Wine And Spirits Educational Trust - Level 1
(SCQF level 4)
Events, Hospitality and Tourism, Hospitality and Leisure
Mode of Study
Part-time
Start Date
11th Nov 2024,
Location
City Campus
Cost
£ 178
Overview
The WSET Level 1 is a beginner-level introduction to wine, suitable for those starting a career in Hospitality, studying for a Hospitality qualification or simply pursuing an interest in wine.
This course provides a hands-on introduction to the world of wine. You’ll explore the main types and styles of wine through sight, smell, and taste, while also gaining the basic skills to describe wines accurately and make food and wine pairings.
The course fee includes tuition, wine tasting, examination fee, certificate and lapel badge. You will be awarded the WSET level 1 certificate when you successfully pass the exam.
Examination - 45 minute multiple choice examination paper at the end of the course/day.
Entry requirements
Minimum entry requirements
- An interest in wine - professionally or as a hobby.
What you study
- The main types and styles of wine.
- Common wine grapes and their characteristics.
- How to store and serve wine.
- The principles of food and wine pairing.
- How to describe wine.
After the course
Careers
You may wish to continue your journey by undertaking the WSET Level 2 Award in Wine on an evening basis. Please contact kirsty.mill@cityofglasgowcollege.ac.uk for further information on dates for this course.
Teaching
How the course is taught
This is a one-day course taught over 6 hours (9am – 5pm) with a 45 min multiple choice exam (4pm- 5pm) on the same day as the course.
Assessment methods
45 min multiple-choice exam at the end of the course (same day).
Alternative Dates and Times
| Days(s) | Time | Dates | Duration | Duration | Course |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 9:00 - 17:00 | 3rd Mar 2025 - 3rd Mar 2025 | 1 week | 1 day | View » |
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Mode of Study:
Part-time
Part-time
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Start Date:
11th Nov 2024 , 1 day
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Day(s):
Monday
Time:9:00 - 17:00
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Location:
City Campus
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Cost:
£ 178