Enhanced online course | £550Ī nine-week online study programme that works around your existing commitments. We advise that you select a study option that allows you adequate self-study and revision time. Please note that this is a demanding course that requires a minimum of 60 hours of private study time, in addition to online/classroom guided learning hours. There are five study options available for the Level 3 Award in Wines.

Pass with Distinction: mean average mark of 80% or above (with no individual examination paper below 65%)Īll students who pass the examination will receive a WSET certificate and lapel pin.

Pass with Merit: mean average mark of between 65% - 79%.

You must attain a combined mark of 55% across the two wines to pass Unit 2. This will assess your ability to accurately describe a wine and draw conclusions about its quality and readiness for drinking based on your observations. Sample questions can be found in the Specification.Ī blind tasting exam featuring two still wines, which must be completed in 30 minutes. You must attain a minimum mark of 55% in both parts to pass Unit 1. This part will consist of four questions of 25 marks each, and will assess your ability to apply the knowledge you have gained across the unit.

Part 2 is a question paper requiring short written answers.

This part will assess your knowledge and understanding across the unit.

Part 1 comprises 50 multiple-choice questions.

Unit 1Ī closed book theory examination in two parts, which must be completed in two hours. The course assessment is split into two essential units: Unit 1 focuses on your theoretical understanding of the subject and your ability to communicate this, while Unit 2 focuses on your tasting abilities. Both units are examined in person at WSET School London on the same day, with a short break between the papers. Those who work with wine will be in a great position to advise management, to answer customer queries authoritatively, and to make informed selections of wines in a variety of situations.Ĭlick here to download the full qualification specification. Successful candidates will be able to taste and describe with confidence the characteristics of the principal wines of the world and give information on the key factors influencing style, quality and price.

Access to WSET's Online Classroom for the duration of the course including useful video links and other resources.

Tutored tastings of 82 wines (except online course).

How to taste wines using the WSET Level 3 Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine® (SAT).

How to make appropriate wine recommendations.

The key characteristics of the principal:.

The key factors in the production of wine: location, grape growing, winemaking, maturation and bottling.

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