WSET Online Qualifications

Study these highly regarded qualifications in the comfort of your own home, at your own pace.

The WSET Awards Online covers the same syllabus as the classroom course, but through a supported Online Classroom.

Through a combination of tasting and theory, you will explore the factors that impact style and quality and learn how to describe these wines with confidence.

Because we now have the option of remote invigilation, this is perfect for anyone living in regional Australia. Read more about remote invigilation.

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There is a minimum amount of required study per week, depending on the course which is recommended to successfully complete the course.  Regular access and participation is essential. 

Because we now have the option of remote invigilation, this is perfect for anyone living in regional Australia. Read more about remote invigilation.

We STRONGLY recommend students to download and read the course specifications of all courses prior to booking, as well as the WSET RI Candidate Quick Guide here to ensure that the Technical Requirements are met.

Click Here to view the RI Guide

Course Details and Information

Description

These courses are WSET certified programs, offered by Melbourne Wine School, one of the most experienced providers of WSET certifications in Melbourne, covering wines and spirits of the world. 

These are designed for a mix of enthusiasts and professionals alike.

What's Included

Registration Fee Includes:

  • Live or Online class sessions
    Registration & exam fees
  • Many wines and spirits to taste during the program
  • WSET study packs with an exclusive textbook and study workbook

Syllabus

Each course will hava their own unique session plans and syllabus. Check their home page for more information.

Certification & Exam

The Wine & Spirit Education Trust, or WSET, was founded in London in 1969 and is regarded as one of the world's leading providers of wine education.

Most certification program concludes with a multiple choice examination. Check each certification for information on their respective exam and exam related queries.

Requirements

All attendees must be at least 18 years of age.

WSET Level 1 certification is NOT required to take WSET Level 2

WSET Level 2 certification is NOT required to take WSET Level 3

Booking Conditions and Course Cancellations

Bookings are not secured until full payment is received, and the enrolment form completed and returned to Melbourne Wine School. Bookings will only be accepted on valid forms with a signed and dated student declaration.

Course bookings willclose 15 workingdays prior to the course commencement date.

Cancellations for bookings on any Melbourne Wine School WSET courses are refundable up to 20 working days prior to the course start date. An administration fee of $75.00 plus the full cost of the study materials supplied will be deducted and the remainder of the course fee refunded.

Should a student wish to return their study materials, they must be returned unopened before a refund can be issued, although a $75.00 administration fee will apply.

Occasionally, due to lack of demand or other unforeseen circumstances, a scheduled course may have to be cancelled by Melbourne Wine School. Affected students will be given appropriate notice in the event of the cancellation of their course. Students will be offered a place on an alternative course if available, or a refund of their booking fees.

In the event of a course cancellation, students will have up to 12 months to attend a new course. If a student fails to attend a course within this timeframe, Melbourne Wine School will consider the student to be a “no-show” and their course fees will be forfeit.

Zero Tolerance

Melbourne Wine School has a zero-tolerance policy for threatening behaviour or acts of aggression and violence, physical or verbal, towards our members of our staff. Any violation of the policy will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination or removal from any course without refund.