Overview
The WSET® Level 2 Award in Wines is our most popular course. It will teach you about the key grape varieties grown around the world and the different styles of wine produced. It will also introduce the Systematic Approach to Wine Tasting which will be followed when tasting each wine.
This qualification is intended for beginners wishing to learn about a wide range of wines or those seeking to build on the introductory knowledge gained with the WSET Level 1 Award in Wines. You’ll gain knowledge of the principal and regionally important grape varieties of the world, the regions in which they are grown, and the styles of wine they produce. Through a combination of tasting and theory, you’ll explore the factors that impact style and quality and learn how to describe these wines with confidence.
WSET® Level 2 Award in Wines Online
Each course has a set start and finish date, with clear guidelines on progression, however there are no fixed times to log-on as there is no "live" delivery of content. Students can complete their learning at times that suit them. Students will learn through a range of independent and/or group activities supported by videos and quizzes, designed to achieve the required learning outcomes to prepare for the examination. Throughout the course, students will have access to a subject-specialist educator who’ll provide feedback on any assigned exercises and respond to course-related queries.
WSET's Level 2 Award in Wines is a beginner- to intermediate-level qualification exploring wines, suitable for industry professionals and wine enthusiasts.
Not sure where to start with your WSET® study journey? Take our short quiz here to help you determine whether to start with WSET® Level 1 Award in Wines or WSET® Level 2 Award in Wines.
Once you have completed the online study, you MUST complete the 60 min exam at one of our face-to-face classes at Media One Hotel, Media City, Dubai on the following dates:
Online Course Dates Available
Dates: 10 November - 14 December (5 weeks)
Exam date: 23 November 2025. Registrations close: 31 October 2025
Dates: 5 January - 8 February (5 weeks)
Exam date: 1 March 2026. Registrations close: 26 December 2025
Dates: 2 March - 5 April (5 weeks)
Exam date: 6 April 2026. Registration close: 20 February 2026
Dates: 11 May - 14 June (5 weeks)
Exam date: 28 June 2026. Registration close: 30 April 2026
Dates: 20 July - 23 August (5 weeks)
Exam date: 30 August 2026. Registration close: 10 July 2026
Your Online Educator
Your educator will be there to guide you through your learning. They will give feedback and guidance on your tasks and tasting notes. You are also welcome to contact them directly via the course 'Chat' or 'Inbox' at any point during the course. After this four week course finishes, your educator will no longer be available to assist you.
Topics Covered
Wine and the consumer
Learn to taste and describe wines using the WSET® Systematic Approach to Tasting.
Discover the key considerations when pairing food and wine successfully.
Learn the processes and principles of wine storage and service.
Factors Affecting Wine Style & Quality
Learn how the environmental and winemaking factors influence the style and quality of the wine.
Learn the meaning of labelling terms related to vine age and grape-growing options.
Still Red Wine Varieties
Learn how the environmental and winemaking factors influence the principal and regionally important black grape varieties, how they influence the style and quality of the wines produced.
Learn the meaning of labelling terms indicating style and quality.
Still White Wine Varieties
Learn how the environmental and winemaking factors influence the principal and regionally important white grape varieties, how they influence the style and quality of the wines produced.
Learn the meaning of labelling terms indicating style and quality.
Sparkling and fortified wines
Understand how the production process can influence the styles of sparkling and fortified wines.
Revision and feedback questionnaire
There is a mock multiple choice test to complete.
Included in this course
All tuition and access to WSET’s online portal
All course materials including:
WSET® Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine card
136 page Level 2 Work Book
83 page Level 2 Course Book
Exam Fees
Domestic courier costs for your lapel pin
WSET Digital Certificate and metal Lapel Pin when you pass
Exam
You have one hour to complete the exam which comprises 50 multi-choice questions and a pass mark of 55%.
Below are the results you can attend and the marks required.
Pass with Distinction 85% and above
Pass with Merit Between 70% and 84%
Pass Between 55% and 69%
Fail Between 45% and 54%
Fail unclassified 44% and below
As with every WSET® exam around the world, the exam papers are sent to WSET® in London, UK to be marked to ensure global continuity with the results.
Results are normally known up to 4 weeks later. WSET® inform us by email and as soon as we know we will inform you by email. The certificate and metal lapel pin for successful candidates will follow from London, UK shortly afterwards.
If you are unsuccessful, you are able to retake the exam without having to retake the course if you do not wish to. The cost to resit the exam is currently 650 AED. Please contact us for potential dates.