsible for notifying the Programme Area Administrator or class
reporting absences tutor of any absence, by the first scheduled class session of the first day of
absence. The Administrator is responsible for recording receipt of such notification
Blended Delivery in the student’s file, and for advising the tutor(s) of student absence.
Process for Yes Students are responsible for notifying the Programme Area Administrator or class
reporting absences tutor of any absence or interruption to course participation that is likely to extend
longer than a week. The Administrator is responsible for recording receipt of such
Online delivery notification in the student’s file, and for advising the tutor(s) of student absence.
APPENDIX 2 - Computer Services and Requirements
NMIT WEBSITE
On the website http://www.nmit.ac.nz/ you will find access to the ‘MyNMIT’. This will give you access to
• NMIT Moodle
• Student email, One drive & Office 365
• Library research databases
• Your timetable
LOGGING IN
Go to the NMIT website: http://www.nmit.ac.nz/
Find the ‘MyNMIT’ click on this. You should then see
this page or similar:
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Enter your user name and password: This user name is found on your fees invoice. This is the same
user name and password for access to your NMIT email account. If you have not received a fees
invoice then you will not have a user name – contact the IT ServiceDesk for assistance on 0800 422
733. Note these can only be changed by calling NMIT and speaking to the IT Service Desk.
Click on Login
If you have any trouble logging on, then contact the IT ServiceDesk in the first instance, otherwise
your tutor or office administrator for assistance – we can help you with user names, student ID
numbers and access to the correct programme if this does not seem to be correct.
STUDENT EMAIL
It is vital to check your student email account regularly – at least three times per week. We use email
frequently to communicate with you - including important announcements and assessment queries.
HOW TO ACCESS YOUR NMIT EMAIL ACCOUNT
Go to the Student Hub page on the NMIT website www.nmit.ac.nz
Click on the link access your email.
o Enter your User Name and Password (supplied on your Fees Invoice). This is the same as your
username and password for Moodle and Adobe Connect. Your email username will just have
“@live.nmit.ac.nz” added after it e.g. Rod-Stewart@live.nmit.ac.nz
o Click on login
o The system then works like any other Internet based email system and can be accessed from any
computer on any Internet connection. Your email account is available for your use for life, providing
it is accessed regularly. If you have not logged in for more than three months your email may
become inactive.
o Note: There will be an initial set-up required the first time you access your email. You may need to
spend a few minutes to fill out the required information.
Edited SB 7 February 19 26 | P a g eGuide to Studying – Bachelor of Viticulture & Winemaking NMIT Moodle NMIT Moodle or NMIT Online is the Online Student Learning System where all of your course information is stored. Students will be given guidance during your first week in class and during the programme orientation. It will also give a summary of new announcements and new items that have been added since your last visit. Distance students are expected to have logged on and navigated around the system before the first residential course, so if you have any trouble logging in contact the IT ServiceDesk (free phone 0800 422 733). ‘My Courses’ Once you have logged in to Moodle you will be able to select the Moodle course that you have access to under ‘My courses’. This should include the ‘Bachelor of Viticulture & Wine News Site’ which contains general information relating to the programme. If you do not have access to the courses you need, contact your Coordinator or Tutor. In addition, each course has a News or Announcements section near the top of the page. This area will be used for regular updates of what is happening in the programme such as any new developments or other announcements /notices, information you need to know or messages about assessments. When new material is posted onto a Moodle course we will advise via an announcement regarding this posting. Edited SB 7 February 19 27 | P a g e
Guide to Studying – Bachelor of Viticulture & Winemaking You will find other forums as well in the Moodle courses. Some can be used for general questions or informal chat. In addition, there will be forums for assessment discussion and there may also be some forums which are part of an actual assessment. If you have a query regarding an assessment post your question on the relevant forum on Moodle. The lecturer will then take part in the discussion with you on Moodle. This allows other students access to the same information. Lecturers/coordinators will access Moodle regularly and make postings as required. FACEBOOK The NMIT has an active Facebook page and encourages past and present students to join us: https://www.facebook.com/NMITNZ?fref=ts RECOMMENDED HARDWARE and SOFTWARE NMIT provides a wide range of computing facilities on its Nelson and Blenheim campuses. However, students must have access to a computing device, software and a broadband internet connection suitable to complete both online and blended courses. Access to a device capable of capturing digital images, video and/or audio is also required to make the most of blended or online learning. Students are strongly recommended to supply their own computing equipment for regular use during classes and other activities to enable a true blend of online and other digital technologies to enhance their learning. This is often referred to as Bring Your Own Device (BYOD). Assistance with all things IT http://ecampus.nmit.ac.nz/moodle/course/view.php?id=114 SKYPE for Business This is a web conferencing system or ‘virtual classroom’ which allows you to participate live with your tutors and fellow classmates. We may offer tutorial sessions starting at various times throughout your course. The content of these will be guided by upcoming assessments and requests from you. All you will need to use this system is a computer, microphone and speakers, an Internet. You will also need to download the required software for free from the NMIT Student Hub or Microsoft.com. Edited SB 7 February 19 28 | P a g e
Guide to Studying – Bachelor of Viticulture & Winemaking APPENDIX 3 - STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES NMIT offers Student Support Services to both on-campus and distance students alike. We encourage you to use these services to maximize your success during the year. You can also review details of the services offered on the NMIT website and make contact with the services directly. You can contact them via the Student Hub on the NMIT website, or phone 0800 422 733. Services include: • Library Learning Centre • Maori and pacific island support • Disabilities support • Student health and counselling You need to contact the services directly - the School of Aviation, Wine & Horticulture is not permitted to contact these support services on your behalf, however we may suggest you contact them. STUDENT ASSOCIATION - http://www.saniti.co.nz/ SANITI is the NMIT Students Association. As an NMIT student whether on campus or studying by distance they provide support services for you. This includes student ID cards, advocacy, student discounts, a student magazine - VOS and financial assistance through a hardship grant to name but a few services they offer. For more detailed information on Student Services or the NMIT Student Association visit their website: http://www.saniti.co.nz/ If you were issued a student card last year - just email to request an update and it will be processed and sent back to you once your enrolment is confirmed – don’t forget to include your ID number, name and return address. If you are a new student, a photograph will be taken and a card forwarded to you. You do not need to include any payment – the cost is calculated in with your study fees. Edited SB 7 February 19 29 | P a g e
Guide to Studying – Bachelor of Viticulture & Winemaking LIBRARY SERVICES https://library.nmit.ac.nz/ Library services are available to everyone studying with NMIT, whether on-campus or distance. You can use the library to borrow books, e-books, videos, CDs and DVDs. Off-campus students can have books mailed out for the standard borrowing time of three weeks. Items may then be renewed for a further two weeks, a maximum of two times. Books are sent by courier and usually arrive within one or two days. A pre-paid label is supplied with the books so that you can re-use the courier bag by attaching the return address label. The library also sends you a reminder when the books are due to be returned, so that you do not incur overdue fines. To borrow books from the Library you must have a current student ID card. PLEASE NOTE THAT IF YOU HAVE A LIBRARY DEBT WHICH REMAINS UNPAID AT THE END OF THE YEAR NMIT WILL WITHHOLD YOUR ACADEMIC RESULTS UNTIL THIS DEBT IS PAID IN FULL. Edited SB 7 February 19 30 | P a g e
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Research and Databases
The library Website has a ‘Viticulture & Wine Making’ Subject Guide
that contains a huge range of subjects including a number of databases.
These are available by clicking on
And then click on
• Databases & websites by Programme area
• Viticulture and Winemaking
Short cut: https://library.nmit.ac.nz/viticulture-and-wine-making/
E-BOOKS
The V&W section in the Library has a growing collection of e-
books. Like books on the library shelves, you can 'loan' (access)
an e-book for a specific length of time.
E-books can be read online or downloaded (as a pdf) to your
computer or mobile device for a 24-hour period.
Chapters can be downloaded permanently – only 10% of the
total book per person.
• Reading an e-book online requires no additional software
• To download a library e-book to a desktop or laptop you require Adobe Digital Editions (free to
download)
• To download a library e-book to an iPad, tablet or other mobile device you require Adobe Blue Fire
Reader (free to download).
Library e-books can be downloaded to iPads, iPhones and Android devices - they can also be viewed on e-
readers that use Adobe Blue Fire Reader - these include: Kobo and Kindle Fire (but not other Kindle e-
readers). For a complete list of compatible e-readers, go to:
http://blogs.adobe.com/digitalpublishing/supported-devices
Edited SB 7 February 19 31 | P a g eGuide to Studying – Bachelor of Viticulture & Winemaking LITERACY AND NUMERACY ASSESSMENTS In 2006, research showed that 1.1 million New Zealanders (43% of the adults aged 16–65) had literacy and numeracy skills below those needed to participate fully in 21st century life. As a result of this information, the Government has invested additional money to strengthen the literacy and numeracy skills of the NZ workforce and those people close to entering the workforce. This focus on literacy and numeracy complements NMIT’s own expectations for graduates – that they are competent communicators, numerate and literate. Throughout your programme lecturers include learning activities to strengthen literacy and numeracy skills, particularly those relevant to the animal related industries you are studying and training for. The Assessment Tool allows you and your lecturers to track your progress over time. The review tools are compulsory as we must use the data to report back to Government on the progress we have made with literacy and numeracy during your programmes. You will be issued with codes that link you to the individual review tools that have been set for you. For students studying full-time in Marlborough, this will be timetabled during class time. Your results are attached to your National Student Number. It is important that you attempt the tests to the best of your ability, and by yourself. Edited SB 7 February 19 32 | P a g e
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With Your
Wine and Viticulture Studies!
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