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*Embedded: FDSC 499 / HORT 499 - Comparing the Science and Business of Wine in the U.S. and Italy - University Park (Maymester) (Outgoing Embedded Program)

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Type of Program: Embedded
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Program Overview     

This course provides an interdisciplinary treatment of the science of grape growing, vinification, and wine marketing in Italy.  Students will learn how viticultural practices translate to wine chemistry, and how key variables associated with that conversion affect consumer perception and acceptability.  The course will cover topics such as:

  • asic grapevine physiology
  • vineyard management practices
  • vinification
  • Italian wine styles
  • consumer interactions with wine (e.g., branding, promotion, and tasting room sales strategies).

Course material will be primarily transmitted through lectures, reading assignments to be completed outside of class, practical exercises at a commercial vineyard and winery (http://www.buliwine.com) in Trequanda (Province of Siena, Italy), and field trips to various wine production operations in the Italian region of Toscana.

Students will receive 2 credits in the Spring 2024 semester and an additional 0.25 credits in May 2024 during the travel component of the course. Students will pay a flat fee of $200 for these 0.25 credits in May. Students that have been accepted onto this trip will be manually added to the course within LionPath. 

Dates     

May 7 - 19, 2024

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Eligibility

Any pre-requisite courses are established by the faculty leader or department hosting the course.  The following have been listed as pre-requisites for consideration to enroll in this course and travel on the embedded education abroad program:
  • Minimum GPA requirement is 3.0
  • Preference will be given to undergraduate majors in Food Science and Plant Science / Horticulture.
  • Admission in the course and permission to travel with the group are at the discretion of the faculty leader and/or academic department hosting the course. Academic standing and disciplinary or conduct issues may impact eligibility.

Housing and Meals

During the embedded travel component, housing will consist of shared apartments.

Program Costs

Students pay regular Penn State tuition (either in-state or out-of-state) for the credits associated with the embedded course.  Travel costs, lodging, meals, excursions, and other fees are determined by the program budget which is set by the program leader.  Please consult the program leader for additional information.

Financial Aid & Scholarships

The Embedded Programs Scholarship is issued through Penn State Global Education Abroad for students studying on approved Penn State embedded programs. There is no application required to be considered for this scholarship.  The Education Abroad scholarship selection team will utilize course rosters submitted by the embedded course leaders and will determine eligible scholarship recipients based on financial need. 

Because of the volume of eligible candidates, awards usually go to students with the highest level of financial need as determined by the Office of Student Aid.  Among those with the highest need, preference may be given to students with higher cumulative grade point averages and/or to those with no prior Penn State education abroad experience.

For More Information

For more information about this course, please contact the program coordinator: Sarah Lyall-Combs by emailing svl1@psu.edu.

How to Apply

The process for enrolling in an embedded course varies according to the instructor and/or department.  The program leader has indicated that in order to enroll in the course and travel component, students must submit an application by October 27, 2023. Selected students must pay their initial deposit by early 2024.

Studying Abroad with a Disability

Many students with disabilities successfully study abroad each year. Please note that other cultures may have different attitudes and available accommodations regarding disabilities. While we cannot guarantee the accessibility of all program sites and locations, specific accommodations may be arranged in consultation with our office, the Student Disability Resources office, and our partners abroad. To prepare for success, students are strongly encouraged to research the country and program location to consider if and how they will manage their disabilities abroad in advance of selecting a program. Students with disabilities and other diverse backgrounds can begin their research on our Diversity Awareness Abroad page.


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There are currently no active application cycles for this program.