The WSET Level 2 Award in Beer is here, and it’s your passport to a deeper, more structured understanding of the beer world.

Whether you're working in hospitality, brewing, or you're a passionate beer fan who wants more than just tasting notes—this globally recognised qualification will help you confidently explore the styles, science, and stories behind your favourite brews.

Offered exclusively in New Zealand by Beer CraftED (powered by WineEdCo), this is your chance to study beer like a pro.

What you’ll learn:

• The raw materials and production methods that shape beer flavour and quality

• How to analyse and describe beer using the WSET Systematic Approach to Tasting (SAT)

• The characteristics of over 60 beer styles from around the world

• How to store and serve beer for peak enjoyment

• How to pair beer with food (and why it works)

Your enrolment includes,

• WSET study book and group online learning platform, with WSET Global.

• Exam by remote invigilation with the option of attending an exam at our exams centres.

• It is advised that students should taste a range of beer during the course.

• Tasting pack curated by our in-house tutor can be purchased with the course.

Key Dates:

Course Dates: Course runs over 5 consecutive weekends starting 2nd Feburary.

Exam: Online. 3rd Feburary, 9am (or by arrangement).

Enrolments close: 23rd January, 2026.

Payment Methods: Credit Card, Direct Debit or Monthly Instalments with 20% deposit. To request an invoice for direct debit payment or to arrange a payment plan, please click here