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Melbourne Wine School

WSET Level 2 Award in Spirits - Online Course - 12th May - 15th June

WSET Level 2 Award in Spirits - Online Course - 12th May - 15th June

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Start Date: Commencing 12th May

Course Finish: 15th June

Registration Closing Date: 5th May

Class Times: 5 Weeks Online - Study at your own pace

​Examination: June 22nd 2025 @ 12:00pm via Remote Invigilation
(You may also choose a later time, or to sit in person if this doesn't suit)

​Cost: $780.00
(Inclusive of access to the Online Classroom, Study Pack, and Examination)

Course Schedule

The course is based around a five-week, six-module online program with educator support available for this time.
The course modules should be followed in sequential order during this five-week window.
There is a recommendation of six hours study per week to cover the online activities and read the relevant chapters in the textbook.
Regular access and participation in the course online activities is essential for this mode of study.

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Details & Course Information

Course Description:

The course covers the main categories of spirits and liqueurs as well as the influences of production methods on the different styles available in each category. Students will be introduced to our Systematic Approach to Tasting Spirits while also exploring the use of spirits in cocktails. The product knowledge gained on this course will give a significant career advantage to those working with spirits.

What's Included?

Registration Fee Includes:
Access to the WSET Online learning Portal
Access to the Online Portal and all study Materials for up to 12 Months.
Registration & exam fees
WSET Registered Course Educator
PDF WSET Level 2 complete study pack with an exclusive textbook and study workbook

Syllabus:

This course will cover:
How spirits are made
The characteristics of the main styles of spirits and liqueurs
How production methods affect style and quality
The major global spirits brands
Tutored tastings of around 40 spirits and liqueurs
How to taste and describe spirits using the WSET Level 2 Systematic Approach to Tasting Spirits® (SAT)

Certification & Exam:

The certification program concludes with a one-hour, 50 multiple choice examination. Students who earn a passing score of 55% (27 correct answers) will receive a WSET Level 2 Award. Students who earn a score of 70% - 84% pass with Merit. Those who earn a score of 85% or above pass with Distinction.
This is an Online course so this examination is taken Online at a time and date that suits the candidate.

Entry Requirements:

All attendees must be at least 18 years of age.
WSET Level 1 certification is NOT required to take WSET Level 2

Tasting is a highly recommended, but not essential part of studying for this course, and you will need to taste a range of spirits. The list of recommendations can be found inside your online class, along with suggestions on where you can purchase them online.

Receival of Study Materials:

Course materials are available for pick up from Melbourne Wine School, however level 1 Award materials will be provided on the day of the course or in an online format. Should the student wish to attain the course material before their course days, it is the student’s responsibility to ensure that they organise receipt.

Booking Conditions and Course Cancellations:

Transfers:

Transfers of a booking either to another course or applicant are not permitted by Melbourne Wine School. This includes any request to transfer a candidate’s examination date. Melbourne Wine School reserves the right to review requests for a transfer on a case-by-case basis.

Zero Tolerance:

Illness:

In the event of illness such as positive Covid-19 diagnosis, individuals are required to provide a doctor’s certificate. If you are unable to provide certificates, all course fees are waived and you will be treated as a non-attend, and full course fees need to be paid to re-enrol.

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