WSET Level 1 Award in Wines – online study
This option allows you to study for the WSET Level 1 Award in Wines through an online classroom under the guidance of One Foot in the Grapes. If you’re a wine enthusiast, or starting out in the hospitality industry, this course gives you the basics for your wine journey. At the end of the course you will:
- Understand the key stages in grape growing and winemaking
- Know the types, characteristics and styles of wines made from the principal grape varieties and other examples of wines.
- Know the key principles and practices involved in the storage and service of wine.
- Here is the full qualification specification
When will the course start?
The WSET has regular course dates across the year. However One Foot in the Grapes organises bespoke courses which will take place on a rolling basis as soon as the minimum numbers of students are attained. Get in touch and we’ll explain. We’re also able to offer bespoke group courses for trade and hospitality businesses with paper exams in Liverpool city centre.
The next courses:
There is a range of online wine course dates now available up to the end of June 2021.
Read the full list of dates here
Online exam can be arranged – contact us here for more details
How long does it take?
This qualification has a minimum requirement of six hours’ study time across four weeks. Our classes are delivered in English.
How much does it cost?
The online version of the WSET Level 1 Award in Wines course is £120. The paper exam is included in the £120 if you take it in person with One Foot in the Grapes in Liverpool city centre. Wine tasting samples are not covered by the fee.
However, if you can’t get to Liverpool, we can organise an online exam (see below) at an additional cost.
How do you pass?
You would sit a 45 minute closed-book exam of 30 multiple-choice questions. To pass, you need to achieve 70% or more. The paper exam will take place in Liverpool city centre.
Exam dates in Liverpool will be published here, subject to Covid restrictions. Until then, each student’s requirements will be discussed as a bespoke arrangement.
The exam date for each online course is confirmed at the beginning of each course and students notified.
The WSET team marks the exam papers and One Foot in the Grapes will let you know if you have been successful. If you pass, you’ll receive a WSET certificate and also a lapel pin.
Ofqual regulate this qualification.
Online exam
There is an option to take the exam online. This is useful if you’re unable to travel into Liverpool or live outside the region. There’s an additional charge of £20 for an online exam. The price for a WSET Level 1 Award in Wines award with an online exam is £140. We will agree the date of the online exam at the time of registration, at a time to suit you. There are certain technical requirements (check here) and before choosing an online exam we recommend you contact us and we’ll explain the options.
Here’s a short video explaining how online exams work.
Do you need any qualifications?
There are no entry requirements. You must be 18 to take part in the winetasting; but if you are underage that does not stop you taking part in the theory sessions and sitting the examination. Our classes are delivered in English.
How will it work?
You’ll follow seven online modules. There will be guided support available during this time from One Foot in the Grapes. There will be an order to the modules, but you can complete them at your own pace. The study should take about six hours in total to complete, plus any revision time. You work at a pace and a time to suit you. One Foot in the Grapes will invite you to occasional informal, informative, video calls but they are not compulsory.
The seven modules:
- What is wine and how is it made?
- Types and styles of wine
- Introduction to tasting
- Grape varieties and wines
- Storage and service of wines
- Pairing food and wines
- Revision
Tasting wine
You’ll learn to taste and describe wine using the WSET Level 1 Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine® (SAT). To fully enjoy and understand the modules, One Foot in the Grapes advises that you should try at least six wines. You will buy these for the online course and we can offer recommendations to source from retailers. As an option, you can also buy wine sample boxes, each box containing six 2oml bottles of wine. This samples provider has the approval of the WSET.
Preparation
There is no need to prepare anything before starting your WSET Level 1 Award in Wines course. However you can read the qualification specification which will help you understand what to expect.
Terms and conditions
Please read the terms and conditions before booking the course.
Contact
By all means contact Jane Clare of One Foot in the Grapes if you have any questions.