90-minute video course
How Level 3 is structured, what the exam looks like, and what successful students do before the first class.
WSET Level 3 Award in Wines
Level 3 Blueprint
Start Level 3 with confidence.
Everything I wish every student knew before walking into their first Level 3 class.
90-minute course
3 study documents
Self-paced, online
One year of access
Why I created this
Every year I watch students make the same avoidable mistakes.
Every year I watch students make the same avoidable mistakes during the first few weeks of Level 3. They underestimate the workload, don't understand how the exam is structured, and spend valuable time studying the wrong things.
The Blueprint answers the questions most students don't even know to ask until they're already halfway through the course.
The goal is to help students begin Level 3 feeling prepared, organized, and confident from day one.
What you will walk away with
After 90 minutes you will know…
What Level 3 actually expects of you
How the exam is structured
How much study time you realistically need
How to organize your studies
When to start a study group
The biggest mistakes students make
What's included
Everything you get with Level 3 Blueprint.
Level 3 Preparation Checklist
Everything worth doing before your course begins, in the order to do it.
Study Framework
A realistic plan for how to spend your study time once classes start.
Study Group Guidelines
How to form a study group that actually works, and when to start one.
These resources are designed to complement your Level 3 studies. They are not a substitute for the official WSET Level 3 Award in Wines course, the WSET textbook, or the independent study required to prepare for the examination. Individual essay marking is not included.
Is it for you?
Who Level 3 Blueprint is designed for.
This is for you if…
- You've recently completed Level 2 and are wondering whether you're ready for Level 3.
- You're thinking about enrolling in Level 3 and want to understand how the course is really structured before committing.
- You'd like to know how the exam is structured and what is expected of you.
- You want a realistic study plan before classes begin.
- You enjoy learning best when you have a clear roadmap.
- You want to begin Level 3 feeling confident instead of overwhelmed.
This is probably not for you if…
- You're looking for detailed lessons on the Level 3 syllabus.
- You want practice questions or essay workshops.
- You've already developed a solid study plan and are ready to dive straight into the material.
Who teaches it
Joanne Close, DipWSET
DipWSET
25 years in the wine industry
WSET educator
Host of the Wine Educate Podcast
Hundreds of Level 3 students taught
After teaching Level 3 for many years, I noticed the same pattern again and again. Students weren't struggling because they weren't capable. They were struggling because they didn't know how to approach the material. That is what these resources are built to fix.
Joanne
Wine Educate
FAQ
Questions about Level 3 Blueprint.
No. Level 3 Blueprint, Level 3 Prep, and Level 3 Prep Live are independent study resources created by Joanne Close, DipWSET to complement the official WSET Level 3 Award in Wines course. They are designed to help you prepare more effectively before, during, or after your studies, but they are not a substitute for the official course, textbook, or the independent study required to prepare for the examination.
The Blueprint is designed for before you begin. It is a one-off 90-minute course that explains how Level 3 is structured, how the exam works, and how to plan your study time, so you walk into your first class prepared.
Level 3 Prep is designed for while you study. It is a monthly membership with six rotating study modules, twelve video lessons, Learning Checks, multiple-choice questions and essay practice to work through alongside your course.
Many students start with the Blueprint before enrolling, then join Level 3 Prep once their classes begin.
No. Many students purchase the Level 3 Blueprint before enrolling so they understand what to expect and can begin preparing with confidence. Others join Level 3 Prep or Level 3 Prep Live while they are taking the course.
You'll have one year of access to the Level 3 Blueprint from the date of purchase, giving you plenty of time to work through the course and revisit it once your classes begin.
Absolutely. Many Wine Educate students are enthusiastic wine lovers rather than industry professionals. Success in Level 3 comes from consistent study and understanding the material, not from working in the wine trade.
Absolutely. Wine Educate has students from around the world. The lessons are designed to explain concepts clearly and build understanding step by step, making them valuable for both native and non-native English speakers.
After teaching Level 3 for many years, I noticed the same pattern again and again. Students weren't struggling because they weren't capable. They were struggling because they didn't know how to approach the material.
I created these resources to help students understand what Level 3 is really asking of them, organize their studies, connect the concepts together, and approach the course with confidence. My goal is simple. I want you to enjoy the journey as much as I do.
The next step
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These resources are designed to complement your Level 3 studies. They are not a substitute for the official WSET Level 3 Award in Wines course, the WSET textbook, or the independent study required to prepare for the examination. Individual essay marking is not included.
