WSET Level 2 Award in Wines - Oct

WSET Level 2 Award in Wines - Oct

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WSET's Level 2 Award in Wines is a beginner- to intermediate-level qualification exploring wines, suitable for industry professionals and wine enthusiasts.

This qualification is intended for beginners wishing to learn about a wide range of wines or those seeking to build on the introductory knowledge gained with the WSET Level 1 Award in Wines. You’ll gain knowledge of the principal and regionally important grape varieties of the world, the regions in which they are grown, and the styles of wine they produce. Through a combination of tasting and theory, you’ll explore the factors that impact style and quality and learn how to describe these wines with confidence.

Please note: the classes will take place on three consecutive Saturday sessions, Saturday 11th, 18th and 25th October 2025.


£550 per person to include all course materials, 16 hours of guided study time, all tasting samples (approximately 43 wines), study materials, a two course lunch in our acclaimed restaurant (dietary requirements must be communicated at the time of booking) and exam fees.  

The classes will take place on three consecutive Saturday sessions, Saturday 11th, 18th and 25th October 2025.

Please note
: this course requires at least 11 hours of private study. 

Study Materials: Students will receive the WSET Level 2 Award in Wines course study pack upon arrival at school. This consists of the course text book (a comprehensive guide to the wines of the world), a study guide (complete with maps, example questions, and forms for your own tasting notes) and laminated tasting card.

Course Delivery: The course has a requirement of a minimum of 16 hours of guided study time with an Approved Programme Provider. This is an in-person course, taught at Hambledon Wine Estate, Hampshire. The course begins at 09:15 and finishes at approximately 17:30. 

There will be a maximum of 14 students on each course.

The WSET Level 2 Award in Wines is assessed by a closed-book theory examination of 50 multiple-choice questions, to be completed in 60
minutes. A candidate is required to pass with a minimum mark of 55 per cent. The exam is sat on the last day of the course. 

No prior knowledge is required for this course.

Participation is only available to those over the age of 18. You will need to bring photo id on the day of the course in order to sit the exam. 

Those requiring additional assistance, or who have accessibility concerns,  are invited to contact Hambledon Wine Estate prior to booking.

We operate a no refund policy on all our tours and events.

We do not provide refunds for missed events; reservations can only be moved
once to a different date subject to 2 weeks notice prior to the start date of the booked course. 

We require a minimum number of bookings to run the course and reserve the right to withdraw the course in the event the minimum number of students is not met.  Should this be the case, we will notify you 2 weeks before the course date. 

The WSET 2 Specification can be found here.