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Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) at Linfield

WSET Courses at Linfield

WSET provides high-quality education in wines and spirits to more than 94,000 people every year around the globe, making it the biggest and most respected wine education and certification organization of its kind in the world. As a WSET approved program provider, Linfield offers Oregon’s industry professionals, local beverage enthusiasts and Linfield students the opportunity to study and earn WSET awards on campus and online.

 

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WSET instructor pouring a taste of wine for a student.

WSET Level 1 Award in Wines

This introductory course is designed to be the perfect starting point for wine enthusiasts looking to grasp the fundamentals or anyone embarking on a career in the world of wine and hospitality. You will gain the skills to describe wines accurately, learn the systematic approach to tasting wine, and master the basic principles of wine and food pairing.

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Level 1 courses

Offered in person

Unless otherwise noted, these courses are offered on the Linfield University McMinnville Campus.

Cost (includes wines, course materials and exam): $350

Upcoming classes:

Class # IP L1 6-8-24
Jun. 8, 2024, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Exam: 5 p.m. (45 minutes)

Register by May 22, 2024

Class # IP L1 8-10-24
Aug. 10, 2024, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Exam: 5 p.m. (45 minutes)

Register by July 24, 2024

Class # IP L1 10-5-24
Oct. 5, 2024, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Exam: 5 p.m. (45 minutes)

Register by Sept. 18, 2024

Class # IP L1 12-7-24
Dec. 7, 2024, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Exam: 5 p.m. (45 minutes)

Register by Nov. 20, 2024

Weekly Classes

IPW L1 4-9-24
April 9–23 | Tuesdays 5-8 p.m.
Exam: April 23

Register by Mar. 30, 2024

IPW L1 6-3-24
June 3–17 | Mondays 5-8 p.m.
Exam: June 17

Register by May 26, 2024

IPW L1 8-5-24
Aug 5–19 | Mondays 5-8 p.m.
Exam: Aug 19

Register by July 28, 2024

IPW L1 10-7-24
Oct 07–21 | Tuesdays 5-8 p.m.
Exam: Oct 21

Register by Sept. 29, 2024

Offered online

Learn at your own pace with this asynchronous format. Instructor support is available and there will also be one online live support session with a Linfield WSET instructor. Your e-textbook will be emailed directly to you. 

Cost: $250 includes course materials and exam. A Level 1 Wine Kit including six wines can be purchased and shipped directly to you for an additional $95 during the registration process.

Upcoming classes:

Class # O1WI2421APP
May 13-Jun. 10, 2024

Exam: Jun. 17, 2024, 9 a.m.

Register by Apr. 28, 2024

Class # O1WI2423APP
Jun. 10-Jul. 8, 2024

Exam: Jul. 15, 2024, 9 a.m.

Register by May 26, 2024

Class # O1WI2425APP
Jul. 8-Aug. 5, 2024

Exam: Aug. 12, 2024, 9 a.m.

Register by Jun. 23, 2024

Student reviewing WSET materials and taking notes.

WSET Level 2 Award in Wines

An internationally recognized and comprehensive course covering the major grape varieties, the important wine regions, the styles of wine they produce and how to use label information to understand a wine’s quality and style. Ideal for wine professionals with some experience and wine enthusiasts familiar with wines from around the world. Does not require Level 1 to register.

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Level 2 courses

Offered in person

Unless otherwise noted, these courses are offered on the Linfield University McMinnville Campus.

Cost (includes wines, course materials and exam): $820 

Upcoming classes:

Class # IP L2 4-20-24
Apr. 20-21, 2024, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Exam: Apr. 21, 5 p.m. (one hour)

Register by Apr. 3, 2024

Class # IP L2 6-21-24
Jun. 21-23, 2024, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Exam: Jun. 23, 5 p.m. (one hour)

Register by Jun. 5, 2024

Class # IP L2 8-23-24
Aug. 23-25, 2024, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Exam: Aug. 25, 5 p.m. (one hour)

Register by Aug. 7, 2024

Class # IP L2 10-18-24
Oct. 18-20, 2024, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Exam: Oct. 20, 5 p.m. (one hour)

Register by Oct. 2, 2024

Class # IP L2 12-13-24
Dec. 13-15, 2024, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Exam: Dec. 15, 5 p.m. (one hour)

Register by Nov. 27, 2024

Weekly Classes

IPW L2 4-29-24
April 29-June 10
Mondays 5-8 p.m.
Exam: June 10

Register by April 14, 2024


IPW L2 7-8-24
July 8-August 12
Mondays 5-8 p.m.
Exam: July 29

Register by June 23, 2024


IPW L2 10-1-24
Oct 1-November 19
Tuesday 6-8:00 p.m.
Exam: Dec 3

Register by Sept. 16, 2024

Offered online: live instructor

Cost: $725 includes course materials and exam. A Level 2 Wine Kit including 12 wines can be purchased for an additional $210 during the registration process.

 

Offered online

Learn at your own pace with this asynchronous format. Instructor support is available and there will also be one online live support session with a Linfield WSET instructor. Your e-textbook will be shipped directly to you. 

Cost: $650 includes course materials and exam. A Level 2 Wine Kit including 12 wines can be purchased and shipped to you for an additional $180 during the registration process.

Upcoming online classes:

Class # O2WI2421APP
May 13-Jun. 17, 2024

Exam: Jun. 24, 2024, 9 a.m.

Register by Apr. 28, 2024

Class # O2WI2423APP
Jun. 10-Jul. 15, 2024

Exam: Jul. 22, 2024, 9 a.m.

Register by May 26, 2024

Class # O2WI2425APP
Jul. 8-Aug. 12, 2024

Exam: Aug. 19, 2024, 9 a.m.

Register by Jun. 23, 2024

 

flight of wine next to WSET course materials

WSET Level 3 Award in Wines

Learn to assess wines accurately and use your understanding to confidently explain wine style and quality. This rigorous class is geared toward wine industry professionals and advanced enthusiasts. Successful candidates will invest at least 50 hours of independent study in addition to class time.

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Level 3 courses

Offered in person

Cost (includes wines, course materials and exam): $1,400 


Class # L3 10-1-24
Oct. 1- Jan. 7
Tuesdays, 6 p.m.-8:30 p.m.

Exam: Jan. 14, 6 p.m. (two hours, thirty minutes)

Register by Sept. 13, 2024

Offered Online

Learn at your own pace with this asynchronous format. Instructor support is available and there will also be two online live supports session with a Linfield WSET instructor. Your e-textbook will be emailed directly to you. 

Cost: $1,100 includes course materials and exam. A Level 3 Wine Kit including 18 wines can be purchased and shipped to you for an additional $340 during the registration process. Exam must be completed in person at Linfield University due to the tasting assessment.

Class # O3WI2413APP
April 22-June 23
Exam: Jul 1st, 2024, 6 p.m. (two and a half hours)

Register by April 7, 2024

Class # O3WI2414APP
May 13-July 14
Exam: Jul 22nd, 2024, 6 p.m. (two and a half hours)

Register by April 28, 2024

Fee Structure for Replacements and Exam Services

  • Linfield University WSET Fee Policy

    Linfield University strives to cultivate students so that they are prepared to pass on exam day. The reality is that life sometimes gets in the way, resulting in missed exams, classes, and reprioritization. There are associated fees that correlate to registration and exam changes and these fees can be found by course below.

    Reschedule  

    For in person classes and exams, please let us know that you will need to change your exam date 12 business days prior to scheduled exam. For online classes please let us know that you will not be able to attend the class 10 business days prior to the beginning of class. For online exams please reschedule 20 business days prior to your scheduled exam. Rescheduling outside of these timeframes will incur the associated reschedule fees below.

    Resits

    For resits we offer the opportunity for candidates to sit with upcoming scheduled exams. Please contact us to schedule you on these predetermined dates. Associated fees will be charged at the point of registration for the resit exam.

    Result Enquiry

    If you receive a failing grade or want to enquire about your results, you have within 10  business days to file a result enquiry form and pay the associated fee to receive more information from WSET.

    Result Enquiry and Feedback 

    If you receive a failing grade or want to enquire about your results, you have within 10 business days to file a result enquiry form and pay the associated fee to receive information on your results and feedback from WSET.

    Replacement of Pin or Certificate

    Certificates and pins can get lost in the mail, at times WSET may leave out pins or a name may need to be altered. You may lose your certificates and pins in a move or fire etc. If the candidate requests a new certificate the cost is $38 for candidates who have graduated post 1990. For candidates prior to 1990 the cost is $65. For pins the cost is $7. Linfield University and WSET share the cost on items lost in the mail or issues relating to clerical errors, including name changes. Candidates only incur these costs if they have lost the certificate or pin once they have been received by the candidate.

     

    Level 1 Fees

     

    Reschedule

    Resit

    Result Enquiry

    Level 1 In Person Fees

    Free or $130 if after deadline

    $75

    $30

    Level 1 Online Fees

    Free or $130 if after deadline

    $110

    $30

     

    Level 2 Fees

     

    Reschedule

    Resit

    Result Enquiry

    Level 2 In Person Fees

    Free or $170 if after deadline

    $125

    $50

    Level 2 Online Fees

    Free or $170 if after deadline

    $160

    $50

     

    Level 3 Fees

     

     

    Reschedule

    Resit

    Result Enquiry

    Result Enquiry & Feedback

    Level 3 In Person Fees

    Free or $350 if after deadline

    Theory : $110

    Tasting: $50

    Theory: $70

    Tasting: $70

    Theory: $140

    Tasting: $90

    Level 3 Online Fees

    Free or $350 if after deadline

    Theory : $110

    Tasting: $50

    Theory: $70

    Tasting: $70

    Theory: $140

    Tasting: $90

    WSET Fees