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Level 2 · Wines · Online
WSET Level 2 Award in Wines, online
The same qualification as in the classroom, studied from home over about four weeks. An educator to guide you, 12 months of access, and the exam online or in Barcelona. In English or Spanish.
Book this course
€475 incl. 21% IVA
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Who it is for
Is this the right level?
- You know the basics, perhaps from Level 1, and want a recognised qualification you can study around work.
- You work with wine, in a restaurant, a shop or on a yacht, and want to describe and recommend it with confidence.
- You are thinking about more advanced study, such as Level 3.
No formal entry requirements. It is easiest with some basic wine knowledge.
What you will cover
Six things you take away.
- How grapes are grown and wine is made, in more detail
- The main wine styles of the world
- The key grape varieties and how they shape a wine
- How to describe wine with WSET’s shared tasting language
- Sparkling and fortified wines
- How to match wine with food
The facts
Everything you need before you book.
Price
€475 including 21% IVA. Includes the in-person exam in Barcelona. Includes the book (printed or ebook) and the digital certificate from WSET.
Payment
In full when you book.
Group discount
5% off each place for 2, 8% for 3, 10% for 4 to 7, booked together.
Exam
In person in Barcelona, included in the price, or online for €50 extra (English only).
Resit
€195, only if you do not pass or you cancel the exam.
Length
About four weeks of guided study, about 28 hours in all. This varies a lot from person to person: some study faster, some need more time.
Access
Access starts when you book. The 12 months run from your first login.
Lessons
Recorded lessons, so you can watch whenever it suits you.
Language
English or Spanish. The online exam is in English only (WSET rule). If you study in Spanish, you sit the exam in person in Barcelona. In-person exams take place on the last day of our classroom courses: write to us when you are ready and we send you the dates.
Study materials
Choose the printed book or the ebook. The ebook is in English only. We email you its access code as soon as we get it from WSET, within 3 working days at the latest, and it works for 1 year from the day you activate it. Printed books are delivered to you; delivery outside mainland Spain costs extra.
Entry requirements
None formally; easiest with some basic knowledge.
Start
Any time. You get access to the online classroom as soon as you book.
How it runs
Four weeks, at the times that suit you.
You start any time. As soon as you book, you get access to the online classroom, with a suggested weekly plan. You do the work when it suits you and keep access for 12 months.
Guided study
A module a week, with short quizzes and activities so you can see how you are doing.
Tasting at home
Videos on how to taste and how to pair wine with food, and a list of recommended wines with advice on where to buy them. We also offer a wine pack of 12 wines for €200, with a PDF of questions and answers on every wine in it. You can send your tasting notes to your educator for feedback.
An educator to ask
One of our educators guides you through the weeks, answers your questions and gives feedback, much as in a classroom. You also get 2 hours with a private tutor, by video call, to ask your remaining questions.
The exam
At home, or in Barcelona.
To gain the qualification, you pass a closed-book exam of 50 multiple-choice questions. You have 60 minutes and need 55% to pass. Sit it in person in Barcelona at no extra cost, or online for €50 extra (English only), any time within 12 months of booking. The first in-person exam days are 28 February 2027 for English and 21 February 2027 for Spanish. If that classroom course does not run, the exam date can change. Get in touch about other possible dates. If you do not pass, or you cannot sit it, a resit costs €195. You need a computer with a camera, a second device such as a phone, and a quiet room with no posters or images on the walls. An online invigilation programme watches the exam.
Course specification
The official specification.
WSET publishes the official specification for this qualification: the learning outcomes, the exam rules and sample questions. Read it before you book.
WSET Level 2 Award in Wines specification (PDF, English) →
WSET Level 2 Award in Wines specification (PDF, Spanish) →
Systematic Approach to Tasting
How you will describe a wine.
The Systematic Approach to Tasting (SAT) is WSET’s step-by-step method for describing wine. You use it in class and in the tasting practice.
WSET Level 2 Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine, SAT (PDF, English) →
WSET Level 2 Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine, SAT (PDF, Spanish) →
Start
Whenever you like.
Questions
Asked and answered.
Online or classroom?
How is the online course different from the classroom?
The qualification, the topics and the exam are the same. You study on our online platform, following a suggested weekly plan.
How does the online classroom work?
When you enrol, we email you how to log in. You start any time, with a suggested weekly plan, and you do the activities at times that suit you.
How does tasting work online?
The online classroom has a list of recommended wines and where to buy them. Taste along with the videos. Tasting is optional, but we recommend it. Ask us about the wine pack: 12 wines for €200, with a PDF of questions and answers on each one.
Before you book
Is Level 2 right for me?
It is for people who know the basics and want a recognised intermediate qualification, ideally after Level 1 or with some experience. If you already know the regions well, look at Level 3.
How much does it cost?
€475 including 21% IVA. The in-person exam in Barcelona is included; the online exam is €50 extra. A resit, only if you need one, costs €195. Online courses are paid in full when you book.
Which language is the course in?
English or Spanish. The online exam is in English only (WSET rule). If you study in Spanish, you sit the exam in person in Barcelona. In-person exams take place on the last day of our classroom courses: write to us when you are ready and we send you the dates.
Can I pay in instalments?
No. Online courses are paid in full when you book. If you prefer two payments, look at our classroom courses.
Do I have to be a certain age? Does the course involve alcohol?
You must be 18 or over. Every course involves tasting wine, which contains alcohol. You can taste and spit, and you never have to swallow.
What if I need adjustments to take part?
Tell us when you book, or write to us before the course. We arrange reasonable adjustments for the classes and the exam, for example extra time or a different room set-up. Read our reasonable adjustments policy →
What is the cancellation and refund policy?
Online courses are not refunded once booked, because you get access straight away. See the full policy.
Can I get the invoice in a company’s name?
Yes. Tick “I need the invoice in a company’s name” at checkout and fill in the company details. Forgot? Write to us within 14 days of booking.
Study and support
How long do I have access?
Access starts when you book. The 12 months run from your first login.
What support will I get?
An educator supports you throughout the course. Ask whenever something is not clear, and send your tasting notes for feedback.
How much study time should I allow?
The course is planned for three to four weeks. Most people do best studying a little every week, with extra time for revision before the exam.
The exam
Can I sit the exam online?
Yes, for €50 extra. Or sit it in person in Barcelona, which is included in the price. You have 12 months from the day you book to sit it.
What does the exam consist of?
50 multiple-choice questions, closed book. You have 60 minutes and need 55% to pass.
What if I do not pass?
You resit on a later exam date. The resit costs €195 and is charged only if you do not pass or you cancel the exam.
When do I get my certificate?
WSET releases results within 15 working days of receiving the exam papers, which we send straight after your exam. We pass your result on to you straight away, and WSET emails your digital certificate directly to the address you booked with.
In your inbox
Want it in writing?
We email you a one-page summary of this course with the dates, the price and the exam rules, so you can read it in peace or forward it.
A question we have not answered? Ask us. We usually reply within 24 hours on weekdays.
Your teachers
Who guides you.
Michael Salverda
Alex Messianu
What students say
In their words.
What students say
In their words.
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I recently completed the WSET Level 1 Award in Wines on October 4th with Michael as our instructor, and it was a fantastic experience from start to finish. Michael made the course engaging, informative, and perfectly paced for beginners. His deep knowledge of wine, combined … Read more
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Level 2 now, Level 3 next.
Book the WSET Level 2 Award in Wines online and the WSET Level 3 Award in Wines in the classroom together, for €1,812 instead of €1,970. Take Level 3 on any open date within 18 months, at the price you paid. You can pay in up to three parts.
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