Food & Beverage
WSET (Wines and Spirits Education Trust) Level 3 Award (Advanced) in Wines
For individuals seeking to delve deeper into the world of wines, this qualification provides a detailed understanding of grape growing and wine making.Upon completion you will be able to assess wines accurately, and use your understanding to confidently explain wine style and quality. Upon successful completion you will receive a WSET certificate and lapel pin, and will be able to use the associated WSET certified logo. The last session will be of a 2.5 hour duration, with a break.
Multiple
Start Date
59 Hrs
Duration
Short Course
Certification
Institute of Tourism Studies
Course Provider
€650
Prerequisites
None
Basis
Full-Time
Location
In-Person
Course Fees
€650
What you'll learn
Trainees shall:
- Identify the principal natural and human factors in the vineyard and winery that are involved in the production of still wines of the world and explain how they can influence the style, quality and price of these wines.
- Identify and describe the characteristics of the still wines produced in the principal wine producing regions of the world and explain how the key natural and human factors in the vineyard, winery, law and commerce can influence the style
- Identify and describe the characteristics of the principal sparkling wines of the world and explain how the key natural and human factors in the vineyard, winery, law and commerce can influence the style, quality and price of these wines
- Identify and describe the characteristics of the principal fortified wines of the world and explain how the key natural and human factors in the vineyard, winery and law can influence the style, quality and price of these wines
- Demonstrate the ability to provide info and advice to customers and staff about wines
- Accurately describe the key characteristics of the principal still wines of the world and use the description to make an assessment of quality and an assessment of readiness for drinking
- Be exposed to tasting 84 different quality wines with the majority being of mid priced to premium level quality
- Be guided by a professional lecturer on the theory of the principal wine producing regions of the world
- Be guided by a professional lecturer on the tasting of quality wines of the world using the systematic approach to tasting wines (SAT) at an advanced level
- Be tasting wines in tasting wine lab with all wine glasses, water, galletti and all equipment required to complete a portfolio of tasting notes
- Be in possession of an advanced wine book set by WSET
- Be having guided sessions on the answering of short answer questions to be prepared for the final exam
Course Provider
About the Institute of Tourism Studies
The Institute of Tourism Studies (ITS), established in 1987, is Malta's leading tourism and hospitality educational institution. ITS offers a broad selection of study programmes taught by experienced and dedicated lecturers. The campus provides multiple specialised labs and kitchens to ensure that students receive the essential theoretical and practical education.
The Institute of Tourism Studies, located close to the Malta International Airport and sister campus in Qala, Gozo, currently offers programmes of study ranging from Foundation Programme (MQF Level 2) to Masters Degree Programmes (MQF Level 7) level. ITS has a signed academic affiliation with the Emirates Academy of Hospitality Management (EAHM), ranked one of the top ten institutions globally in the field of Tourism and Hospitality Management.
In addition to the agreement with EAHM, ITS has secured contracts throughout the years with various top international universities and institutions to ensure students not only graduate from a reputable institute but in the process have the opportunity to study at these institutions. Students can obtain a more comprehensive experience and develop skills to meet diverse international standards.
ITS works closely with the highly esteemed Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences in Finland and Institut Lyfe (formerly known as Institut Paul Bocuse.) in France to offer its degree programmes in Bachelor in International Hospitality Management and Bachelor in Culinary Arts, respectively.
The Institute of Tourism Studies prides itself on offering students theoretical knowledge and extensive hands - on experience throughout the ITS training restaurants, kitchens, and hospitality laboratories. ITS students also gain opportunities for further training through the Local Industrial Trade Practice and International Internship, which is included in the students' programme of study.
With various programmes available at multiple levels, covering the necessities of the tourism and hospitality industry, students can be sure they have the best opportunity to specialise in areas suited to their abilities and interests.
About the ITS Training School
The purpose of the ITS Training School is to address short - term and medium - term skill gaps in the local and international hospitality and tourism industries and provide bespoke high quality and innovative training programmes to the industry. We strive to build, achieve, and sustain an inspirational leadership, a motivated workforce, and an excellent service provision in the hospitality and tourism industries. We design our industry - based training programmes in order to uplift leadership and management, up skill the workforce and as a result upgrade the quality of service provision in the industries.
Our destination is excellence in hospitality and tourism product and experience. We reach our purpose through our cutting - edge quality and innovative training programmes that finally nurture an entrepreneurial, cultured and friendly workforce.
