WSET Level 3 Wines Course

WSET Level 3 葡萄酒第三級認證課程 專為資深葡萄酒熱愛者及餐飲管理人員而設， 課程深入每一個單元，全面分析並了解全球產區的各款葡萄酒風格，提高對葡萄酒及烈酒的品質分辨能力，豐富你的品評經驗，專業的品酒技巧，更能令你於社交及應酬中一展所長。

Course Content (15 Sessions, 3 hours each)
Session Plans
• Course induction and tasting technique
• Natural factors and human influences in the vineyard
• Human influences in the winery
• Germany and Austria
• Alsace and Loire
• Bordeaux and South West France
• Burgundy
• Beaujolais and the northern Rhône Valley
• Southern Rhône and the south of France
• Spain
• Northern Italy
• Central and southern Italy
• Other European countries and regions
• Australia and New Zealand
• USA and Canada
• Argentina, South Africa and Chile
• Sparkling Wines
• Fortified Wines

PROGRAMME OUTLINE 
• The key factors in the production of wine: location, grape growing, winemaking, maturation and bottling
• Major wine production countries of the world
• Sparkling Wines and Fortified Wines of the world
• How to apply your understanding to explain wine style and quality
• How to taste wines, describe their characteristics and evaluate their quality, using the WSET Level 3 Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine® (SAT)

**In order to help students better grasp the key points and skills of the exam, we have specially arranged 2 more classes**
A total of 6 hours [Exam Intensive Reading and Practice Class] to help students improve their passing rate in the exam

WSET Level 3 Exam
Exam type: Written exam + blind taste test
Exam time: 2.5 hours (2 hours written test + 30 minutesBlind taste test)
After completing the course and passing the exam, you will receive the WSET Level 3 certification and badge.

The written test is divided intoTwoPart :
Part One: 50 Multiple Choice Questions (MC)
Part Two: 4 long questions, each worth 25 points 
Qualification requirements: 55% or above (including the first and second parts)

Blind taste test section :
Exam format: Tasting two wines (1 red wine; 1 white wine) 
Qualification requirements: above 55%

Final score:
Get Pass: Between 55% – 64%
Get Pass with Merit: Between 65% – 79%
獲得 Pass with Distinction:  80% 以上

Students must pass both the WSET Level 3 written test and the blind taste test before they can obtain the WSET Level 3 Certification Certificate and Badge

**The college will provide students with Mock Exam Paper to improve the passing rate**

WSET Level 3 Course Specification (Wines)
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Duration 39 hours of course + 6 hours of exam intensive reading class, total 45 hours

The course includes:
The course includes course materials, handouts Exam fees and tasting of 82 different wines
*Students who have attended classes at other colleges and want to re-study will receive a 20% discount! *

Course Fee:
HK$9,300
The course consists of a total of 15 sessions, with each session being 3 hours long. The total course duration is 45 hours.
(Students who fail the exam and want to re-study can re-study at a half-price discount)

(Address: 11th Floor, Wai Hing Building, 148 Prince Edward Road West, Kowloon, Hong Kong)
(Upstairs of Famous Jewel Restaurant, just a few minutes’ walk from Exit B1 of Prince Edward MTR Station)

Course discounts
**Sign up 1 week before the course start date and receive a 5% discount (discounted price HK$8,835)**
Sign up 2 weeks before the course start date and receive a 10% discount (discounted price HK$8,370)
For groups of 3 or more participants who sign up together, a 10% discount is available (discounted price HK$8,370)
If you qualify for both of the above discounts, an additional 15% discount is available (discounted price HK$7,905)

Timetable
** The next course is under preparation, interested parties can call (2391 5688 / 9037 9589 Mr. Yuan), or contact via Whatsapp (9037 9589Mr. Yuan) Query

• The minimum age to enroll in the course is 18 years.
• The wine tasting session will be held in ordinary tasting portions, and our academy will carefully select wines that are representative of the terroir for tasting, so that students can more easily understand the styles and characteristics of each wine-producing region.
• Courses will be mainly taught in Cantonese with English as an aid. Textbooks and exams are all English-based.
• The application deadline is generally two weeks before the exam date.
• Due to the urgency of our courses, please arrive at the center on time to participate in each class or exam.
• All course registrations, reservations and discounts are subject to deposit and transfer.
• Once the course degree is confirmed by tuition payment, there will be no refunds (including classes postponed due to the epidemic).
• The above course timetable is for reference only and will not be changed under normal circumstances. However, if there are any changes (for example, if it needs to be postponed due to the epidemic), the timetable on the college's website shall prevail. Students are asked to confirm the class time again before the start of the course. The college reserves the right of final decision.
• Make-up class arrangements:Students need to contact the college to inquire about the make-up class arrangements. All make-up class arrangements are based on waiting positions. If the class is full, students who make up the class need to wait for the next class. The school reserves the right to make the final decision. In addition, if students need to be absent from a certain class, they need to notify us in writing/email/telephone three days in advance to request leave, otherwise the student will lose the opportunity to make up the class. The college will try its best to arrange for the student to make up the class in the same class in other classes. If the class schedule has Our college will not notify you of any changes. Students who need to make up classes should contact the college to confirm the make-up time. Thank you.

1. 1. Please contact our school first to make an appointment (2391 5688 / 9037 9589 Mr. Yuan)
   2. Fill in theonline registration application form
      
      >> online registration application form <<
   3. Please remit the payment toHSBCinstitute account.
      Bank account: Hong Kong Sommelier & Bartender Training College Limited Account number: 098-860026-001 
      Account number: 098-860026-001

      **If you want to deposit with FPS**
      FPS ID：112264916
      Name :Hong Kong Sommelier & Bartender Training College Limited

   4. Please note that after remittance, please sendcopy of input paperandName (if you are using online banking, please capture the picture and enter the number record)

      a. Send via email to info@www.hksbtc.com
      b. or via WhatsApp Send the form to my mobile phone: 9037 9589 (Mr. Yuan )

   ****Remarks: If the class size is insufficient, we will notify you of a change in class date or offer a refund.:  If there are not enough people in each class, we will notify you of the class date or you will be given a refund.
   For inquiries or enrollment, please contact Mr. Yuen.: Please contact Mr. Yuan 9037 9589

WSET students at all levels should read the college’s enrollment rules carefully before registering.

Under normal circumstances, the college is unable to provide refunds for those who are absent from any class (except under certain special circumstances, which will be considered and determined by the college).

1. Do students have special class arrangements?
   The college welcomes anyone to apply for WSET courses at all levels. If special arrangements are needed, such as arranging wheelchair seats, examination venues and lighting, etc., you can communicate with the college staff before registration. The college will try its best to assist each student.
2. What should I do if I miss a WSET class? Can I book make-up lessons in advance?
   For students enrolled in WSET Level 1 courses, in order for students to get the best learning process and cope with the exam, the college recommends that students follow the original schedule as much as possible.
   If students enrolled in WSET Level 2 or Level 3 courses need to miss a certain class, please inform the college by email or phone three days in advance. The college will try its best to arrange students to make up the class in the same class in other classes. No need to Pay extra.
3. If students are unable to take the exam according to the announced date?
   Students can notify the college by email or phone so that students can be arranged to take the subsequent exam of the same level. Students do not need to pay additional fees.
4. Exam results announced?
   WSET's Level 1 and Level 2 exam results will generally be announced within 6-8 weeks, while Level 3 will take 16-18 weeks to announce the results. The college will notify students by phone to collect their score reports. Generally, However, the admission renewal form will be stored in the college for 3 months, and the score records and all student information will be stored in the college for 3 years.

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