Embrace the Passion for Wine
$2099 $1699 + GST
Price Includes study pack, tasting samples, exam, tasting glasses & certification fee
This is a standard class of 3 hour class over 10 Sundays
Feb 22nd - apr 26th 2026
9am - 12pm
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WSET Level 3 Award in Wines is an advanced level qualification for professionals working in the wine industry and for wine enthusiasts.
For individuals seeking to delve deeper into the world of wines, this qualification provides a detailed understanding of grape growing and wine making. Upon completion you will be able to assess wines accurately, and use your understanding to confidently explain wine style and quality. Upon successful completion you will receive a WSET certificate and lapel pin, and will be able to use the associated WSET certified logo.
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Unit 1
The key factors in the production of wine: location, grape growing, winemaking, maturation and bottling
How these key factors influence the key characteristics of the principal
still wines of the world
sparkling wines of the world
fortified wines of the world
How to apply your understanding to explain wine style and quality
Unit 2
How to taste wines, describe their characteristics and evaluate their quality, using the WSET Level 3 Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine® (SAT)
You will be tasting over 60 samples to reinforce learning and practice your tasting techniques.
Classroom setting provides the students with more interactive guided learning experience. If you are unable to fit it into your busy schedule, we also provide online distance learning option:
Online Distance Learning
The course is based around a 9-week structured online programme with a recommendation of 10 hours study per week to cover the online activities and read the relevant chapters in the textbook. There is also a 1 day tasting tutorial. The course follows a weekly structure, but it allows the student to work ahead or catch up on the activities and forums. There are no set times to log into the course as there are no live chats or webinars. Regular access and participation in the course online activities is essential for this mode of study.
At VinoZen Academy, we are also committed to offer you dedicated guidance and also available for live online tutorial sessions upon request to better help with your learning.
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This qualification has a minimum requirement of 84 hours of study time, which includes 30 hours of lesson time.
While there are no pre-requisites to enrol this course, it is recommended that you hold the WSET Level 2 Award in Wines and Spirits or can demonstrate the equivalent level of knowledge. You must be of legal drinking age in the country where you are attending the course to participate in any alcohol tasting.
Unit 1 is assessed by a closed-book exam of 50 multiple-choice questions and a short-written answer paper. Unit 2 is assessed by a blind tasting of two wines.
This qualification is regulated by Ofqual
To attend the course:
Please be on time and ready to learn.
You will receive a copy of Level 1 Study Guide.
Please bring writing utensil.
Please bring 6 neutral and clear tasting glasses.
Online Distance Learning
Operating Systems - Windows 7 and newer, Mac OSX 10.6 and newer, Linux –chrome OS
Mobile Operating System Native App Support - Android apps require version 5.0 or later and iOS apps require version 11 or later. All Android and iOS both support the two most recent versions of their respective operating systems.
Computer Speed and Processor - use a computer 5 years old or newer when possible, 1GB of RAM, 2GHz processor.
Internet Speed - along with compatibility and web standards, system carefully crafted to accommodate low bandwidth environments, minimum of 512kbps
Supported Browsers - please visit the following website https://community.canvaslms.com/docs/DOC-10720
Other required software - Adobe Reader XI or equivalent.