Summer program Hospitality Discovery

Switzerland and Spain

For 15-17 year olds

Always dreamed about travelling the world?

From bustling cities to tropical islands, a successful career can take you anywhere you want.

At Les Roches, you will join with students from many other countries to cultivate the celebrated Les Roches Way of Life in a family-style, multicultural community that embraces diversity and collaboration. The courses challenge you to work in teams to bring a uniquely global perspective to your studies. The activities and sports will give you a chance to experience new things and get a taste of life in other places. Our faculty members and visiting lecturers will share their insights with you. In the end, you will emerge with exceptional cultural knowledge, industry connections and international friendships that will last a lifetime.

Why join Les Roches Hospitality Discovery summer program?

Transform the way you present yourself
Enhance your multicultural skills and global perspective
Get hands-on hospitality experience
Discover whether a degree and a career in hospitality management is right for you

Enjoy a week, or two, packed full of unforgettable experiences. Get hands-on in all the hospitality sectors to find the one that excites you the most. Go behind the scenes at 5-Star hotels, and develop entrepreneurial and management skills alongside like-minded friends from around the world.

Whichever campus you choose, you’ll discover modern hospitality, experience new cultures and have an unforgettable summer. Make room for memories.

The world is your campus.

Start your journey wherever it takes you.

There are three ways for you to experience Les Roches in summer 2025. You can opt to base yourself at our Swiss or Spanish campus, or incorporate both into a stunning adventure! Whichever option you choose, you can be sure of a rewarding experience among like-minded young people who share your passion for fun and travel.

Crans-Montana, Switzerland

One week program

6th - 13th July 2025

CHF 3570 Two weeks program

29th June - 13th July 2025

CHF 6980

Marbella, Spain

One week program

20th-27th July 2025

EUR 2700 Two weeks program

13th-27th July 2025

EUR 4350

Combo option

First week at Crans-Montana campus and second week at Marbella campus

6th-20th July 2025

EUR 6830

*Any student who enrolls on a Sommet Education undergraduate program after completing the Summer Program will have the Summer Program fees deducted from the first semester’s tuition fees. This offer is not valid with any other scholarship package. In case of cancellation, we will refund the total amount of the program if the cancellation is made prior to 31st May 2025 in writing to the Admissions Department. 50% of the full amount will be refunded if cancellation occurs up to 15 days before the start of the program. No refund will apply if the cancellation occurs after this date.

Fees

Included in your package:

Teaching materials and practical uniforms
Accommodation – shared double room with en-suite bathroom
Full board (including meals during excursions)
One-way flight Geneva - Malaga (for combined option in Switzerland and Spain)
Activities & extras (excursions, field trips, indoor & outdoor activities, program certificate, farewell dinner)
Minibus transportation : From Geneva/ Malaga Airport to Crans-Montana/Marbella Campus and return, from Malaga train station to Marbella campus and return, all planned excursions

Exclusive summer program offer:

We hope you’ll enjoy your Summer Program so much that you decide to join Les Roches for your Bachelor program. If you enroll and are accepted, we will deduct the Summer Program cost from your tuition fees*. This offer is not valid with any other scholarship package.

* Valid for three years from the start of your Summer Program

A typical daily schedule looks like this:

Morning:

Breakfast
Activity
Practical workshop
Lunch break

Afternoon:

Interactive group work or industry visit / excursion
Leisure activity
Dinner

Depending on your choice of program and/or location, you can enjoy:

Presentation skills training
5-star hotel visits
Hands-on hospitality workshops
Team building
City/cultural tours
Fun activities

You’ll be provided with a full timetable of activities when you arrive.

14:30 - 18:00 Personal branding and global marketing workshops

19:30 - 22:00 Dinner on campus and table games

Friday, 18th July

08:00 - 08:30 Breakfast

09:30 - 12:00 Create your own chocolate at the factory

13:00 - 14:00 Lunch on campus

15:30 - 18:00 Leadership workshops and awards

19:30 - 22:00 Dinner on campus and white party

Saturday, 19th July

11:00 - 12:00 Brunch on campus

12:00 - 19:00 Sailing activity and back to campus

20:00 - 23:00 Farewell gala dinner and awards

Sunday. 20th July

All day Departures

11:00 - 12:00 Brunch on campus

This is an example program that might change. A confirmed schedule will be given to participants upon arrival.

Our campuses:

Crans-Montana, Switzerland

Stunning views and Swiss hospitality combine in a campus that blends tradition and innovation. With seasonal sports available on your doorstep, you can work hard, play hard and build friendships for life.

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Marbella, Spain

Situated in one of Europe’s premier luxury resorts, Marbella campus provides a living hospitality laboratory, with exceptional learning complemented by a student life bursting with Mediterranean flair.

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Entry requirements

Summer program Hospitality Discovery for students 15-17 years old

Aged between 15–17 years old (must meet the age requirement during the program dates) If you are 18 or more, please check the Hospitality Experience Summer Program or speak to your educational counselor
Valid health insurance
Valid passport

English language qualifications

If English is not your first language, or if you have not spent the last two years studying in a school where English is the primary language of instruction, please enclose a copy of one of the following:

TOEFL : 70 (internet-based)
IELTS : Average 5.5 and minimum 5.0 in each component
Cambridge : FCE grade C or CAE minimum 160 points
Duolingo: Score of 110, with no component under 100-105

How to apply: step by step

From application to arrival on campus

01

Visit the website

Due to a high demand for places: apply as early as possible

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02

Submit your application

03

Provide a copy of your English language level certificate

04

Fill in the parent/legal guardian consent form

05

Receive your acceptance letter

You will receive:

Acceptance letter
Invoice
Welcome guide

06

Arrange payment

Within 15 days after receipt of invoice

07

Arrival on campus

The start of your Summer Program. On your arrival day, we will greet you with:

A welcome checkpoint in the arrivals hall at the designated airport
Transportation services