Thanks to the generosity of the Gerard Basset Foundation applications are now open for partial bursaries to attend our WSET Level 2 or WSET Level 3 Award in Wines courses. These scholarships are worth R8,000 and R12,000 respectively and it is hoped that completing these challenging qualifications will enable you to take your career to new heights.

The WSET Level 2 Award in Wines Bursary

An intermediate qualification covering the world’s major grape varieties, wine regions, production methods, and tasting. Students learn why wines taste different and how factors such as climate, grape variety, and winemaking influence style and quality. The cost of the course is R10,500 and the bursary is worth R8,000. You are thus required to pay R2,500Requirements:

• You have passed WSET Level 1 in Wines or hold an equivalent qualification.
• You will pay the R2,500 no later than 31 July 2026
• You are from an historically disadvantaged community
• You are committed to attend all lectures and the examination on the specific dates below.
• You are motivated to make a difference in the wine industry in Africa.

Course Details

• Course Dates: Monday 07 + Tuesday 08 September 2026
• Course Times: 08h30 – 17h00
• Exam Date: Tuesday 22 September 2026
• Venue: Klein Joostenberg near Stellenbosch

The WSET Level 3 Award in Wines Bursary

An advanced qualification that explores viticulture, winemaking, maturation, and the key wine regions of the world in much greater depth. Students develop analytical tasting skills and learn to explain wine style, quality, and price using a structured approach. The cost of the course is R16,500 and the bursary is worth R12,000. You are thus required to pay R4,500Requirements:

• You have passed WSET Level 2 in Wines with a Merit or Distinction grade.
• You will pay the R4,500 no later than 31 July 2026.
• You are from an historically disadvantaged community
• You can write and communicate well in English.
• You are committed to attend all lectures and exams on the specific dates below.
• You are motivated to make a difference in the wine industry in Africa.

Course Details

• Course Dates: Thu 03 + Fri 04 + Thu 10 + Fri 11 + Thu 17 + Fri 18 September 2026
• Course Times: 08h30 – 17h00
• Exam Date: Thusday 01 October 2026
• Venue: Klein Joostenberg near Stellenbosch

Please note the following before you make your application for both scholarships: ~ If you need to retake the exam there will be additional charges. ~ This bursary cannot be combined with any other bursaries. ~ Travel or accommodation are not included.

How to apply:

Please complete the adjacent Application Form. Applications close on Friday 17 July 2026