The Level 3 qualification is designed to give a thorough understanding of the principal wines of the world and their commercial importance in the world market. 

The qualification will assist those who are required to make professional evaluations of wines with regard to their commercial value.

Holders of the WSET level 3 Award in Wines will be able to describe the characteristics of the principle wines and spirits of the world and give information on the key factors influencing style, quality and value.

​This course is suitable for people who are not employed within the drinks industry but wish to learn more about the subject. It is important that potential students appreciate that this course is used by a wide range of professionals as a development course for the drinks industry, and is approached in that way by our tutors.

Registration Fee Includes:

• 32 hours of live classes,
  registration & exam fees
  
• 70+ wines tasted during the program.
  
• WSET Level 3 complete study pack with an exclusive textbook and study workbook

The course assessment is split into two essential units: Unit 1 focuses on your theoretical understanding of the subject and your ability to communicate this, while Unit 2 focuses on your tasting abilities. 

The WSET Level 3 Award in Wines will give a thorough understanding of the world of wine, spread over 2 units and covering topics such as:

Unit 1:
The key factors in the production of wine: location, grape growing, wine making, maturation and bottling
How key factors influence the key characteristics of the principal 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.

Unit 2:
How to taste wines, describe their characteristics and evaluate their quality, using the WSET Level 3 Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine.

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. The Level 3 qualification is designed to give a thorough understanding of the principal wines of the world and their commercial importance in the world market. 

Assessment: 
A multiple choice paper of fifty questions: Pass mark 55%
A short written answer paper of four questions: Pass mark 55%
A tasting examination: Pass mark 55%
Correctly identify two wines and produce a written analysis using WSET level 3 Systematic Approach to Tasting.

Both units are examined in person on the same day, with a short break between the papers.

​Successful completion of the exam will lead to the internationally recognised WSET Level 3 Award in Wines. You will receive a WSET certificate and lapel pin, and will be able to use the associated WSET certified logo.

All attendees must be at least 18 years of age.

WSET Level 2 certification is NOT required to take WSET Level 3, however, it is highly reccomended.

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.

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.