WSET Level 3 Wines Online Course
ACOL 326
The course consists of nine online modules, and students should aim to complete one module per week. Ten hours study per week is recommended to cover the online activities and the relevant chapters in the textbook. Regular access and participation in the online activities is essential for this mode of study.
The course has a fixed start date and finish date. Modules begin on Monday and end on Sunday. Students learn through a range of independent and/or group activities supported by videos and quizzes.
This course is run by the WSET Online Classroom under the guidance of subject-specialist WSET educators who will provide feedback on any assigned exercises and respond to course-related queries.
There is no "live" delivery of content. However, IWC provides a tasting strategy session and a practice tasting exam, both in NYC. The exam itself also takes place in NYC.
Course Registration Deadline is 4:00pm October 14, 2026
October 26, 2026 - January 14, 2027
24/7 access to the online classroom platform
Online Course
$1298
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Registration Requirements
Entrance Requirements
- At least 21 years of age AND
- A passing grade in the WSET® Level 2 Intermediate Course in Wines & Spirits; OR
- Successful completion of the Certified Specialist of Wine (CSW) course of the Society of Wine Educators; OR
- Successful completion of a WSET-sanctioned entrance exam
Complete Enrollment Agreement
Be sure to register early. Availability is first come, first served.
- Select and complete the corresponding Enrollment Agreement for your course– Sign once on second page where indicated.
- This must be completed. You will need to upload it during the registration process.
Pricing Details
Registration Fee: $60
Study Kit: $258
Exam: $402
Tuition: $578
Total: $1298
Exam Date & Time
The following in-person activities take place at International Wine Center in NYC.
L3 Tasting Exam Strategy Session: Tuesday, December 8, at 5:00pm
L3 Practice Tasting Exam & Debrief: Tuesday, December 8, at 6:00pm
Exam Date: Thursday, January 14, 2027
Exam Time: 1:00pm
Detailed Course Schedule
Session:1
Date:Monday, October 26, 2026
Topic:Module 1 - Exploring Style, Quality, and Price #1
Session:2
Date:Monday, November 2, 2026
Topic:Module 2 - Exploring Style, Quality, and Price #2
Session:3
Date:Monday, November 9, 2026
Topic:Module 3 - Still Wines of Europe #1
Session:4
Date:Monday, November 16, 2026
Topic:Module 4 - Still Wines of Europe #2
Session:5
Date:Monday, November 23, 2026
Topic:Module 5 - Still Wines of Europe #3
Session:6
Date:Monday, November 30, 2026
Topic:Module 6 - Still Wines of Europe #4
Session:7
Date:Monday, December 7, 2026
Topic:Module 7 - Still Wines of New World #1
Session:8
Date:Tuesday, December 8, 2026
Topic:In-Person L3 Tasting Exam Strategy Session at 5:00pm
In-person L3 Practice Tasting Exam & Debrief at 6:00pmSession:9
Date:Monday, December 14, 2026
Topic:Module 8 - Still Wines of New World #2
Session:10
Date:Monday, December 21, 2026
Topic:Module 9 - Sparkling & Fortified Wines
Session:11
Date:Sunday, December 27, 2026
Topic:ACOL 326 Online Course Ends
Session:12
Date:Thursday, January 14, 2027
Topic:L3 Exam begins at 1:00pm
Check-in at 12:30pm
You must bring a valid PHOTO ID
Refund Policy & Student Disclosure
If your study plans are suddenly interrupted, you may seek a refund. When withdrawing from a class, please be aware that you must submit a written notice of withdrawal from the registered class and a written request for a refund. More details can be found by clicking the Refund Policy link.
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