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Viticulture - n. : the cultivation or culture of grapes
Enology - n. :a science that deals with wine and wine making
The V&E Department combines the sciences of viticulture and enology in a single research and teaching unit that encompasses all of the scientific disciplines that impact grape growing and winemaking. For over one hundred years the University of California has maintained an active and productive program in research and education in viticulture and enology. The continuing excellence of the Department has enabled California growers and vintners to develop practices that have allowed the Golden State to achieve its potential and become a premier wine-producing region.
Viticulture & Enology

Undergraduate Admission Requirements
A carefully planned program of high school courses provides you with the best preparation for University work. Prospective students should take college preparatory courses that will challenge them to work hard and will prepare them beyond minimum levels of competence in reading, writing and mathematics. A student who is well prepared for University work will have taken four years of English in high school, four years of mathematics, two to three years of foreign language, two to three years of laboratory science, one year of history, and one or more years of art or humanities as outlined below. Please see UC Davis Admission...