WSET Level 4
International certification
WSET Level 4 Diploma in Wines is an expert level qualification covering all aspects of wine. During two academic years of study, you will be guided through 6 different units, each with their own examination. The first year will be focused on the units D1 Wine Production and D2 Wine Business. These are the foundations for more in-depth studies of Sparkling Wines (D4), Fortified Wines (D5) and Wines of the World (D3) the last of which makes up half of the course in terms of hours of study.
Acquired WSET Diploma skills
The program is academic in nature, with a heavy emphasis on personal study and revision, including the preparation of an individual research assignment (D6). Successful graduates acquire exceptional analytical skills and proficiency in evaluative wine tasting, skills that are suitable for a leading role with responsibility as a buyer or in product development in the global wine business.
For your guidance there will be approximately 24 seminars spread out over two academic years. Most of the seminars are held by Masters of Wine with a heavy emphasis on wine tasting.
Qualification for becoming a Level 4 sommelier
To be able to enrol in the WSET Diploma in Wines program you must already hold the WSET Level 3 Award in Wines or WSET Level 3 Award in Wines and Spirits.
After completing the WSET Level 3, you are certified for work within the wine industry. You have full knowledge and an understanding of viticulture/winegrowing (the cultivation and harvesting of grapes) along with the making of wine that you need to fully prepare you for becoming a Level 4 sommelier. Before completing Level 3, you have also enrolled in WSET Level 1 and WSET Level 2.
Course information, Diploma in Wines:
Date: The course is scheduled to start in 2026. Diploma in Wines runs over two years.
Time: 09.00-17.00
Lecturer: During our lessons you will meet a variety of knowledgeable lectures, get to know them better here.
Course fee: 85.000 SEK ex. VAT.The price is based on the current trade agreements with the UK and might be subject to change. Any differences in the final cost will be refunded or invoiced at a later stage. In the case of spare seats, it is possible to attend some single seminars without attending the full program. Each seminar is 2950 SEK + VAT. A WSET Level 3 Award in Wines or Wines and Spirits is required.If you wish to, you can split the cost into partial payment. Note! In order to do this click here for more information before you register for the WSET Level 4 Diploma.
Payment: You can choose to pay the tuition fee in installments. This must be done before you register. We also offer interest-free installment for those who want to pay half of the fee before the course starts and the other half after the course starts. If you want to split your payment into two invoices, you must specify this in the booking form when making your reservation.
Schedule fall 2024
19-sep Thursday
09:00-17:00
D2 Wine Business
Michelle Cherutti-Kowal MW
20-sep Friday
09:00-12:00
D2 Wine Business
Michelle Cherutti-Kowal MW
12:45-17:00
D2 Local Market
Ulf Sjödin MW
22-oct Tuesday
10:00-12:30
Exam D2 (no lunch)
Mattias Dahl
18-nov Monday
09:00-17:00
D4 Sparkling wines
Romana Echensperger MW
09-dec Monday
09:00-13:00
Mock Exam D4 (no lunch)
Niklas Bergqvist
Schedule spring 2025
22-jan Wednesday
10:00-12:30
Exam D4 (no lunch)
Niklas Bergqvist
07-apr Monday
09:00-17:00
D5 Fortified Wines
Niklas Bergqvist
28-apr Monday
09:00-17:00
D5 Fortified Wines/ Workshop
Niklas Bergqvist
11-jun Wednesday
10:00-12:30
Exam D5 (no lunch)
Niklas Bergqvist
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