For individuals new to wine study, this qualification provides a hands-on introduction to the world of wine. You’ll explore the main types and styles of wine through sight, smell, and taste, while also gaining the basic skills to describe wines accurately and make food and wine pairings.

Course outline

WSET's Level 2 Award in Wines is a beginner- to intermediate-level qualification exploring wines, suitable for industry professionals and wine enthusiasts. This qualification is intended for beginners wishing to learn about a wide range of wines or those seeking to build on the introductory knowledge gained with the WSET Level 1 Award in Wines. You’ll gain knowledge of the principal and regionally important grape varieties of the world, the regions in which they are grown, and the styles of wine they produce. Through a combination of tasting and theory, you’ll explore the factors that impact style and quality and learn how to describe these wines with confidence. More information can be found in the WSET Level 2 Award in Wine Course Specification Here

Tasting component

Students will taste a range of over 40 wines  from the principal wine growing regions from across the world. All samples will be provided to the students.

Assessment

The WSET Level 2 Award in Wines assessment is a closed-book theory examination of 60 minutes’ duration and consists of 50 multiple-choice questions worth one mark each. A student requires a minimum of 55% correct answers to pass and be awarded the WSET Level 2 Award in Wine qualification.

Course registration

All course registrations will close  on 31st October. Late registrations unfortunately can not be accepted.