Level 3 Award in Wines and Spirits

Overview
The Level 3 Award gives comprehensive coverage of wines and spirits, with an increased focus on tasting technique and on the application of the knowledge gained.

It is a prerequisite for candidates planning to study for the WSET Level 4 Diploma in Wines and Spirits qualification.

Advanced Key Skills (813KB)

Level 3 Award in Wine and Spirits Specification 2011-12 (4254KB)

Qualification objective:
Provide a core knowledge of the wide range of wines and spirits
around the world to equip those in a supervisory capacity with
the authority and confidence to make informed decisions in a
wide variety of trade situations.Who it is aimed at:

•	People employed in the drinks and hospitality industries in a supervisory capacity, needing core information to advise management and customers with authority and make informed selections of wines and spirits
•	Wine connoisseurs who wish to learn about wines and spirits in a rigorous and structured manner and gain an internationally recognised wine and spirit qualification.

Once you obtain the Level 3 Advanced Certificate you can apply to use the Advanced certified logo. Please download the following form and return to Isabelle Dufton at idufton@wset.co.uk

Advanced Logo Request Form (68KB)

Where to Study?

Around the World

London Wine & Spirit School

Entry Requirements:
Candidates must be over the legal minimum age for the retail purchase of alcoholic beverages in the country where the examination is being held. (Entry requirements may vary according to APP)
Candidates are advised to hold the WSET Level 2 Intermediate Certificate in Wines and Spirits before study for the WSET Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Wines and Spirits.

How to gain the qualification:
You must successfully complete:

•	Unit 1
	•	a multiple choice paper of 50 questions
	•	a question paper requiring short written answers.
•	Unit 2
	•	full written tasting notes on TWO wines

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BS EN ISO 9001:2008
FS 66504

Wine Drinkers Guide 2008 (689KB)

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