WSET 1 in Beer in English in Marseille
Discover the main beer styles, learn to describe their aromas, flavours and textures, and pair beer with food with confidence.
- Location
- Marseille
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Samples tasted
- 16 beers
- Price
- 250 €
Next session: 27 June
Take your first steps into the world of beer with the WSET Level 1 Award
Joining the WSET Level 1 Award in Beer is the first essential step toward understanding, appreciating, and sharing beer. This simple, friendly, and internationally recognised qualification opens the door to a world of discovery and prepares you for more advanced studies.
- Who it’s for: Designed for beginners, it is perfect for curious enthusiasts, those considering a career change, or professionals starting out in the brewing, hospitality, or drinks industry.
- Passionate educators: Our experienced educators guide you with clarity and enthusiasm, making learning about beer engaging and enjoyable, even with no prior experience.
- Tasting at the heart of the course: Carefully selected beers, showcasing both classic international styles and distinctive craft expressions, illustrate the main flavour profiles and brewing traditions.
- Small groups: Up to 14 participants, encouraging interaction, open discussion with the educator, and a relaxed yet effective learning environment where everyone can ask questions and build confidence.
TASTING
You taste 16 beers from the greatest producing regions in the world. We carefully select our beers, most of which are artisanal.
Why prepare your WSET 1 with Weeno?
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Proven excellence: A highly acclaimed course, rated 5/5 by our students in 2025.
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Hands-on classroom learning: In-person classes in Marseille, in a small group led by a WSET-certified educator, with every tasting done together in class.
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Taught in English: Classes and study materials in English, to master the international terminology of beer.
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Personal support: An educator on hand throughout the course to answer your questions and introduce you to the WSET Systematic Approach to Tasting (SAT).
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On-site exam: Sit the official WSET exam in Marseille at the end of your course.
Qualiopi certification
Teaching excellence recognised by the French State, eligible for funding (CPF, OPCO).
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Additional information
Who is this training for?
Who is this training for?
This course is the perfect entry point to the world of beer. Ideal for the beginner beer enthusiast, or those starting a career in zythology or hospitality.
Objectives and programme
Objectives and programme
• The main ingredients and main stages of beer production • The most common beer styles and their characteristics • How to store and serve beer • How to describe a beer using the WSET Systematic Approach to Beer Tasting® (Level 1)
The structure of the course
The structure of the course
The WSET 1 beer training includes 6 hours of classroom lessons, taught by certified trainers. A booklet will be given to you the same day, in which you will find the essential points covered during the training, as well as tasting grids and self-assessment exercises. You will take your WSET exam at the end of the session.
Assessment
Assessment
At the end of your session, you will be assessed on the knowledge acquired during a closed book test. You will have to answer 30 multiple-choice questions in 45 minutes. To get your WSET 1 certificate in beer, you will have to answer 70% of the questions correctly. The success rate for the exam by Weeno in 2025 is 100%. In the event that you fail the exam, it is possible to take it again. The cost of registration for a re-sit is 100 euros.
Prerequisites and accessibility
Prerequisites and accessibility
This training does not require prior knowledge of beer. You must be 18 years old to register. Excellent comprehension and writing skills in the selected language are also recommended to follow the course. Our trainings are accessible to disabled persons. If you have a disability or require special adaptations that fall within our scope of action, please contact us at [email protected]. We will study together the best possible solution. By registering, you acknowledge having read and accepted our general conditions of sale and internal rules.
Satisfaction rate
Satisfaction rate
Participants gave an overall satisfaction rating of 5/5 in 2025.
How does your "WSET 1 in Beer in English in Marseille" training work?
How does your "WSET 1 in Beer in English in Marseille" training work?
The course lasts one day. It is an introduction, open to all beginners: no specific preparation is required. The WSET exam takes place on site, at the end of the course.
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