Study in Switzerland

• Each study year consists of intensive 6 months of academic study and 6 months of paid practical work experience.
• Through their choice of pathway, students will be exposed to a variety of industry - case studies and business concepts to develop the knowledge and competencies needed for a successful career in the hospitality, service and wider business sectors

Undergraduate Diplomas for High School Graduates:

• Diploma in International Culinary Arts
• Higher Diploma in International Hotel and Tourism Management
• Diploma in Business & Hospitality Management
• Diploma in European Baking and Pastry Arts
• Diploma in Swiss European Culinary Arts

Bachelors:

• Bachelor, BA/BSc Degree in International Hospitality: Business / Tourism / Events / Marketing /Human Resources Management
• Bachelor, BSc Degree in International Culinary Arts
• Bachelor Dual Degree
• Bachelor Degree in Business Administration – Fashion Management, Luxury Brand Management
• Bachelor of Arts in Global Business Management, Digital Business, Design & Innovation, Communication & Public Relations

Postgraduate Diplomas for Graduates:

• Postgraduate Diploma in International Hotel and Tourism / Events Management
• Postgraduate Diploma in International Culinary Arts
• Advanced or Postgraduate Diploma in European Baking and Pastry Arts
• Advanced or Postgraduate Diploma in Swiss European Culinary Arts

Employment

There is a high demand for professionals in the most in-demand fields.

Masters:

• Masters (MSc/MA) in Hospitality and Tourism Management, Hotel Business Management
• MBA in Hospitality Management, Digital Business, International Business, Leisure & Tourism Management, Entrepreneurship
• MBA/ M.Sc. Dual Degree – International Hospitality Management, Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Global Marketing
• Master Degree in International Business Administration in Aviation Management, Luxury Management and Guest Experience

BENEFITS OF STUDYING HOSPITALITY PROGRAMS IN SWITZERLAND:

• Birth-place of hospitality
• Practice orientation methods
• Flexibility to start
• Backbone of tourism
• Unforgettable campus experience
• Second best in the world for conducting business
• Strong economy powered by low corporate tax rates
• European hub for cryptocurrency and blockchain technology
• Become a successful entrepreneur
• Global hub for finance, technology, and innovation

Level of Study	Minimum in CHF	Maximum in CHF
Diplomas	20,500	45,600
Bachelor’s	13,900	45,600
Master’s	18,000	72,950

Conversion rate: 1 CHF = INR 91.72/-

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• Academic Entry Requirements Min. 50% and above in 12th/Bachelors
• English Proficiency Requirements Min. Overall 6.0 with no band less than 5.5
• *IELTS is MANDATORY

APPLICATION PROCESS :

• Calculate the exact aggregate academic percentage of the last education of the student.
• Check the original academic mark sheets and IELTS score card of the student.
• Check the entry requirements for the particular course from the Course Finder/ website of the University/Polytechnic.
• Upload the signed application form of the institution (wherever applicable) on the Course Finder.
• Provide scanned copy of all the necessary documents required for application through Course Finder.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

• Signed application form (If applicable)
• 10th Std and 12th Std marksheets
• (If the 10th or 12th marksheets contain only the subject codes, subject key should be provided as well.)
• Degree completion certificate and all the semester marksheets of Bachelors/Diploma
• Copy of Passport (First and last page)
• Resume
• Work experience documents (If applicable)
• Case Study
• IELTS or TOEFL (If available)
• Motivation letter (At least 200 words)
• Solvency form and Essay on one of the topics provided (For EU Business School Only)

VISA PROCESS

STEP BY STEP PROCEDURE :

• • Submit Application
• • Telephonic Interview for some Institutes
• Receive Provisional Admission Letter
• Pay the deposit amount
• Receive the Confirmed Admission Letter
• Prepare visa documents and apply for Student Visa
• Take appointment from VFS
• Visa Interview at Embassy
• Receive visa approval
• Transfer tuition fees (first instalment)
• Receive Visa Authorization
• Take appointment from VFS for visa stamping
• Buy flight tickets
• Airport Pickup in Switzerland

REQUIRED VISA DOCUMENTS:

Process Flowchart Student :

• Application + Supporting documents
• Skype Interview with Admission Office
• Receiving Provisional Admission Letter
• Payment of Advance fee
• Receiving updated admission letter or Advance fee receipt
• Parents Student Meeting
• Preparation of Visa Documents + Complete Admission Conditions
• Visa Counselling (Personal /Skype)
• Submission of Visa documents
• Visa Interview Preparation
• Applying for Visa & Personal Interview at Swiss Delhi High Commission
• Visa Decision
• Balance first year course fee (if payable)
• Visa Endorsement
• Pre departure formalities
• Departure
• Airport Pickup in Switzerland

IMPORTANT NOTES:

1. Students must personally visit Delhi High Commission for interview & visa file submission with prior appointment only.
2. 3 sets of photocopies of all document listed to be arranged in mentioned order.
3. Carry all the original documents as listed above along with 3 photocopies sets.
4. Academics photocopies should be in color copies strictly. No attestation of documents is required.
5. Do not staple the photocopies of the documents.
6. Please carry the appointment email & confirmation to receive an entry in the Swiss High Commission.
7. Visa Decision takes 8 to 12 weeks hence PLEASE APPLY EARLY.

WHAT IS THE PERCENTAGE REQUIREMENT?

• The min. percentage requirement in Switzerland is 50% in 12th/Bachelors.
• Backlogs are also acceptable but may depend on case-to-case basis.

WHAT IS THE FUND REQUIREMENT?

• The student has to show around INR30 lac in his/parents bank account for 1 year tuition fees and living expenses.
• The actual requirement may be less, but we have to show funds on higher side for successful Swiss Student Visa.

WHAT IS THE MAX ACCEPTABLE AGE?

We can't accept a profile of age beyond 30 for Switzerland due to embassy restrictions.

ARE THE SPOUSE CASES ACCEPTED?

• No, spouse cases are not acceptable in Switzerland.
• There are some very limited exceptions for a doctoral student, visiting professor, post-doctorate, or academic wherein their family may accompany them to Switzerland.