Brewing studies often begin with studying chemistry, biological sciences, physics or engineering. Students’ initial knowledge can then be applied in the brewery industry as they further their education studying fermentation processes, brewhouse technology, refrigeration sciences and the biochemistry of brewing.

Germany, officially the Federal Republic of Germany, is a federal parliamentary republic in western-central Europe. The country consists of 16 states, and its capital and largest city is Berlin.

Certificate programs, which can be earned in about a year, consist of academic classes that are offered at different skill and ability levels. Undergraduate as well as graduate students, depending on their field of study, may obtain certificates.

Online or distance learning refers to the use of electronic media and information and communication technologies (ICT) in education. With online learning, one can access education at any time and from any location with an available internet connection.