WSET Level 3 in Wine Advanced wine education in Oslo for ambitious wine lovers and professionals Take your wine knowledge to a far deeper level with the WSET Level 3 Award in Wines , delivered by Oslo Wine School in a premium small-group format across two terms. This is a rigorous and highly respected international qualification for those who want to understand wine with greater precision, confidence and depth. You will build a detailed understanding of how grape growing, winemaking, maturation and regional factors shape the style, quality and price of wines from around the world. At Oslo Wine School, we teach WSET Level 3 in a way that combines academic structure with personal guidance, professional tasting discipline and the warm premium atmosphere of The Tasting Room by Oslo Wine School in Frogner, Oslo. Do you work in a restaurant or hotel and your employer will pay for your course? Send us an email to arrange an invoice instead of paying through our website. Quick facts Qualification: WSET Level 3 Award in Wines Format: 10 evening classes, plus a revision half day on the day of the exam Time: 17:00–20:00 Location: The Tasting Room by Oslo Wine School, Elisenbergveien 10, 0265 Oslo Language: English Ideal for: serious wine enthusiasts, hospitality professionals, and students preparing for higher-level study Class size: maximum 12 students Price: 19,200 kr A serious next step in wine education WSET Level 3 is designed for students who want much more than a general introduction to wine. It develops your ability to explain and assess wine with clarity and precision, using a structured and internationally recognised framework. This is not a casual tasting course. It is an advanced qualification that asks you to engage seriously with the key factors that shape wine style, quality and price, and to apply that understanding in both theory and tasting. At Oslo Wine School, we combine a compact evening-course structure with substantial revision support, so that students receive both rigour and guidance throughout the learning journey. Why take WSET Level 3 with Oslo Wine School ✔︎ Premium small-group learning Smaller classes allow for more discussion, more interaction and more personal guidance throughout the course. ✔︎ A format designed for busy adults Ten evening classes over two terms create momentum while still leaving room for work, family life and meaningful independent study. ✔︎ Expert guidance throughout We help you focus on what matters, study effectively and approach both the written and tasting exam with greater confidence. ✔︎ Structured revision support The course includes recorded revision guidance, a revision half day on exam day, one individual 30-minute Teams call, and detailed mock exam feedback. ✔︎ The Tasting Room experience Study in a calm, elegant and focused environment that reflects the quality of the learning experience. Course format over two terms This course is delivered as 10 evening classes from 17:00 to 20:00, spread across two terms, followed by a revision half day on the day of the exam. This structure gives students a clear framework for progressing through the syllabus while also creating space for reading, revision and consolidation between sessions. It is a format that works particularly well for ambitious students balancing serious wine study with professional responsibilities. Trusted by our students. Read our Google reviews . What is included in the course fee ✔︎ WSET Level 3 in Wine course book and study guide ✔︎ All class tuition and revision materials ✔︎ Tasting of approximately 30 to 35 wines ✔︎ Revision half day on the day of the exam ✔︎ Mock exam practice and marking in class ✔︎ One additional mock exam marked by email ✔︎ Access to recorded revision sessions on how to prepare for each part of the exam ✔︎ One individual 30-minute Teams call to discuss any topic of your choice ✔︎ Additional access to various learning aids ✔︎ WSET Level 3 in Wine exam registration ✔︎ Certificate and lapel pin on successful completion Course dates and practical details Start date: 20.05.26 Time: 17:00–20:00 Location: The Tasting Room by Oslo Wine School, Elisenbergveien 10, 0265 Oslo Price: 19,200 kr Class size: maximum 12 students Teaching team: Jane Nisbet Huseby, Head Educator at Oslo Wine School, with assistance from our other WSET-approved wine educators Dates: Wednesdays 17:00 - 20:00 hrs August: 19, 26, September 02, 16, 23, 30, October: 06, 13, 20, 27 Revision half day Held on the day of the exam in Oslo About the exam The WSET Level 3 in Wine exam consists of a blind tasting exam of 2 wines (30 minutes) and a written exam (2 hours). The exam must be taken in Oslo. Students do not need to sit the exam immediately after the course if they would benefit from additional study time. This flexibility is especially valuable for those working through busy hospitality periods. More specific information about exam dates is available on request. On successfully passing the exam, students receive a WSET Level 3 in Wine certificate and pin. Who this course is for This course is suited to students who already have a solid foundation in wine and are ready to study at a more advanced level. It is particularly valuable for those working in hospitality, wine sales, import, education, or anyone considering further study in wine. It is also an excellent next step for serious private students who want to move beyond enthusiasm and build a more analytical, professional understanding of wine. Why we know this format works ✔︎ Ten focused evening classes keep the course structured and manageable ✔︎ three-hour sessions format gives students time to absorb a large syllabus more effectively ✔︎ Revision support is built into the course rather than left entirely to self-study ✔︎ Individual support helps students address specific weak points before the exam ✔︎ The overall format is compact, serious and realistic for busy adult learners The Tasting Room by Oslo Wine School WSET Level 3 is demanding, but the learning environment still matters. At The Tasting Room by Oslo Wine School on Frogner, students learn in a setting that feels calm, focused and professional. This supports concentration, discussion and tasting discipline while also making the course feel rewarding and inspiring. This is part of the OWS difference: serious wine education delivered with warmth, precision and a passion for learning. Course content Wine tasting analysis Learn to describe the key aroma and structural characteristics of wines and apply this to assess wine quality, including readiness to drink, using the WSET Level 3 Systematic Approach to Tasting (SAT). Theory: Principles of viticulture How viticulture influences the style, quality and price of wines. Topics include the anatomy of the vine, vine essentials for survival, the growth cycle, suitable climates for grape growing, vineyard site selection, vintage variation, soils, vine management, harvesting, hazards, pests, diseases, and approaches to viticulture. Theory: Principles of winemaking How winemaking choices influence the style, quality and price of wines. Topics include fermentation vessels, winemaking processes, wine adjustments, the production of red, white, rosé and sweet wines, blending, preparing wines for sale, packaging and closures. Theory and practical application: Principal still wine regions of the world France, Germany, Austria, Hungary, Greece, Italy, Spain, Portugal, USA, Canada, Chile, Argentina, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand. Theory and practical application: Principal grape varieties Including Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Riesling, Pinot Gris, Gewurztraminer, Chenin Blanc, Syrah, Viognier, Grenache, Mourvèdre, Grüner Veltliner, Pinot Grigio, Garganega, Nebbiolo, Barbera, Sangiovese, Aglianico, Tempranillo, Verdejo, Albariño, Zinfandel, Malbec, Torrontés and Carmenère. Theory and practical application: Other grape varieties Including Petit Verdot, Tannat, Ugni Blanc, Pinot Blanc, Petit Manseng, Cinsault, Marsanne, Roussanne, Silvaner, Müller-Thurgau, Dornfelder, Blaufränkisch, Zweigelt, Furmint, Xinomavro, Agiorgitiko, Assyrtiko, Verdicchio, Greco, Fiano, Mencía, Monastrell, Airén, Loureiro, Arinto, Touriga Nacional, Baga, Trincadeira, Alicante Bouschet and Bonarda. Theory: Wine laws How natural factors, human factors, local laws and commerce influence the style, quality and price of wines, including key EU and international wine laws. Theory and application: Key factors in the production of wine Location, grape growing, winemaking, maturation and bottling. Theory and practical application: Principal sparkling wines of the world Champagne, Crémant, Saumur, Vouvray, Cava, Prosecco, Sekt, Asti, and sparkling wines of Australia, New Zealand, South Africa and California. Theory and practical application: Principal fortified wines of the world Port, Sherry and fortified Muscats, including how they are made and the factors that influence their style, quality and price. Theory of wine service Describing wines to customers, reasons for selecting certain wines, correct procedures for storage and service, identifying common faults, principles of food and wine pairing, and health issues related to excess consumption.