Brewing and Brewery Operations: Diploma
Description
The Diploma in Brewing and Brewery Operations program is unique to British Columbia. In the two-year program, students will study the science, production and business of brewing in a state-of-the-art brew laboratory to be built on the Langley campus. The curriculum, developed in consultation with the BC Craft Brewers Guild and local brew masters, involves learning brew science theory with hands-on experience in the brew laboratory and at local breweries. The full-time two year diploma program will include a summer work placement.
Student Profile
Students who have a passion for the brewing industry are encouraged to apply. Individuals interested in gaining an understanding of the business side of brewing, including sales, marketing, packaging and human resources will also succeed in this program.
Career Opportunities
Graduates will find employment as brewmasters and assistant brewmasters, licensee and agency sales and operations, brewery operations, marketing and public relations, brew pub operations and retail sales. Employment opportunities also exist with the larger national and international breweries. The Brewing and Brewery Operations Program will train graduates to work in both the craft brewery/brewpub establishments as well as larger establishments.
Program Admission Requirements
In addition to KPU's General university admission requirements, including the undergraduate-level English Proficiency Requirement, the following program admission requirements apply:
- English 12 with a minimum grade of C+ (or equivalent)
- Chemistry 12 with a minimum grade of C+ (or equivalent)
- Pre-calculus 11 or Foundations of Mathematics 11 with a minimum grade of C+(or equivalent)
- Portfolio Review
- Students are required to be a minimum of 19 years of age by the first day of classes.
Portfolio Review
Applicants will be provided portfolio requirements and instructions for submission upon receipt of an application.
For detailed information about the portfolio requirements, visit the department's website at kpu.ca/brewing-and-brewery-operations-program-faq.
Selection of qualified applicants for admission will be made by an Admissions Selection Committee composed of faculty, staff, and external members. When the number of qualified applicants exceeds the number of available spaces, selection will be based on a combination of the highest cumulative admission percentages or cumulative GPA's based on the admission requirements stated above AND the portfolio.
Program Requirements
Students must complete a minimum of 65 credits that include:
Note: HOPS courses are assessed Tuition Category 2.a.5 tuition and fees for domestic students.
Content Change Effective January 2015
Content in the Brewing program has been revised for all students admitted to the program. New program requirements are listed at the end of this section.
Year 1
Term 1 (Fall)
All of: |
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| HOPS 1100 | Introduction to Brewing | 3 credits | |
| HOPS 1105 | Brewing 1 | 3 credits | |
| HOPS 1110 | Sensory Evaluation and Ingredients | 3 credits | |
| CMNS 1140 | Introduction to Professional Communication | 3 credits | |
| CBSY 1105 | Introductory Computer Applications | 3 credits | |
Term 2 (Spring)
All of: |
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| HOPS 1205 | Brewing 2 | 3 credits | |
| HOPS 1211 | Brewing Microbiology | 4 credits | |
| HOPS 1212 | Brewing Chemistry | 4 credits | |
| HOPS 1213 | Brewing Equipment and Technology | 3 credits | |
| HOPS 1214 | Introduction to Finishing and Packaging | 3 credits | |
Term 3 (Summer)
All of: |
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| HOPS 2300 | Brewing Work Experience | 2 credits | |
Year 2
Term 4 (Fall)
All of: |
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| HOPS 2301 | Brewing Work Experience Dissemination | 1 credit | |
| HOPS 2305 | Brewing 3 | 3 credits | |
| HOPS 2310 | Product Evaluation and Judging | 3 credits | |
| HOPS 2314 | Advanced Finishing and Packaging | 3 credits | |
| HOPS 2315 | Calculations and Recipe Formulation | 3 credits | |
| PHIL 3033 | Business Ethics | 3 credits | |
Term 5 (Spring)
All of: |
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| HOPS 2405 | Brewing 4 | 6 credits | |
| HOPS 2420 | Product Sales and Promotions | 3 credits | |
| HOPS 2421 | Brewery Management and Supervisory Skills | 3 credits | |
| HOPS 2422 | The Brewing Industry | 3 credits | |
Content Effective January 2015
Year 1
Term 1 (Fall)
All of: |
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| HOPS 1100 | Introduction to Brewing | 3 credits | |
| HOPS 1105 | Brewing 1 | 3 credits | |
| HOPS 1110 | Sensory Evaluation and Ingredients | 3 credits | |
| HOPS 1212 | Brewing Chemistry | 4 credits | |
| CMNS 1140 | Introduction to Professional Communication | 3 credits | |
Term 2 (Spring)
All of: |
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| HOPS 1205 | Brewing 2 | 3 credits | |
| HOPS 1211 | Brewing Microbiology | 4 credits | |
| HOPS 1213 | Brewing Equipment and Technology | 3 credits | |
| HOPS 1214 | Introduction to Finishing and Packaging | 3 credits | |
| CBSY 1105 | Introductory Computer Applications | 3 credits | |
Year 2
Term 3 (Fall)
All of: |
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| HOPS 2300 | Brewing Work Experience | 2 credits | |
| HOPS 2301 | Brewing Work Experience Dissemination | 1 credit | |
| HOPS 2305 | Brewing 3 | 3 credits | |
| HOPS 2310 | Product Evaluation and Judging | 3 credits | |
| HOPS 2314 | Advanced Finishing and Packaging | 3 credits | |
| HOPS 2315 | Calculations and Recipe Formulation | 3 credits | |
| PHIL 3033 | Business Ethics | 3 credits | |
Term 4 (Spring)
All of: |
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| HOPS 2405 | Brewing 4 | 6 credits | |
| HOPS 2420 | Product Sales and Promotions | 3 credits | |
| HOPS 2421 | Brewery Management and Supervisory Skills | 3 credits | |
| HOPS 2422 | The Brewing Industry | 3 credits | |
Other Information
Students must be 19 years of age by the first day of classes. CSA-approved footwear is required, along with course-specific safety gear.
Credential Awarded
Upon successful completion of this program, students are eligible to receive a Diploma in Brewing and Brewery Operations.
