Event Description
WSET Level 3 in Wines Award is an advanced level qualification for wine ethusiasts and for professionals working in the wine industry.
For individuals seeking to delve deeper into the world of wines, this qualification provides a detailed understanding of grape growing and wine making. Upon completion you will be able to assess wines accurately, and use your understanding to confidently explain wine style and quality.
Upon successful completion you will receive a WSET digital certificate and lapel pin, and will be able to use the associated WSET certified logo.
These are ideal for trade professionals and wine enthusiasts.
For no additional cost, each student will be given a "Wine with Jimmy" Level 3 subscription as an additional revision resource (worth £95.00).
Payment plans available, please email info@birminghamwineschool.com for further details.
Day 1 - Monday 14th September 2026 (10:00- 18:00)
Day 2 - Monday 21st September (10:00-17:00)
Day 3 - Monday 28th September (10:00- 17:30)
Day 4 - Monday 5th October (10:00 -17:30)
Day 5 - Monday 12th October (10:00 -17:30)
Day 6 - Monday 19th October (10:00 - 14:00)
What you'll learn
Unit 1
- The key factors in the production of wine: location, grape growing, winemaking, maturation and bottling
- How these key factors influence the key characteristics of the principal still wines of the world, sparkling wines of the world and fortified wines of the world
- How to apply your understanding to explain wine style and quality
Unit 2
- How to taste wines, describe their characteristics and evaluate their quality, using the WSET Level 3 Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine® (SAT)If you are an employer wishing to train your staff this course will equip them with knowledge and understanding of a wide range of products.
Assessment
Unit 1 is assessed by a closed-book exam of 50 multiple-choice questions and a paper of short written answers. Unit 2 is assessed by a blind tasting of two wines.
This qualification is regulated by Ofqual
Entry requirement
It is recommended that you hold the WSET Level 2 Award in Wines and Spirits or can demonstrate the equivalent level of knowledge. This course is suitable for someone in a supervisory level position in wine sales and service.
Not sure exactly what is covered in the Level 3 in Wines Course? Click here to view the full Level 3 Course Specification (with Example Questions)
Classroom Sessions
There are three x two hour classroom sessions each day, starting at 10.00am and finishing at 5:00pm with 45 minutes for lunch. Day 1 will finish at 6:00pm.
There are 5 full day sessions (30 classroom hours) and an exam session, spread out over 6 weeks. The final exam day is 10:00am - 2pm
WSET recommends at least 54 hours of home study in addition to the 30 hours of classroom sessions.
Course Outline
Day 1. Sessions 1,2,3 - Intro, tasting technique, natural and human factors with grape-growing & human factors with winemaking
Day 2. Sessions 4,5,6 - Whites wines: Germany, Alsace, Austria, Tokaji, Burgundy, Loire, Bordeaux + Red / rose wines: Bordeaux, SW France, Loire
Day 3. Sessions 7,8,9 - Red wines: Burgundy, Wines of Rhone, S France, Spain, Portugal, Northern Italy
Day 4. Sessions 10,11,12 - Central & S Italy, Portuguese reds, Premium New World reds and whites
Day 5. Sessions 13,14,15 - Regional new world wines, Sparkling Wines, Fortified Wines
Day 6. Exam Session
Course tutor: Katie Gardner
Please email Jake on the school's email address with any questions.
This course is over 5 full days, (Plus exam day).
Venue: 2nd Floor - The Wellington, Bennetts Hill, B2 5SN. Please note: Two flights of stairs needed to be climbed.
(5 minute walk from either New Street or Snowhill)
When you book your course, you'll receive access to a structured online learning package from Wine With Jimmy, at no additional cost, designed to support your studies and help you prepare with confidence.
Your access code will be sent to you on the day your course starts. Simply redeem it on the Wine With Jimmy website to get started.
Frequently Asked Questions
Wine with Jimmy FAQs
Is the Wine With Jimmy support package included in the course price?
Yes; access is included with your WSET Level 2 or 3 wine course at no additional cost.
How do I access the WWJ earning support?
Book your WSET Level 2 or Level 3 wine course and you'll be sent your activation code on the 1st day of your course. Simply redeem your code on the Wine With Jimmy website to activate your learning support package.
How long will I have access to the Wine With Jimmy support platform for?
Your access lasts for 12 months from the date you redeem/activate your code. Please bear in mind if you activate your code and then delay your classroom course for any reason or your exam is delayed, your access is still only valid for one year from the day you redeem/activate your code.
What does the Wine With Jimmy package include?
The platform provides complementary support to your classroom learning and is designed to help you build knowledge, reinforce key concepts, and support your revision and exam preparation using multi-media learning tools and revision strategies. Alongside our expert-led, in-person teaching, it gives you flexible, on-demand support to guide your learning every step of the way. It is a more complete way to study, combining the best of classroom experience with additional support when you need it.
Do I still need to attend the classroom course?
Yes; the online learning support is designed to complement your in-person teaching, not replace it. Your classroom sessions remain the core of the course, with the online materials providing additional support alongside your studies.
What should I do if I experience difficulties accessing the Wine With Jimmy platform?
If your issue is with the acess code not being recognised, please contact the Local Wine School where you made your booking.
Once you have activated your account if you experience any technical issues or difficulties accessing materials please contact the Wine With Jimmy team at info@winewithjimmy.com
What should I do if I experience technical issues or issues on the WWJ platform after I have activated my code?
Please contact the Wine With Jimmy team via info@winewithjimmy.com
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