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The WSET Level 2 Beer is an intermediate level course. You don’t need to have taken Level 1, however it does build on it and provides a clear pathway for further learning.
- You do not need any previous experience, but it is suitable for industry professionals and those with a really keen interest in beer who have some existing knowledge already (it is much less basic than the Level 1)
- This course 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
- You’ll be able to talk about beer confidently & become a recognised expert!
- We have traditional, classroom based in person WSET Level 2 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 a more in depth, intermediate course. However, you do not need any previous experience or be required to pass the Level 1 before enrolling.
You will learn about a wide range of beers. You’ll also learn how to confidently describe beers having tasted over 60 samples and understand the factors that impact their style and quality.
It is useful for those working in or looking to work for pubs, bars, brewery tap rooms, brewery sales, 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 accessible for really keen enthusiastic consumers looking to increase their formal knowledge to make better buying decisions, or those people wanting to build on the knowledge from their Level 1 course.
Additional Information
You need to be 18+ at the start of the course, as there’s beer tasting involved.
Students will be required to undertake at least 12 hours of private study in addition to the classroom sessions, in order to complete the qualification successfully.
The classroom course ends in a 50 question multiple-choice exam which lasts for one hour. You must score 55% (28/50) or above to pass.
Those who pass will get a certificate and lapel pin and the right to use the associated WSET Certified logo. For more details about the course & what you’ll be learning click here.
WSET Level 2 Award in Beer Courses
Classroom Course
Our WSET classroom courses take place in central Manchester. They are run by a WSET Certified Beer Educator. You will be given the WSET Beer Level 2 Study Guide, a manual and a specification and SAT tasting card.
We supply the beers that you will be tasting – there are over 60.
You’ll take the paper based exam at the end of the final session. And don’t forget: you have free access to our WSET Level 2 Award in Beer Study Guides so you can consolidate your learning and practice before the day.
WSET Level 2 Award in Beer | Daytime Course | Manchester
From £500.00
Location: 113 Portland Street, Manchester
Duration: 3 weeks
Next course: March 2, 2025
Time: 10:00am-5:30pm
- WSET Level 2 study pack
- In person tuition with one of our Educators
- All tasting samples
- First attempt at WSET exam in Manchester
- Certificate and pin badge on successful completion
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WSET Level 2 Award in Beer | Evening Course | Manchester
From £500.00
Location: 113 Portland Street, Manchester
Duration: 9 weeks (1 evening a week)
Next course: No available dates.
Time: 7:00pm-9:00pm
- WSET Level 2 study pack
- In person tuition with one of our Educators
- All tasting samples
- First attempt at WSET exam in Manchester
- Certificate and pin badge on successful completion
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WSET Level 2 Award in Beer | Condensed 3 Day Course | Manchester
From £500.00
Location: 113 Portland Street, Manchester
Duration: 3 days
Next course: February 25, 2025
Time: 10:00am-5:30pm
- WSET Level 2 study pack
- In person tuition with one of our Educators
- All tasting samples
- First attempt at WSET exam in Manchester
- Certificate and pin badge on successful completion
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Online Course
This is a five-week course with a choice of 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 will be sent the WSET Award in Beer Level 2 Study Guide, a manual and a specification and SAT tasting card. 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 Award in Beer Level 2 study guides so you can consolidate your learning and practice before the day. The exam is online, and we will register you for a date that suits you.
WSET Level 2 Award in Beer | Online Course (Tasting Samples Not Included)
From £565.00
Location: WSET digital classroom
Duration: 5 weeks
Next course: February 3, 2025
- Modular, guided 5 week course taught via the WSET’s Online Classroom
- WSET Level Beer 2 student pack posted to any UK mainland address (you will be provided with a digital copy if ordering from outside the UK)
- You must source tasting samples yourself
- First attempt at the online exam
- Help and support from a WSET Certified Educator by email or Zoom, if needed
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