The WSET exists to promote, provide and develop high quality education and training in wines, spirits and other alcoholic liquors. Courses are suitable for those in the wine and spirit trade or intending to join it as well as for the interested consumer.
The three qualifications listed below are recognised internationally as the leading vocational qualifications throughout the drinks industry: Unlike many other course providers our fees are fully inclusive of wines, tuition, textbooks and exam fees.
The WSET Level 1 Foundation Certificate in Wines
This new qualification provides a straight forward introduction to wine for new or inexperienced wine trade and hospitality staff. Approachable and concise we cover grape growing, wine making, the main grape varieties and food and wine matching. You do not need to have completed any other course before taking this course.
Next available course:
| Course Pre-requsit: | No previous qualification required | |
| Course Dates: | Monday 19th April 2010 Stokesley | |
| Friday 25th June 2010 Yorkshire Heart Vineyard | ||
| Wednesday 30th June 2010 Leeds | ||
| Study times: | 9.30am – 5.00pm | |
| Course Fee: | £150 (VAT exempt) inclusive of exam and study materials. | |
The WSET Level 1 Foundation Certificate in Spirits
A done in a day course aimed at bar and restaurant staff, spirits buyers and enthusiasts. We will cover production methods, the key spirits of the world and how to assess and taste spirits correctly.
Next available course:
| Course Pre-requsit: | No previous qualification required | |
| Course Date: | Please contact us for details of the next course | |
| Venue: | To be confirmed | |
| Study times: | Full day study usually 9.30am – 5.00pm | |
| Course Fee: | £150 (VAT exempt) inclusive of exam and study materials. | |
WSET Level 2 Intermediate Certificate in Wines,
Spirits and other Alcoholic Beverages
Getting behind the label
This qualification offers broad coverage of wines and spirits, together with basic tasting technique. The course covers grape growing, wine making and wines from around the world.
By the end of the course students will have tasted and assessed around 30 wines and learned the basics of food and wine matching. It is suitable for those with little previous experience. Accredited at Level 2 in the NQF.
• CLICK HERE to find out more about our WSET Level 2 Intermediate course.
• CLICK HERE to view the WSET Intermediate Course Programme.
Next available course:
| Course Pre-requsit: | No previous qualification required | |
| Course Dates: | Commencing 9th March 2010 (day class, Harrogate ).
Commencing 15th April 2010 - (day class, Chesterfield). Commencing 20th April 2010 (day class, Harrogate). Commencing 14th June 2010 (day class, Leeds). Commencing 30th September 2010 (day class, Harrogate).
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| Venue: | Temple House, Raglan Street, Harrogate Meltons Too, Walmgate, York Holiday Inn, Clarence Dock, Leeds |
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| Study times: | 9.30a.m -4.00pm (day class) |
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| Course Fee: | £295 (VAT exempt) | |
The WSET Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Wines & Spirits
Exploring the world of wines & spirits
The Level 3 Advanced Certificate gives more comprehensive coverage of the wines and spirits of the world, with an increased focus on tasting technique, and on gaining a greater depth of knowledge than is required at Intermediate level.
It assumes that all students join the course with at least the level of knowledge needed to complete the level 2 i.e. Intermediate Certificate. Accredited at Level 3 in the NQF.
• CLICK HERE to find out more about our WSET Level 3 Advanced course.
• CLICK HERE to view the WSET Advanced Course Programme.
Next available course:
| Course Pre-requsit: | WSET level 2 or equivalent knowledge. | |
| Course Dates: | Start Date 1st March 2010 then fortnightly on Mondays until examination on 24th May 2010. Start Date 21st April then every Wednesday until examination on 26th May 2010. |
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| Venue: | Harrogate (Day Class commencing March 1st) Leeds (Day Class commencing 21st April) |
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| Study times: | 10am - 4pm | |
| Course Fee: | £500 (VAT exempt) | |
Self Study Courses
At the Wine Academy we understand that not everyone can commit to attending a course on a weekly basis which is why we offer a self study option.
You will study at home in your own time. You will be provided with a study pack containing the course textbook, revision guide and course specification. Self study is available at Intermediate (level 2) and Advanced (level 3) levels.
• CLICK HERE to find out more about our Self Study Courses.
| Course Fee: | Intermediate £150 |
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