Are you aspiring to deepen your knowledge and refine your palate to become a key player in the beer industry? The WSET level 2 award in Beer is the ideal intermediate certification to professionalize and transform your passion into expertise.
This WSET Level 2 award in beer course will help you understand how essential ingredients and production processes influence the aromatic profile and quality of beer. You will learn not only to taste and describe beer accurately but also to assess its quality professionally.
With the diploma in hand, you will have the tools and expertise to confidently advise your clients. For enlightened enthusiasts, you will discover the secrets to selecting the perfect beers for every occasion.
At the end of this course, you will obtain a qualification recognized worldwide. The WSET systematic tasting approach will allow you to evaluate beers rigorously and confidently, opening the doors to a rich and diverse brewing world.
WSET 2 beer courses are available in person on our Bordeaux and Paris campuses for 2.5 days.
Accessibility of the training for people with disabilities. Contact our disability coordinator at 05 57 71 75 61 or by email at contact@wisp-campus.com to discuss necessary arrangements together.
Accessibility of training to people with disabilities. Contact our disability advisor on 05 57 71 75 61 or by email contact@wisp-campus.com to discuss necessary arrangements together.
Price
790€
Delivery Mode
In-class
Level
Professionals, intermediate-level enthusiasts
Entry requirements
None (WSET Level 1 Award in Beer recommended)
Duration
2.5 days In-class (18h)
Sensory training
More than 20 beers
Language
English
Self-study time
20h to 30h
Examination
50-question MCQ (Resit examination available)
Registration deadline
15 days before the courses begins
Those who have obtained the WSET® Level 1 in Beer certification and wish to deepen their knowledge.
Hospitality professionals who want to improve their employability.
Wine shop owners, beer sommeliers, and beer experts who want to expand their beer knowledge to better advise their clients.
Import-export professionals.
Professionals in transition or career change who are considering a career in the beer industry and seek a globally recognized certifying training.
Describe the main ingredients used in beer production, how they are processed, and their influence on the style of beer produced.
Understand beer production and its influence on the style and quality of beer.
Master the key principles and processes involved in beer storage and service.
How more than 60 styles of beer are produced and labeled, and their typical characteristics.
Serve beer in a bar or restaurant professionally and expertly and pair food and beer.
Describe beers using the WSET® Systematic Approach to Tasting (SAT).
Engineer in the food and beverage industry specializing in the beverage sector, certified instructor Cicerone®, WSET®, IFCO, Sake Sommelier Association of London®, Julia is passionate about the brewing industry and
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Upon registration to the WSET® Level 2 Award in Beer, you will receive the essential study materials to optimise your learning experience.
September 2026
This course is designed for those who have already obtained the WSET Level 1 in Beer. It is open to a wide audience: hospitality professionals, wine merchants, beer experts, zythologists, enthusiasts looking to deepen their knowledge, and anyone transitioning into the beer industry.
The in-person course lasts for 2.5 days at our campuses in Bordeaux or Paris. If you choose the online option, you have one year to complete the modules at your own pace.
You will learn to describe beer ingredients, understand production processes, assess beer quality, and serve and pair beer professionally.
The evaluation consists of a multiple-choice quiz with 50 questions, whether in-person or online. You also have the option to retake the exam if necessary.
Yes, we offer specific accommodations for people with disabilities. Please feel free to contact our disability coordinator to discuss possible options.
The price of the course starts at €750. This includes course materials, tastings, and access to the online learning platform for the online option.
You will have the opportunity to taste over 20 beers, whether in the in-person course or through online activities.
Yes, the WSET qualification is recognized worldwide and will open up opportunities for you in the beer industry on an international scale.
After obtaining the WSET Level 2 in Beer, many opportunities await you in the beer industry. You could work in restaurants or bars advising customers on beer choices, become a wine merchant or beer expert specializing in craft beer sales, work in import-export, or even start your own microbrewery!
The international exposure you gain from a WSET training is a significant advantage. You will have the opportunity to connect with peers from around the globe.
WSET courses can complement other beer training, especially in tasting. You will learn to taste and evaluate beers using the WSET systematic tasting method, gaining knowledge about all beer styles worldwide.
The in-person course takes place over 3 days at our campuses in Bordeaux or Paris, with direct interaction with your instructor, Julia Charlotte BASSO. In contrast, e-learning allows you to learn at your own pace, wherever you are, for a duration of one year, following interactive modules.
For the in-person course, you will have a closed-book exam with 50 questions to complete in 60 minutes, after attending the classes and tastings. For e-learning, the exam is also conducted online with the same format, but you have the flexibility to take it remotely after completing the modules.
In-person, you will taste 20 beers in class, enhancing your practical experience. In the online format, while you won’t have live tastings, you will have access to discussion forums and feedback from other learners and your instructor.
