Our Wine Division launches 15 CPD Short Specialised Courses for Industry Professionals and Wine Enthusiasts

The renowned Wine Division, here at Plumpton College has unveiled an exciting initiative with the launch of 15 comprehensive Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Short Specialised Courses, tailored for industry professionals and wine enthusiasts seeking to enhance their expertise in the field.

Catering to both professionals aiming for career growth with upskilling or just simple refreshing of knowledge, and passionate wine enthusiasts looking to deepen their understanding, Plumpton College's CPD courses present a unique opportunity for personal and professional development across all sectors of the wine industry.

Students can dive into an array of engaging subjects, such as English Wine & Sustainability, Food & Wine, Global Wine Business, Sparkling Wine Production, Vineyard Operations, and Wine Marketing, offering a hands-on, immersive learning experience that enriches knowledge of the industry.

Sam Linter, Wine Director at Plumpton College commented “We are thrilled to introduce these specialised CPD courses at Plumpton College. With a deep passion for advancing wine education, our aim is to empower individuals within the industry to strengthen their expertise and embrace the ever-evolving landscape of wine." Linter continues, “Each course will be delivered in one half day per week at Plumpton College in bite-size chunks. For businesses, the courses provide a cost-effective way to train staff with accredited qualifications.”

The full range of courses are available on our website now –  www.plumpton.ac.uk/adult-courses/part-time-courses/

The 15 courses are:

• English Wine & Sustainability
• English Wine & Tourism
• Food & Wine
• Fundamentals of Wine Science
• Global Wine Business
• Sparkling and Fortified Wine
• Sparkling Wine Production
• Understanding Wine Styles
• Vineyard Engineering and Operations
• Vineyard Establishment
• Wine Component Analysis
• Wine Marketing
• Wine Sales and Social Responsibility
• Winery Engineering and Operations
• Wines of the World
• Identifying and Managing Wine Faults

Starting this September, participants have the flexibility to choose from Semester 1 (September 2024 – January 2025), Semester 2 (January 2025 – May 2025), or enrol for both Semesters (September 2024- May 2025) for the longer modules, allowing for seamless integration into busy schedules.

Each semester is priced at £1,250, plus a £110 material fee and all the information can be found