Level 3 is advanced where students must demonstrate far greater proficiency, expertise and knowledge of wines as well as market awareness, latest trends, pricing and costings. Level 3 holders skill sets typically enable them to move into more management and key roles where they can influence and contribute meaningfully to the business mission or goals. Responsibilities could include wine selections, creation of wine menus/cellar lists, buying, cellar management (i.e. wine storage, stock levels, tracking deliveries etc.), wine tasting and service. Level 3 holders are more experts in (wine) sensory analysis and gastronomy. Often a fundamental element for these individuals is the sharing of best practices via demonstration, guidance, support, collaboration and education that can vitally increase the skills, competency, capacity and contribution of the other members of the team.
About the course
A comprehensive in-depth look at wines from the key producers around the world with a more intense focus on tasting technique and requirement to demonstrate greater comprehension, competency and application of knowledge and understanding.
This 5-day Ofqual Regulated course is aimed at industry employees with supervisory roles with responsibilities to manage, evaluate and instruct with confidence wine selections, their quality and world market commercial awareness, or wine connoisseurs.
Having WSET certified wine professionals on staff helps a business develop, drive and improve its performance as well as being a credible way to distinguish it from the competition. For the individuals themselves, their newfound knowledge raises standards and morale, builds confidence and empowerment increasing their promotion and salary prospects, widens job opportunities and provides recognition within the industry.
Our Educators
WSE tutors, all WSET Certified Educators and graduates of the coveted WSET Level 4 Diploma, are professional and experienced corporate trainers who apply their knowledge and skill in modern training techniques. Using multiple learning methods and styles in our courses and events, they successfully help our students to easily understand, absorb, embed and retain information. Critical at this more challenging level.
COST £ 795.00 including VAT (i.e. £662.50 excluding VAT)
Fee includes study materials, wine tastings, tuition, examination and provision of tasting glasses during the course
EXAMINATION Unit One to be completed in 2 hours: – Part I comprises of 50 multiple choice questions and Part II is a question paper requiring short written answers which consists of 4 questions of 25 marks each.
Unit Two examination time 30 minutes: – consists of a practical blind tastings (one red and one white) and the completion of written tasting notes for 2 wines.
A mark of 55% in each unit required to pass. Results in around 6-8 weeks from the examination. A mark of 55% is required to pass (Pass 55-64%, Pass with Merit 65-79% & Pass with Distinction 80%+ on basis no paper is below 65%).
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BOOKING TERMS AND CONDITIONS All bookings are on the basis that you have read and agreed to the Booking Terms and Conditions. Click here.
CONTENT
Subjects studied Content:
Entry Requirement WSET Level 2 Award in Wines and Spirits or WSET Level 2 Award in Wines highly recommended.
The Theory of Wines of the World Identify and describe the characteristics of still, sparkling and fortified wines produced in the principal wine producing regions of the world and explain how the key natural and human factors in the vineyard, winery, law and commerce can influence the style, quality and price of these wines. Also demonstrate the ability to provide information and advice to customers and staff about wines.
Countries include:
- France, Germany, Austria, Hungary, Greece, Italy, Spain, Portugal, USA, Canada, Chile, Argentina, South Africa, Australia, New Zealand.
The Analytical Tasting of Wine Accurately describe the key characteristics of the principal still wines of the world and use the description to make an assessment of quality and an assessment of readiness for drinking using the WSET Systematic Approach to Tasting.
Number of Wines Tasted Approximately 60 wines will be tasted as part of the course
Study Materials Students will receive the Level 3 Award course study pack, consisting of the ‘Understanding wines: Explaining style and quality’ course textbook and study guide/workbook together with a Level 3 WSET Systematic Approach to Tasting card. Students should read the full specification, click here, and view all the tutorial video content prior to attending the session lectures (access codes issued to students with booking confirmations).
Course Duration: 5 lecture days
Examination: 2 hours (theory paper) examination and 30 mins blind tasting examination (2 still wines i.e. 1 white and 1 red)
Recommended Private Study Minimum of 51.5 hours of additional private study is recommended for this course. (ONLINE learning 84 hours)
Certification All students who pass will be issued with a certificate suitable for framing and a lapel pin
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q. How much prior knowledge of wines should I have before attending this course?
A. WSET Level 2 Award in Wines highly or the former WSET Level 2 Award in Wines and Spirits are highly recommended.
Q. What is the recommended self study time for this programme?
A. Obviously people learn at different speeds and how much prior knowledge of wines you have before you start the course, will have a bearing on this. For a successful outcome, we do highly recommend that in addition to the lectures days, all students spend at least 51.5 hours of self study time. (ONLINE option we recommend a minimum of 84 hours).
Q. How long can I take to complete my studies?
A. Once booked on to a course, the dates are fixed, however, it is possible to transfer to another course or delay sitting your exam. Costs may apply as detailed in the terms and conditions.
COURSE VENUE
Hotel du Vin, 89 The Mount, York, North Yorkshire, UK YO24 1AX. t: 01904 405260
wineschoolofexcellence.co.uk 