The Foundation

WSET was founded as charitable trust in 1969 to serve the growing educational needs of the UK wine and spirits industry which, at the time, primarily spanned import, distribution and retail. Funding was provided by The Vintners’ Company and WSET took over the education initiatives started by the Wine and Spirit Association of Great Britain.

Educator: Foni Pollitt DipWSET
wset@mayfairlane.com.au

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Level 1

1 Day Course – Exam same day – morning tea & lunch provided

29th January 2025

7th May 2025

9:00am to 5:00pm

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Level 2

8 Sessions + Exam (Theory)

INTENSIVE – Monday&Wednesday 9am – 1:30pm (est.) – Starting 3rd February – morning tea provided
Session(s) 1 & 2: 3rd February
Session(s) 3 & 4: 5th February
Session(s) 5 & 6: 10th February
Session(s) 7 & 8: 12th February

EXAM: 19th February– 10am

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Level 2
PM – 6 – 8pm (est.) – Monday & Thursday- Starting 3rd February –
Session 1: 3rd February
Session 2: 6th February
Session 3: 10th February
Session 4: 13th February
Session 5: 17th February
Session 6: 20th February
Session 7: 25th February (Tuesday)
Session 8: 27th February

Exam 5th March – 5pm

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Level 3

16 Sessions + Exam (Tasting & Theory)

Entry Requirements: It is recommended that you hold the WSET Level 2 Award in Wines or can demonstrate the equivalent level of knowledge.

INTENSIVE – Monday&Wednesday 9am – 1:30pm (est.) – Starting 4th March- morning tea provided
Session(s) 1 & 2: 4th March Tuesday (Monday Public Holiday)
Session(s) 3 & 4: 5th March
Session(s) 5 & 6: 10th March
Session(s) 7 & 8: 12th March
Session(s) 9 & 10: 19th March
Session(s) 11 & 12: 24th March
Session(s) 13 & 14: 26th March
Session 15: 31st March

EXAM: 7th April 2024 – 9:30am

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Level 3
PM – 6 – 8pm (est.) – Monday & Thursday- Starting 4th March –

Session 1: 4th March Tuesday (Monday Public Holiday)
Session 2: 6th March
Session 3: 10th March
Session 4: 17th March
Session 5: 20th March
Session 6: 24th March
Session 7: 27th March
Session 8:31st March
Session 9: 3rd April
Session 10: 7th April
Session 11: 10th April
Session 12: 14th April
Session 13: 17th April
Session 14: 22nd April (Tuesday)
Session 15: 24th April

EXAM: 30th April 2024 – 4pm

NEXT SEMESTER FROM JULY 2025 will become available from May – Intensive & PM courses available

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Private Classes upon request. Minimum 12 people.

Dates & Prices are subject to change

WSET Level 1 Award in Wines

The WSET Level 1 Award in Wines is a beginner level introduction to wine, suitable for those starting a wine career or pursuing an interest in wine. 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.

Upon successful completion you will receive a WSET certificate and lapel pin.

To gain this qualification, candidates must successfully complete a 30-question multiple choice question paper.

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Classroom Cost: $495.00

Course Details

Duration:	Classroom: 6 hours normally held in one sitting – including 45 minute examination
Includes:	Classroom: 6 Wine Samples, Text Book, Exam, Certificate, Pin.

What’s Covered

The main types and styles of wine
Common wine grapes and their characteristics
How to make food and wine pairings
Tutored tasting of nine wines
How to store and serve wine
How to describe wine using the WSET Level 1

Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine® (SAT)

Assessment

The exam takes place in the last session of the course. The exam consists of 30 multiple choice questions to be completed in 45 minutes. To pass you must correctly answer 70% of the questions. This qualification is Ofqual regulated.

RESIT EXAM FEE: $120

WSET Level 2 Award in Wines

The WSET Level 2 Award in Wines is a beginner to intermediate level qualification exploring wines for those working in the industry or wine enthusiasts. This qualification is intended for beginners wishing to learn about a wide range of wines or for those seeking to build upon the introductory knowledge gained with the WSET Level 1 Award in Wines. You’ll learn about 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.

Upon successful completion you will receive a WSET certificate and lapel pin.

To gain this qualification, a 50-question multiple choice paper must be successfully completed.

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Classroom Cost: $1200.00

Course Details

Duration:

Classroom: 17 hours Class structure tba – One hour included for examination

Personal Study: 11 hours (including revision)

Includes:

Classroom: 46 Wine Samples, Text Book, Exam, Certificate, Pin.

This structured and informative course explores the major grape varieties and important regions that define the world’s key wines. You’ll learn about production, key labelling terminology and major classifications to help you identify wines with confidence.

Successful students will receive a WSET certificate and lapel pin.

What’s Covered

How wine is made
What factors influence wine style
The key white and black grape varieties and their characteristics
The important wine-producing regions of the world in which these grapes are grown
The production of sparkling, sweet and fortified wines
Label terminology
Tutored tastings of 46 wines
How to describe wine using the WSET Level 2 Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine® (SAT)
How to make food and wine pairings

Assessment

The exam takes place in the last session of the course. The exam consists of 50 multiple choice questions to be completed in one hour. To pass you must correctly answer 55% of the questions. This qualification is Ofqual regulated.

RESIT EXAM FEE: $180

WSET Level 3 Award in Wines

The WSET Level 3 Award in Wines is an advanced level qualification for professionals working in the wine industry and for wine enthusiasts. 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 certificate and lapel pin, and will be able to use the associated WSET certified logo. To gain this qualification, candidates must successfully complete:
Unit 1: a 50 question multiple choice paper, and a 4 question, short written answer paper
Unit 2: a blind tasting of two wines

Upon successful completion you will receive a WSET certificate and lapel pin.

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Classroom Cost: $1950.00

Course Details

Duration:

Classroom: 30 hours Class structure – plus 2.5-hour examination

Personal Study: 54 hours (including revision)

Includes:

Classroom: 85 Wine Samples, Text Book, Exam, Certificate, Pin. Plus, extra wines for blind tastings

Successful students will receive a WSET certificate and lapel pin.

What’s Covered

The key factors in the production of wine: location, grape growing, winemaking, maturation and bottling
The major grape varieties
The key characteristics of the principal:
Still wines of the world
Sparkling wines of the world
Fortified wines of the world
Label terminology
How to make food and wine pairings
How to analyse wines to account for their style and quality
Tutored tastings of approximately 85 wines
How to taste wines using the WSET Level 3 Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine® (SAT)