What does the course cover? You’ll look at key grape varieties, where they are grown and how climate and winemaking techniques affect the style of wine. We’ll cover all the major countries for wine production as well as food and wine matching, sparkling wines, fortified wines and touch upon spirits. And of course, all learning will be backed up with tasting! We also offer a revision session to assist with any areas students would like to revisit.

How is it assessed? There is an exam at the end of the course which consists of 50 multiple choice questions to be completed within an hour.

Cost: £300 includes WSET study pack, tastings, examination and certification

What does the course cover? Level 3 takes a more in-depth look into viticulture (grape growing) and vinification (wine making). Upon completion you will be able to assess wines accurately, and use your understanding to confidently explain wine style and quality. The syllabus is split into 2 units – Wines of the World and Tasting and Evaluating Wines. Each session is supported by tasting in a more professional approach using the SAT (Systematic Approach to Tasting) with the goal of training your palate ahead of the exam.

How is it assessed? Unit 1 is assessed by an exam with 50 multiple choice questions and a paper consisting of four questions requiring short written answers. Unit 2 is assessed by a blind tasting of two wines.

Cost: £525 includes WSET study pack, tastings, examination and certification