WSET® Level 2 Award in Wines
（Online Course）
WSET Level2 Award in Wines Online Course Public Demo
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About the Course
The course covers the major grape varieties, regions of the world, food and wine pairing, sparkling wines, fortified wines and the major spirits over a period of five weeks.
What level of knowledge will I need to start this course?
You will not need any formal qualification just an enthusiasm for the subject and willingness to learn. This course is ideal for anyone wishing to be introduced to wine in an informative and structured manner and is suitable for both the enthusiast and those entering or already working in wine and hospitality business requiring good level of product knowledge.
How does it work?
The course is based around a 5-week, 6-module online programme with a recommendation of 6 hours study per week to cover the online activities and read the relevant chapters in the textbook. Regular access and participation in the course online activities is essential for this mode of study.
The course follows a weekly structure, but it allows the student to work ahead or catch up on the activities and forums. There are no set times to log into the course as there are no live chats or webinars.
The student can contact the educator any time for the duration of the scheduled course, should they have any questions. Each week includes a series of independent activities to help students understand wine label terminology and recognise the styles produced by the main grape varieties in key wine regions.
All our online qualification courses are designed to be interactive making learning more accessible and engaging. The course utilises social media to allow students to study alongside their peers under the guidance of a WSET tutor.
Students will be asked to taste and write notes on eight general styles of wines which your tutor will then help you to structure using the systematic approach to tasting.
Where do I get the wines?
The course has a tasting activity each week where you will be required to post your notes. Students should be advised to taste a range of wines during their studies. A list of recommended tasting samples can be found in the specification.
Exam
This course is assessed with a 1 hour written paper consisting of 50 multiple choice questions. The pass mark is 55% and is the last session of each course.
- Please note: the exam is NOT online.
- 認定試験はオンラインではなく、キャプラン ワインアカデミーの試験会場にてご受験いただきます。
Exam Date
【Tokyo】
March 30 TUE 2027
March 31 WED 2027
April 2 FRI 2027
April 3 SAT 2027
【Osaka】
April 3 SAT 2027
【Nagoya】
March 24 WED 2027
Course fee only
70,400 yen(tax included)
Early bird 64,900 yen(tax included)
【5,500 JPY OFF】
＊Discount available only for those who apply by Tuesday, September 8th.
Course fee + Intensive tasting／Optional
99,000 yen(tax included)
Early bird 93,500 yen(tax included)
【5,500 JPY OFF】
＊Discount available only for those who apply by Tuesday, September 8th.
This option includes an intensive wine tasting of 20+ wines with one of our Certified Educators.
The tasting will be conducted in Japanese.
このオプションには、当校のWSET認定講師によるワイン20種類以上の集中テイスティングが含まれます。
テイスティングは日本語で行われます。
集中テイスティング【東京】
2027年2月28日(日)、13:00～18:00
集中テイスティング【大阪】
- The course fee includes the textbook fee and the examination fee, plus the certificate and the badge once the exam is passed
- Students attending for the first time a course at Caplan Wine Academy need to pay 5,500 yen for registration, tax included.
- Please note that we cannot refund the fee once you pay.
Application flow／お申し込みの流れ
Once you have been registered, WSET London will send you an email inviting you to join the online class. Textbooks will be sent to your registered address approximately one week prior to the start of the online class.
登録が済むと、WSETロンドン本校よりオンラインクラスに参加するためのご案内メールが送信されてスタートです。テキストはオンライン講座開始1週間前迄を目途にご登録のご住所宛てにお送りいたします（※送付テキストは英語になります）。
コース開始日
2026 October Course（O2WI2706APP）
Mon October 12th 2026 – Sun November 15th 2026
2026 November Course（O2WI2708APP）
Mon November 9th 2026 – Sun December 13th 2026
2027 January Course（O2WI2710APP）
Mon January 4th 2027 – Sun February 7th 2027
Course Structure
Module 1
– Wine and the consumer –
Recall how to use the WSET’s Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine® and Level 2 Wine-Lexicon to assess and evaluate the quality of a wine.
Understand the key principals and processes involved in the storage and service of wine, and in the pairing of food and wine.
Module 2
– Factors affecting quality and style –
Understand the environmental influences and grape-growing options in the vineyard and how these will impact the style and quality of wine.
Understand how winemaking and bottle ageing influence the style and quality of wine.
Module 3
– Still white wine varieties –
Understand how environmental influences, grape-growing options, winemaking and bottle ageing influence the style and quality of wines made from the principal white grape varieties.
Know the style and quality of wines produced from regionally important white grape varieties.
Module 4
– Still red wine varieties –
Understand how environmental influences, grape-growing options, winemaking and bottle ageing influence the style and quality of wines made from the principal red grape varieties.
Know the style and quality of wines produced from regionally important red grape varieties.
Module 5
– Sparkling and fortified wines –
Understand how the production process can influence the styles of sparkling and fortified wines.
Module 6
– Revision and feedback questionnaire –
There is a mock multiple choice test to complete.
Application
Early Bird Offer Until Sept. 8
＼SAVE ¥5,500／
Important Notes for Course Attendance
Please be sure to read the following carefully before applying for or attending a course.
This course is subject to the New Cancellation Policy.
In some courses, materials may be shipped in advance. Please ensure that your address is up to date and accurate, including your room or apartment number.
- If delivery is returned due to an incomplete or incorrect address, the materials will be provided on the day of the course or resent with shipping fees charged to the recipient. Thank you for your understanding.
2026 October Course（O2WI2706APP）
Start Date : Mon October 12th 2026
Finish Date : Sun November 15th 2026Deadline: September 27th, 2026
2026 November Course（O2WI2708APP）
Start Date : Mon November 9th 2026
Finish Date : Sun December 13th 2026Deadline: October 25th, 2026
2027 January Course（O2WI2710APP）
Start Date : Mon January 4th 2027
Finish Date : Sun February 7th 2027Deadline: December 20th, 2026
