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In-person Diploma in Single Malt Whisky
Pursue your passion and do something useful with your free time this autumn. Our in-person Diploma in Single Malt Whisky is just like school, only better. You’re in a classroom, freshly sharpened pencils are plentiful and, yes, there is a 2-hour invigilated exam pending. But the questions are all multiple choice and include the nosing and blind tasting of 9 delicious whisky samples. What’s more, your teacher Vic Cameron brings 30+ years of Scotch whisky industry experience to the table. Far from boring you to tears, you’ll be grinning from ear to ear, entertained with irreverent tales along the educational journey to SQA certification.
📆 Monday 23 & Tuesday 24 September 2024
📆 Thursday 26 & Friday 27 September 2024
📆 Thursday 14 & Friday 15 November 2024
Elevate your expertise and unlock the secrets of single malt Scotch whisky with our flagship Diploma course. Tailored for those working in the industry (in customer-facing roles) and enthusiasts alike (newcomers or seasoned connoisseurs), this immersive two-day course is your gateway to a deeper understanding and appreciation of the world’s most revered spirit.
Certified by the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA), two modules – History & Business – are delivered online in advance for self-study. The format here is short, easy-to-follow multimedia lessons. In the classroom, you’ll meet with your cohort of likeminded whisky lovers and take a deep dive into modules covering the production process, sensory analysis and world whiskies with teacher Vic Cameron. With 30 years of Scotch whisky industry experience under his belt, you’ll love the technical detail he imparts and irreverent stories told on the enjoyable journey to mastering the final assessment.
Day 1 concludes with a private distillery tour and tasting (which includes plenty of revision prompts). Day 2 concludes with the final assessment (250 questions, multiple choice format). Upon completion, you’ll receive a digital badge and physical black lapel pin for immediate display. Your SQA Diploma certificate will be sent to you in the post in the weeks following the course.
Save 20% off the in-person Diploma in Single Malt Whisky with the code BACKTOSCHOOL when you book before Friday 6 September 2024.
