WSET Online Level 2
Award in Beer
The WSET Level 2 Award in Beer course is for those already in their job and wanting to progress in their beer career and wanting to learn more in a structured approach
The WSET Level 2 Award in Beer course is also for beer enthusiast already with some knowledge of beer, and wanting to learn more in a structured approach
What you'll learn in the Level 2 Beer course
The WSET Level 2 Award in Beer focuses on how key ingredients and production processes influence the style and quality of beer. It will also teach you how to taste, describe and evaluate the quality of beer
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If you’re a beer or hospitality professional, you’ll be able to offer valuable guidance on selection and service to your colleagues and customers. If you’re a beer enthusiast, you’ll know exactly what to look for when choosing beers for any occasion
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The main ingredients used in beer production, how they are processed and their influence on the style of beer produced
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Malt and adjuncts, water, hops and other flavourings, yeast and bacteria
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How beer production influences the style and quality of beer.
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alcoholic fermentation process, brewing process, brewing equipment, beer production options, spontaneous and mixed culture fermentation options
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The key principles and processes involved in the storage and service of beer
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Ideal conditions for storage, packaging and shelf life, service temperatures, glassware, beer on tap, bottled beer, common faults, beer and food
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How over 60 beer styles are produced and labelled and their typical characteristics.
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Malt-driven lagers, malt-driven ales, hop-driven lagers, hop-driven ales, yeast-driven ales, mixed fermentation styles, other speciality beers
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​​Upon completion you’ll gain a recognised qualification and the skills to select, taste and describe beers with confidence
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WSET Level 2
Award in Beer Lapel Pin & Certificate
What's Included
- New WSET Level 2 Study Pack:
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Physical Course Textbook &
Systematic Approach to Tasting Wines (SAT) card
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eBook version of the WSET Level 2 Study Pack usable on multiple devices, viewing license valid for up to a year (no printing available at present)
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- Optional Tasting Tutorial including two beer samples to calibrate your palate, and where you can also collect your Level 2 Beer study pack (unless eBook version chosen)
- 5-Week Online WSET Level 2 Award in Beer course including both local and remote educator support
- WSET Level 2 Award in Beer Exam Fees
- Mock Exam Questions
- Reserved place at the Perth WSET Level 2 Award in Beer exam
- WSET Level 2 Award in Beer Certificate, Lapel pin & use of WSET logo (after passing the exam)
- Graduation Ceremony in a Perth venue, where you are presented with your WSET Level 2 Award in Beer Certificate & Lapel Pin
- A Vinum Vitae Certificate that you can post online (on request)
- Comprehensive, Organised and Efficient Service from the Vinum Vitae WSET Approved Programme Provider​
Entry Requirements
There is no pre-requisite beer knowledge required for this qualification
However, you must be over 18 years of age at the time of booking
Course Delivery
You perform the course by logging into the WSET Online Classroom (login details will be sent by WSET)
The Level 2 Award in Beer has a minimum requirement of 28 hours of study time, including 16 hours of online delivery time with a WSET course provider.
11 hours of personal study and revision,
and a 1-hour examination
Assessment
Assessment is by a closed-book exam of 50 multiple-choice questions within an hour
The basic pass mark is 55%
Special Consideration
If you feel you were at a disadvantage during the exam due to, for example, illness, you can submit a special consideration request to us. We will pass this on to WSET for their assessment. The form (on request) must be sent to Vinum Vitae within 5 working days after your exam date. Please see our APP Policies document for further information.
Exam Re-sit prices:
Level 2 paper-based re-sit $180
Level 2 RI-based re-sit $250
Online WSET Level 2 Award in Beer Course Information
For more information please download the documents below
Courses and Dates
WSET Online Level 2 Award in Beer
Starting November 2024
Course Code:
Enrolment Closes:
Tasting Tutorial:
Start Date:
Finish Date:
Exam Date & Time:
Exam Results:
Price:
O2BE2504
30/10/24 18:00
10/11/24 14:15
11/11/24
15/12/24
11/01/25 13:00
or via RI Exams
takes 4-5 weeks
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$799
Starting December 2024
Course Code:
Enrolment Closes:
Tasting Tutorial:
Start Date:
Finish Date:
Exam Date & Time:
Exam Results:
Price:
O2BE250x
xx/10/24 18:00
xx/10/24 13:00
xx/11/24
xx/11/24
xx/11/24 13:00
or via RI Exams
takes 4-5 weeks
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$799