The WSET Level 1 Award in Wines is the perfect introduction to the world of wine, offering a globally recognized qualification from the Wine & Spirits Education Trust. The course runs over 4 weeks that can be studied in your own space, at your own pace.

This beginner-friendly course covers the basics of wine types, key grape varieties, and major wine regions. You'll learn how to select and serve wines with confidence and gain essential wine-tasting skills to describe and evaluate wines effectively.

Ideal for those starting a career in wine or hospitality, or simply looking to deepen their appreciation, this course provides a solid foundation to boost both your professional skills and personal enjoyment of wine.

Your enrolment includes,

• Access to our online learning resources, WSET study book, group online class sessions.

• Recordings of course material for any missed sessions (Q+A is not recorded).

• Weekly online course sessions for the duration of the course (3 weeks)

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

• This online course requires approximately 6 hours of study. It is advised that students should taste a range of wines during the course.

• Optional: Purchase a tasting pack of 4 recommended wines delivered to your door (NZ only). RRP of tasting pack is $130-150 and changes depending on availability.

Key Dates:

Course Times: 15th to 17th December, 2025. 10am to midday daily.

Exam: Online, Wednesday 17th December, 5pm (or by arrangement).

Enrolments close: 8th December, 5pm for 17th December exam. Later enrolments will require a custom online exam date.

The specification for the course is available here.

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