The WSET Level 2 Award in Wines is open to everyone; no prior knowledge or experience is needed. There are no entry restrictions, so anyone can take it to learn more about wine.

Students below Ireland’s legal drinking age may attend the course but cannot taste alcohol. They can still complete the qualification. To sit the exam, candidates must be of legal drinking age in Ireland, or be enrolled in a recognised full-time study program, or have parental consent..

The WSET Level 2 Award in Wines is for people with little or no wine knowledge who want a clear, structured course. You don’t need Level 1 first. It suits anyone wanting a solid wine foundation for personal interest or hospitality, retail, and wholesale jobs.

After passing, candidates can describe and compare styles of key grape varieties, read labels from major wine regions, and give basic advice on choosing and serving wine. They will also learn basic wine tasting and assessment. The qualification is a good step toward WSET Level 3 Award in Wines..