Study for the industry-leading WSET Diploma on Saturdays, ideal for those who prefer to attend classes at the weekend.
Event details
33 Saturdays, split into four blocks
The Level 4 Diploma in Wines
WSET's flagship Diploma will arm you with specialist-level understanding of the world of wine. Diploma graduates are recognised throughout the world as authoritative wine experts. The course not only develops advanced product knowledge but will also hone your research and analysis abilities, skills which will continue to be hugely valuable to you in the future whether you're in the trade or a serious enthusiast.
For more details about the Diploma course content, please see the WSET Level 4 Diploma in Wines course page.
Continuous delivery
These study options allow you to enrol on one single course that covers all six units of the Diploma. Only one enrolment is required for the whole course and you will learn alongside the same classmates throughout.
Saturday course
Ideal for those who prefer to attend classes at the weekend. Delivered between 10:00am-2:30pm, you’ll still get most of the weekend to yourself. This format makes it possible to complete the Diploma in just over a year, but to do so successfully it is important that you are able to dedicate a great deal of hours towards classroom and private study during this time.
Attendance and examinations
Attendance dates
5 September - 3 October 2020
D1: 5 Saturdays
17-31 October 2020
D2: 3 Saturdays
7–21 November 2020
D4: 3 Saturdays
28 November – 19 December 2020
D5: 4 Saturdays
30 January – 5 June 2021
D3: 18 Saturdays
Examination and assignment dates:
17 October 2020
D1 Examination
20 January 2021
D2 Examination
20 January 2021
D4 & D5 Examinations
October 2021 (date TBC)
D3 Theory Examination
October 2021 (date TBC)
D3 Tasting Examination
January 2022 (date TBC)
D6 Research Assignment due
Booking conditions and delivery of materials
Eligibility requirements
This course is only available to those who have passed the WSET Level 3 Award in Wines (previously known as the WSET Level 3 Award in Wines and Spirits or WSET Advanced Certificate). We do not accept any other previous learning for enrolment on this course.
Please be sure that you hold this qualification before you book, as failure to meet these requirements may result in loss of booking and an administrative cancellation fee.
Study materials:
All study materials for the WSET Level 4 Diploma in Wines are digital only, meaning you can take them with you wherever you go on your phone, laptop or tablet. You will receive access to your online course materials at least one month prior to the course start date.
English language skills
While many people successfully complete the Diploma in their second or third language, a strong grasp of written English is required for this course - assessment for the Diploma requires an ability to write long- and short-form answers.
Students whose first language is not English are recommended to have an IELTS score of 6.5 or above or be able to demonstrate an equivalent ability level. If you have any concerns about your English language skills, please don't hesitate to get in touch.
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