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The WSET Level 1 Award in Beer is a beginner course for those new to formal beer knowledge
- There are no entry requirements or previous experience necessary to take the course
- It can be completed in as little as 1 day
- Suitable for enthusiasts & those starting out their career in hospitality, catering or beer retail
- You’ll explore the main types and styles of beer through sight, smell, and taste, while also gaining the basic skills to describe beers accurately
- We have traditional, classroom based in person WSET Level 1 Award in Beer courses led by one of our expert educators in Manchester
- Alternatively, you can study more at your own pace with an online course. Dates starting every month are available, and you can take the exam online remotely too (subject to minimum technical requirements)
- Find out what you’ll be studying on the course specification here
Who is This Course For?
This is an entry level course giving you a basic grasp of brewing, and the main styles of beer. It is useful for those working in or looking to work for pubs, bars, brewery tap rooms, bottle shops or licenced wholesalers or retailers selling a range of beers. It can also be helpful for younger people looking to start out their careers in the industry.
It’s also suitable for those looking to learn a bit more about beer in a structured way, so they can enhance their enjoyment and appreciation. This makes a great present for the beer enthusiast in your life too.
Additional Information
You don’t need any prior knowledge of beer, but you do need to be over 18 at the time of attendance, as there’s beer tasting involved.
The classroom course is self contained. Everything you need to know will be taught on the day. It ends in a paper based exam in Manchester. If studying the online or self-study options, the exam takes place online. It is a 30 question multiple-choice exam and you must score 70% (21/30) or above to pass. For more details about the online exam, please click here.
WSET Level 1 Award in Beer Courses
Classroom Course
This is a really fun course offered in central Manchester and is run by a WSET Certified Beer Educator. You will be given the WSET Level 1 Study Book containing everything you need to know and we supply the beer that you will be tasting.
You’ll take the paper based exam at the end of the day. And don’t forget: you have free access to our WSET Beer Level 1 Study Guides so you can learn and practice before the day.
WSET Level 1 Award in Beer | Daytime Course | Manchester
From £245.00
Location: 113 Portland Street, Manchester
Duration: 1 day
Next course: February 9, 2025
Time: 10:00am-5:30pm
- WSET Level 1 Study Book
- All tasting samples
- First attempt at WSET Exam
- Certificate and pin badge on successful completion
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WSET Level 1 Award in Beer | Evening Course | Manchester
From £280.00
Location: 113 Portland Street, Manchester
Duration: 3 weeks (1 evening a week)
Next course: No available dates.
Time: 7:00pm-9:00pm
- WSET Level 1 Study Book
- All tasting samples
- First attempt at WSET Exam
- Certificate and pin badge on successful completion
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Online Course
This is a four-week course with multiple start dates and is taught via the WSET Digital Classroom. It’s the same syllabus as the classroom course and you are given weekly activities, but you can study at your own pace. We will provide you with a list of beer to source for the tastings.
You can download your study guide and we provide support via email and Skype (should you wish). The course materials are available for a year after the course has ended.
You also have free access to our WSET Beer Level 1 Study Guides so you can supplement your learning and practice questions before the exam. The exam will take place online and we will register you for a date that suits you.
WSET Level 1 Award in Beer | Online Course (Tasting Samples Not Included)
From £350.00
Location: Online classroom
Duration: 4 weeks
Next course: December 16, 2024
- Access to 4 week guided course on WSET Online Classroom
- PDF download student manual
- You must source your own tasting samples
- Help and support from a certified educator
- First attempt at online exam
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