WINE & SPIRIT EDUCATION TRUST (WSET) QUALIFICATIONS OFFERED BY WINE UNPICKED:

For more details on course content, fees and duration, please see below. For course dates please click on the “Dates of Courses and News” on the menu tab above and at the bottom of this page.
WSET Level 1 Award in Wines
This qualification provides a basic introduction to the main styles of wines to amateurs or front line staff involved in the service or sale of wine.  The qualification aims to provide the basic product knowledge and skills in the storage and service of wines required to prepare a person for their first job in wine hospitality or retail.  It includes advice on food and wine pairing.
Wine Unpicked offers Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) level 1 in Wines training course that provides a basic introduction to the main styles of wines on sale in both the on and off trade.  The course aims to provide basic wine knowledge and skills in the storage and service of wines, together with elementary food and wine pairing.  Participants will take part in six hours of guided learning, and sit a forty-five minute multi-choice exam, over one day.  Wine tasting is included in the class.  Successful students will gain the Level 1 Award in Wines Certificate issued by WSET. For details of course dates please see the “Dates of courses and News” button on our website www.wineunpicked.com.

​This course assumes no prior knowledge, and is ideal for those starting to explore the world of wine, or wishing to pursue a career in the wine retail or catering and hospitality industries. The course fee of £130.00 per person covers tuition fees, the WSET textbook,  all wine  tasting samples, use of ISO tasting glasses and the exam entry fee.  No discounts are available on the fee, however re-sit exams, if required, are offered at £55. The course fee does not include any lunch or refreshments, which may be obtained from the on-site café at Shelley Theatre, Beechwood Avenue, Bournemouth BH5 1LX or other nearby outlets.
​Please read the specifications of WSET Qualifications by clicking this link - www.wsetglobal.com/qualifications/wset-level-1-award-in-wines prior to making a booking and if you have any special access or educational requirements, please let us know at the time of booking – Wine Unpicked intends to provide equal access for all potential candidates. A copy of our Equalities Policy and Reasonable Adjustments and Special Consideration Policy is available on request, our contact details are shown above.

To Book a place on this Course, please complete the on-line booking form at the bottom of this page, thank you.
WSET Level 2 Award in Wines & Spirits
This qualification offers a broad coverage of all product categories in the field of alcoholic drinks, together with the theory of tasting technique. It delves in more detail into the way different wines and spirits are made, and how this affects their style, and covers the major wine producing grapes of the world.  Little previous knowledge is required.
Wine Unpicked offers Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) level 2 in Wines and Spirits training course that focuses on the influence of grape variety, climate and wine making, and styles of wines produced around the world.  The course covers sparkling, sweet and fortified wines and introduces the subject of spirits.  Participants will take part in eight two-hour sessions, and sit a one hour multi-choice exam, either over three days or nine evening sessions.  Course dates are can be obtained by clicking the “Dates of Courses and News” button on our website www.wineunpicked.com . Students should also allow for twenty hours of personal study.  Wine or spirit tasting is included in every class.  Successful students gain the Level 2 Award in Wines & Spirits Certificate issued by WSET.
 
This course is designed for those wishing to improve their knowledge of wine and spirits in the drinks industry, or for those with a serious interest in wine who want to learn more through a systematic approach to tasting wine.  The course fee of £325.00 per person covers tuition fees, a study pack containing the WSET textbook, study guide and systematic approach to tasting guide, all wine and spirit tasting samples, use of ISO tasting glasses and the exam entry fee.  No discounts are available on the fee, however re-sit exams, if required, are offered at £80. The course fee does not include any lunch or refreshments, which may be obtained from the on-site café at Shelley Theatre, Beechwood Avenue, Bournemouth BH5 1LX or other nearby outlets.
 
Please read the specifications of WSET Qualifications by clicking this link - http://www.wsetglobal.com/qualifications/wset-level-2-award-in-wines-and-spirits prior to making a booking and if you have any special access or educational requirements, please let us know at the time of booking – Wine Unpicked intends to provide equal access for all potential candidates. A copy of our Equalities Policy and Reasonable Adjustments and Special Consideration Policy is available on request, from the contact details shown above.
​WSET Level 3 Award in Wines
The level 3 Award in Wines gives a more comprehensive coverage of the wines of the world. The course has a particular focus on the major wine producing countries, and how climatic, geographical and winemaking factors influence wine styles. It is recommended that candidates have passed the Level 2 award before embarking on this course.
​Wine Unpicked offers Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) level 3 in Wines training course that explores in detail the principal styles of wines produced around the world, including sparkling, sweet and fortified wines.  Participants will take part in fifteen two-hour sessions, and sit a two and a half hour exam that includes a tasting paper, multiple choice questions and questions requiring short written answers. The course takes place over six days, including the time devoted to the exam.  Course dates are detailed on our website, www.wineunpicked.com.  Students should also allow for around fifty hours of personal study, in addition to the thirty hours of tutored study.  Wine tasting is included in every class.  Successful students gain the Level 3 Award in Wines Certificate issued by WSET.
 
This course is designed for those wishing to improve their knowledge of wine in the drinks industry, or for those with a serious interest in wine who want to learn more through a systematic approach to tasting wine. It is recommended that candidates have passed the WSET level 2 award in Wines prior to commencing this course.  The course fee of £595.00 per person covers tuition fees, a study pack containing the WSET textbook, study guide and systematic approach to tasting guide, all wine tasting samples, use of ISO tasting glasses and the exam entry fee.  No discounts are available on the fees, however re-sit exams, if required, are offered at £120. The course fee does not include any lunch or refreshments, which may be obtained from the on-site café at Shelley Theatre, Beechwood Avenue, Bournemouth BH5 1LX or other nearby outlets.
 
Please read the specifications of WSET Qualifications by clicking this link - http://www.wsetglobal.com/qualifications/wset-level-3-award-in-wines  prior to making a booking and if you have any special access or educational requirements, please let us know at the time of booking – Wine Unpicked intends to provide equal access for all potential candidates. A copy of our Equalities Policy and Reasonable Adjustments and Special Consideration Policy is available on request, from the contact details above.
To Book a place on any of the courses above, please complete the on-line booking form at the bottom of this page, thank you.

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BOOKINGS:

  1. Booking is deemed to be confirmed once Wine Unpicked has received the course fee in full. Courses should be booked at least two weeks in advance.
  2. Payments can be made via BACS to Martin Hudson at sort code  09-01-28 a/c 80456215 – add your name and “WSET1” (or 2 or 3) as the reference, or by cheque to Martin Hudson at:
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CANCELLATIONS:
  1. One month before commencement will be refunded 90% of the fee paid.
  2. Between one month and two weeks before commencement will be refunded 75% of the fee.
  3. Less than two weeks before commencement will have no refund, unless documentary evidence of exceptional circumstances is provided, when 75% of the fee will be refunded.
  4. 100% refund will be given if Wine Unpicked cancels the course.