Hallgarten & Novum Wines has announced the launch of its fifth fully funded Inclusivity in Wine WSET course, with the latest programme set to take place in Scotland. 

Following previous courses in London, Manchester and Birmingham, the Edinburgh programme marks the continued geographical expansion of the initiative. 

Hallgarten said the Inclusivity in Wine WSET course is designed to make wine qualifications more accessible, with a particular focus on supporting people from diverse backgrounds. 

The distributor said the programme forms part of its wider equity, diversity and inclusion (ED&I) strategy to help create a more inclusive wine trade. 

The course will be delivered by Hallgarten’s senior wine trainer, Garry Samuels, with sessions taking place over three weeks at The Hoxton Edinburgh. 

Alex Buckley, head of Hallgarten’s ED&I team, said: “We are incredibly proud of the success of this programme thus far. We are now excited to broaden our reach by bringing this opportunity to Edinburgh, extending our commitment to making the wine industry more accessible for all and laying the foundations for careers in the industry. 

“Ultimately, we want to lower the barriers to entry for anyone with an interest in wine and ensure that people from a diverse background to feel supported in their wine journey.” 

12 places will be available on the WSET Level 2 Award in Wines, with sessions scheduled to take place in October 2026.

More information can be found here. The deadline for applications is 31 August.