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WSET Courses in Russia

 


Welcome to VINCREST!

We are pleased to start WSET classes in Russia. If you would like to join us, please register early so you can be ensured a place.

At Vincrest, we are dedicated to help you through the journey of wine particularly in your quest for internationally recognized qualifications like WSET. We offer the whole range of WSET courses from Level 1 Foundation all the way up to the WSET Diploma. We are very pleased to announce that our students obtain good scores in their WSET exams and most are enjoying a change in their career paths.

Here below are the courses currently on offer. If we can be of any help, please feel free to contact us at inforussia@vincrest.com and we are more than happy to help.


See you soon.


Best regards
Jennie Mack

WSET Level 1 Foundation Certificate Course in Wine

Course Description:

The Foundation Certificate Course in Wine is a great way to introduce your taste buds to the wonderful world of wine.  The course will give you an understanding of the major wine styles and grape varieties, wine tasting techniques as well as an insight into the basics of matching wine and food.  The tutor (qualified to teach the WSET Diploma course) will guide you through a range of different wines from all over the world and you will also be involved in a practical wine and food matching exercise.  Success in the straightforward exam will give you a certificate which is an internationally recognized qualification.

Our pass rate for the exam is well in excess of 90% and is acknowledged by WSET in the UK as above the global average!

Course Date:

2 April 2010 (Thursday, 1.00pm - 5.00pm, with exam in the evening)

This class will be conducted in English

3 April 2010 (Friday, 1.00pm - 7.00pm, with exam in the evening)

This class will be conducted in Russian


 
WSET Level 2 Intermediate Certificate Course in Wines & Spirits

 

Course Description:

This course is suitable for wine enthusiasts who would like to acquire a more in-depth knowledge of grape varieties, major wine producing countries, grape growing and wine making.  At each session there will be a lineup of wines to highlight the learning objectives with almost 50 wines tasted from many countries and grape varieties during the course. There is no prerequisite to attend the Intermediate Certificate course, although we recommend that you have some basic knowledge prior to attending the course (perhaps gained from our Foundation Certificate or attending some of our Tutored Tastings or workshops!).  The tutor for this course holds a WSET Diploma and teaches the WSET Diploma course.

Success in the straightforward exam will give you a certificate which is an internationally recognized qualification. Our pass rate for the exam is well in excess of 90%.  The vast majority of those who pass achieve or pass with Distinction?or pass with Merit?and this is acknowledged by WSET in the UK as above the global average pass rate!

Course Date:

30 March 2010 - 1 April 2010 (Monday to Wednesday, 9.00am - 5.00pm)

This class will be conducted in Russian



WSET Level 3 Advanced Certificate Course in Wines & Spirits

 

Time and Date to be confirmed

Course Description:

This course adds depth to your wine knowledge and is a pre-requisite for WSET's premier qualification, the Diploma for which the course and exam is exclusively provided in Asia by us.  The tutor for this course holds a WSET Diploma and teaches the WSET Diploma course.

Apart from being a pre-requisite for taking the Diploma, success in the exam gives you a prestigious qualification.

This course is not just for wine industry professionals but will also be of interest to anyone who wishes to add depth to their existing wine knowledge and hold this qualification.  There is no need for any other qualifications before taking this course but it is an advanced course so existing knowledge is an advantage and students must be aware that the course and preparation for the exam requires some study of the course material outside the classroom to secure the higher grades.

Successful candidates can apply to use the special designation "WSET Certified" logo which they can use on their name cards and letterheads.



WSET Level 4 Diploma in Wines & Spirits

The Level 4 Diploma is WSET's flagship qualification. The qualification is deisgned to prepare people for responsible jobs within the wine and spirits business. The course will not only develop product knowledge to a specialist level, but will also enable students to acquire skills that will continue to be of use beyond the course. The course is taught by industry experts, many are Masters of Wine, all will have up to date knowledge of contemporary issues related to wines and spirits.

The course is suitable for those within the trade either working in or wishing to progress into management roles and for the serious wine enthuisast wishing to build on knowledge gained at Advanced level and acquire further expertise in wine tasting.

The WSET Diploma is viewed universally as the stepping-stone to the Master of Wine qualification.

The Level 3 Advanced Certificate is the required entry qualification for anyone wishing to enrol on the Diploma course.

The Diploma consists of six units and requires a student to prove competency through a variety of assessment methods. Course programmes will prepare students for their examinations through an integrated programme of lectures, tastings, tutorials, feedback tests and essays. 

The Diploma course is a blend of taught time, assessment and self-study and requires substantial commitment outside the classroom.


[Course Structure]

The WSET Diploma is a two-year programme divided into 6 units:

Unit 1   The Global Business of Alcoholic Beverages

Unit 2  Wine Production

Unit 3  Light Wines of the World

Unit 4  Spirits of the World

Unit 5  Sparkling Wines of the World

Unit 6  Fortified Wines of the World

A new intake is scheduled to start in September 2010. 

For information of WSET Level 4 and Level 5 Diploma Course, please contact us on 852-2581-4588 or email to diploma@vincrest.com for further details.

How to book your place

Simply send us an email to

inforussia@vincrest.com for WSET courses in Russia

We will then send you the relevant application form and payment procedures.

Enrolment is on a first-come-first-served basis and places are confirmed upon receipt of course payment. Payments are non-refundable but you are welcome to nominate your replacement for Tutored Tastings and workshops with 24 hours notice.

WSET Level 1 Foundation Certificate in Wines

WSET Level 2 Intermediate Certificate in Wines & Spirits

WSET Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Wines & Spirits

WSET Level 4 Diploma in Wines & Spirits