Course Dates:
Sunday, May 9th 10:00am - 3:00pm (mandatory)
Sunday, May 16th 10:00am - 3:00pm
Sunday, May 23rd 10:00am - 3:00pm
Sunday, May 30th 10:00am - 3:00pm
Sunday, June 6th 10:00am - 3:00pm (mandatory)
Sunday, June 13th 10:00am - 3:00pm
Sunday, June 20th 10:00am - 3:00pm
Sunday, June 27th 10:00am - 3:00pm (recommended)
Saturday, July 3rd 10:00am - 2:00pm (optional mock exam)
Sunday, July 11th 10:00am - 1:00pm Exam
Please note a 1 hour midday break will be given each day but lunch will not be provided.
This certification is designed for both wine industry professionals and enthusiasts who want to expand their knowledge. It offers a comprehensive understanding of grape cultivation and wine production for those who want to delve deeper into the world of wine.
While completion of WSET Level 2 Award in Wines prior to registering for WSET Level 3 Award in Wine is strongly recommended, it is not a prerequisite per WSET.
We do require any who wish to take Level 3 without previous WSET coursework to contact Chelsea to confirm preparedness and pervious knowledge for this advanced course.
For full course requirements and further information, please download the Specification. All registrations include digital course materials, emailed within 72 hours of registration. If you prefer a physical copy, you can purchase one at registration and pick it up at the Oenophile Institute.
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Upon completion of WSET Level 3, you'll be able to:
Understand the key elements of wine production, including grape growing, location, winemaking, maturation, and bottling
Identify the distinguishing characteristics of still, sparkling, and fortified wines from different regions
Evaluate wines using the WSET Level 3 Systematic Approach to Tasting® for blind tasting assessments.
For full course requirements and further information, please download the Specification.
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To acquire this certification, a minimum of 84 hours* of study time is required, which includes:
30 hours of instruction time with a WSET course provider, either in a classroom or online.
54 hours of self-study and review.
For full course requirements and further information, please download the Specification.
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Assessment: A 2.5 hour closed-book examination comprised of 50 multiple-choice questions, short written answer paper, and a blind tasting of 2 wines on Sunday, July 11th, 2027 at 10:00am.
There will be an optional review and mock exam for no additional cost on Saturday, July 3rd at 10:00am
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This WSET Level 3 Award in Wines is delivered in an optional hybrid format to accommodate seasonal travel while maintaining the academic and tasting standards required by WSET.
All sessions are conducted live and in person, with the option for students to attend synchronously via live Zoom. Sessions are recorded and made available for revision purposes; however, recordings are not a substitute for active participation in scheduled classes. Students are strongly encouraged to attend sessions live, either in person or online.
Two course days are designated as mandatory in-person attendance days (May 9th & June 6th). These sessions are required for palate calibration and for the collection of tasting samples for subsequent classes that may be attended remotely. One additional in-person session is strongly recommended (June 27th), as it involves the tasting of sparkling wines, which cannot be provided within standard sample kits.
Students who do not attend a class in person and do not collect tasting samples in advance are solely responsible for sourcing the required wines independently. Failure to attend mandatory in-person sessions or to secure appropriate tasting samples does not constitute grounds for refund, deferral, or special consideration and may adversely affect the student’s learning outcomes and examination readiness.
$1950 | 32.5 hrs | 60+ Wines
Deposits and payment plans are available upon request.
Please email Jordan for details.
Registration must be completed by May 2nd, 2027.