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 WSET Level 2 Award in Wines - online weekdays

WSET Level 2 Award in Wines - online weekdays

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Starts at
2:00pm
Duration
2 hours

Course Description

This beginner to intermediate level qualification course provides a structured exploration of the world of wine and is suitable for both wine industry professionals and wine enthusiasts. Individuals on this course will gain knowledge of the principal and regionally important grape varieties of the world and the styles of wine they produce. Through a combination of tasting and theory, candidates will explore the factors that impact style and quality and learn how to describe wines with confidence.

What the course covers:

  • Wine tasting: You will learn how to taste and describe wines using the WSET Systematic Approach to Tasting (SAT)
  • Food and wine pairing: You will learn the principles of food and wine pairing
  • Wine service and storage: You will learn the correct way to store and serve wine and how to recognise common faults found in wine
    Labelling: You will learn how to decode and understand wine labels
    Factors influencing the style of wine: You will explore how environmental factors, grape-growing, vineyard and maturation options influence the style and quality of the wines made all over the world
  • Grape varieties:  You'll learn about the styles of wines produced by the key international red and white grape varieties (Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, Merlot and Syrah/Shiraz) as well as the styles of wines made with 22 regionally important grape varieties grown in 70 wine regions (GI's) around the world
  • Sparkling and Fortified wines: You will be taught how grape varieties and winemaking processes influence the style of wines in these two key wine categories

The WSET Level 2 Award in Wines has full accreditation from OfQual as part of the UK Government’s Qualifications & Credits Framework as a Level 2 Vocational Qualification. No prior wine knowledge is required however the course builds upon the WSET Level 1 Award in Wines which may be more suitable for those completely new to wine. We recommend you read the course specification document before you sign up for the course. You can read this document by clicking here

Course format:
This is an online course format running weekday afternoons on specified dates during March 

Course delivery:

  • The Level 2 Award in Wines online course covers the same syllabus as the classroom course and is delivered in LIVE virtual classroom sessions by one of our certified wine educators
  • Candidates will receive a complete WSET Level 2 Award in Wines course study pack, comprising the course book (a comprehensive guide to the wines of the world 'Behind the Label'), a study guide (complete with maps, example questions and forms for your own tasting notes), course specification and laminated 'Systematic Approach To Tasting' card
  • The course includes 16 hours online tuition (8 x 2 hour sessions) and we recommend a minimum of 12 hours additional study
  • Your tutor will taste 12 wines with you on the course (for details of how to order the wines for your course see below)
  • You will receive access to practice multiple-choice revision questions specific to this course
  • You will be sent details of how to join your LIVE sessions when you book

Please note a reliable broadband connection is essential for the completion of this online course as is basic computer skills.

Examination:
To obtain the WSET Level 2 Award in Wines Qualification, you will need to successfully pass the online exam. The exam is made up of 50 multiple-choice questions to be completed in 1 hour. A mark of 55% is required to pass the exam.

*There is also the option to take your exam at any of our examination centres nationwide once our classroom coures are running again. If you would like more information, please contact us.

Course Schedule & Important Dates:

The 8 x 2-hour online classroom sessions run from 2-4pm on the following dates: 1st, 3rd, 8th, 10th, 15th, 17th, 22nd & 24th March

Registration Deadline: 19th February

The course fee of £375 Includes:

  • All WSET course materials posted to you at no extra charge including; Looking Behind the Label course manual, Study Guide, specification and SAT Tasting Card
  • 8 x LIVE virtual, interactive sessions taught by a Local Wine School WSET Certified Tutor
  • Exclusive access to practice multiple choice questions
  • Internationally recognised WSET qualification, certificate and pin for those who pass the exam
  • Online examination
  • Telephone and e-mail based mentoring service for the duration of your course
  • Online examination preparation session

Course Wines:
It is recommended that 12 wines are tasted as part of this course, although this is optional and not essential to complete the course. Please note that the cost of wines is not included in the course fee above. Our wine experts have specially selected wines for this course designed to demonstrate specific learning outcomes. They have even negotiated a specially discounted price only available to our online students. The case of 12 wines costs approximately £120 including delivery. Details of how to order your case of wines will be provided when you book your place.

Special Educational Needs:
Please make the school aware if you have a condition which may mean that you will qualify for additional help during the exam such as dyslexia.  

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