Description
The WSET® Level 3 Award in Wines provides in-depth knowledge of a wide range of old and new-world wine styles. This is an Advanced level qualification suitable for professionals working in the wine industry as well as experienced consumers. 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.
This qualification has prerequisite requirements. Please see details below.
Assessment - Participation in a WSET two hour and fifteen minutes theory and tasting examination is required in the final session.
What you will learn:
- Key factors in the production of wine: location, grape growing, winemaking, maturation and bottling
- 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
- How to taste wines using the WSET Level 3 Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine® (SAT)
You should read WSET specification document before registration. Further specifications for this course can be accessed by clicking on the WSET® logo.
Custom options including online are available. Please enquire to wineandspirits@tafesa.edu.au
Class Times
Thursdays 6pm - 9pm
12th-26th February, 5th-26th March, 2nd-9th April
16th and 23rd April - 2-week break
30th April, 7th -28th May, 4th June
11th June 2026 - 1 week break
Exam Thursday 18th June 2026
Duration
16 days x 3 hours
Student Visa (500)
Current VISA holders eligible
Class Times
Mondays 9.30am - 3.30pm
27th April, 4th - 25th May, 1st June
8th June - 1 week break
15th June
Exam Monday 22nd June 2026
Duration
8 days x 6 hours
Student Visa (500)
Current VISA holders eligible
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