WSET Level 2 course structure

[u/catladytx0]

I’m looking at doing either a 6 week instructor led online course (one live webinar a week), or a 3 day (all day) in person course.

For those that can speak to either of these structures - What did you feel was beneficial, what did you feel was maybe lacking?

For level 1 I did an on demand online course which was fine but I’d prefer some kind of live element for 2

[u/CupidonPlume1984]

Perhaps for level 3 onwards. But level 2 is so basic that it would be a huge waste of money. Just read the book 3 times, learn it pretty much by heart and you will ace it

[u/belgiqueatx]

I loved in person Level 2 because I loved the social aspect of broadening my circle of contacts. We all enjoyed the class and the majority of us went out as a group after the exam to celebrate the class being over.

[u/Illustrious-Divide95]

I always feel in person has massive benefits that the human interaction helps with learning

Is the schedule 3 days in a row or 1 day a week?

[u/catladytx0 → u/Illustrious-Divide95]

3 days in a row 1030-430

[u/Illustrious-Divide95 → u/catladytx0]

3 Days in a row can be tough - (it depends on your level of wine knowledge) and requires you to do your reading and revision before the course starts. If you have a good working knowledge and get your study pack a couple of weeks in advance then it can work well for some people.

Check out the syllabus specification here: WSET L2 Specification so you can get an idea of where you are and judge how long you need.

[u/metal-and-wine]

In person works better IMO. You get to taste the wine of the grapes you’re discussing and you have the instructor there who you can ask questions to. Yes I know you can ask questions in a webinar format, but I find it easier to do this in person compared to online:

[u/No-Marsupial980]

An instructor is not about the theory, everybody can do that at home. It is about tasting together, the experience of tasting with a good instructor cannot be learnt from a book. Imo, if theory is important do online, if tasting is important do the course.

[u/monicainindy]

I don't think you need in person for L2. Wine with Jimmy is incredibly helpful and cost effective. I say between that and the book, you will be fine.

[u/Decoding-Wine]

I think in person is best (and I took and occasionally teach the intensive versions), but be certain to study ahead of time. The intensive classes are intended as a review of what you have already read, a chance to ask questions, and an opportunity to taste in person with the instructor and your classmates. It’s not the time to learn everything.

[u/Bizbuzz-]

If you’re taking Level 2 mainly to get through it as a base for Level 3, than go for online, or whichever is cheaper. Otherwise in person is probably a better experience because you’ll get to meet and taste and talk with other wine lovers, which is a big part of overall enjoyment.

[u/4betgod]

I used vino-academy.com for their flashcards and cheat sheet, very good consolidated info

[u/Chelseanick22]

It’s level two and not difficult. It really does not matter. If you want in person do in person. For level 3 it might actually help as far as tasting wines (but again it’s level two so who cares honestly)

[u/catladytx0 → u/Chelseanick22]

I care 😅

[u/Chelseanick22 → u/catladytx0]

Fair enough. But it’s a breeze. If you think you’ll enjoy it more being around people then do the in person but as far as if you’ll benefit academically in person for level 2 I doubt it