Professional Cookery, Hospitality, Travel & Tourism
Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) Level 2 Award in Wine
Campus Granton Campus
Qualification SCQF Level 5
Study mode Part time
Start date
Oct 2024
Cost
£420
(see funding options)
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Course overview
The WSET Level 2 Award in Wines is a beginner- to intermediate-level qualification for exploring wines, suitable for industry professionals and enthusiasts.
The cost of this course is £420
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 an understanding of the principal and regionally significant 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 confidently describe these wines.
Dates
Monday 21 October to Monday 18 November
The deadline for applications is Friday 4 October 2024.
What you will learn
- How to taste and describe wine using the WSET Level 2 Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine (SAT)
- How environmental factors, grape-growing, winemaking and maturation options influence the style and quality of wines made from eight principal grape varieties:
- Chardonnay
- Pinot Grigio/Gris
- Sauvignon Blanc
- Riesling
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Merlot
- Pinot noir
- Syrah/Shiraz
- The style and quality of wines
- Principles and processes involved in the storage and service of a wine
- Principles of food and wine pairing
How the course is assessed
- A one-hour closed-book examination comprised 50 multiple-choice questions.
- Upon successfully completing the examination, you will receive a WSET certificate and lapel pin and be able to use the associated WSET-certified logo.
Number of days per week
- A 5-week course for 4.5 hours per week timetable hours 1.30 PM to 6.00 PM
Entry requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification. You must be of legal drinking age in the country where you are attending the course to participate in any alcohol tasting. However, this is not a barrier to completing the qualification. Requirements may vary by the course provider.
For further details and the full course specification please go to the WSET website.
Information on Tests / Auditions / Interview Requirements
What’s included:-
- All course materials produced by WSET
- All tasting wines (approx. 43 wines)
- All tuition and hand-outs
- Examination paper, marking by WSET and a certificate and lapel pin for passing.
- All study materials
Not included - Students must bring 6 ISO wine-tasting glasses with them to each tutorial
English Proficiency Requirements
IELTS 5.5Progression and Articulation Routes
- Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) Level 3 Award in Wine
Study Options
| Campus | Study mode | Start date | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Granton Campus | Part time | 21/10/24 |
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