Bachelor of Science programs
Admission criteria
Bachelor of Science programs admission criteria
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Admission criteria
Fall 2026 and spring 2027 intakes
Bachelor of Science Programs
Bachelor of Science in Global Hospitality Management
Bachelor of Science in Sports Business Management
Three Routes to Admission
Every applicant must meet the academic requirements for entry to the Bachelor program. The three routes below recognize different academic backgrounds and levels of professional experience.
Whether you arrive with vocational training, work experience, or are just beginning your professional journey, there is a pathway designed to help you succeed.
Route A
The Professional Fast Track
You hold a Federal Vocational Baccalaureate in combination with a Federal VET Diploma (CFC/EFZ) in the desired field of study, or a specialised baccalaureate in an occupation related to the desired field of study, or a recognized equivalent. Related fields: hospitality, food & beverage, tourism and service for GHM; sports operations, events or athlete management for SBM.
Your professional training is your ticket: direct entry to the BSc.
Route B
Baccalaureate + Experience
You hold a gymnasial (matura-level) baccalaureate, or a foreign qualification assessed as equivalent under international recognition frameworks such as ENIC-NARIC, plus at least 12 months of related work experience completed before BSc entry, verified and mapped to your program field.
Academic strength plus real-world exposure: direct entry to the BSc.
Route C
The Experiential Year
You meet the academic and English requirements but don't yet have related professional experience. Complete the pre- Bachelor Experiential Year, a preparatory immersion year of applied learning and a supervised professional internship, and build the foundation for BSc admission.
No experience yet? Start living hospitality from day one.
English for all three routes
Proof of English
· IELTS Academic overall 5.5 (no component below 5.0)
· TOEFL iBT overall 70 (1–6 scale: 3.5)
·Pearson overall 48
· Cambridge B2 First grade C / minimum 160 or C1 Advanced minimum 160
Test results must be issued within 24 months of the intended intake. Exemption with documented evidence for native English speakers, or after at least two years of full-time education in English.
Test centre codes:
- Switzerland : 9827
- Marbella: B941.
English support
For candidates whose English qualification is below the program requirements, depending on their level, campuses in Crans Monana and Marbella offer supports. More information about non-degree courses with not credits bearing can be found under the section 'Prerequisite English courses' in the academic catalogue.
Credits, length and structure
- 180 ECTS (Swiss framework); 125 US credits under the NECHE framework, including the Experiential Year.
- 3 years, semester system (6), on campus, including a professional internship.
- Pre-Bachelor Experiential Year, where required: 1 additional year.
The Experiential Year: where most journeys begin
Most Les Roches students begin with the Experiential Year, a one-year professional immersion of applied learning and a supervised internship. It builds the practical skills, confidence and industry experience on which your Bachelor studies are built, and completing it establishes the professional preparation required for BSc admission. Its credits are recognized within the US (NECHE) credit framework; it awards no ECTS credits toward the 180 ECTS Bachelor of Science, which it precedes.
BSc in Sports Business Management: Elite Performance Track
Admitted student-athletes with verified elite sports commitments may apply for hybrid and flexible delivery support. The Elite Performance Track supports how you study; it is not an admission route, and all BSc admission criteria apply in full.
Admission decisions are made under the Les Roches Admissions Policy (LR-ACA-PO-02) this page summarizes, and never replaces or weakens, the published criteria. Equivalence of foreign qualifications is assessed in accordance with Swiss ENIC guidance. Program availability by campus and intake is set out in the Academic Catalogue.
Les Roches Global Hospitality Education is institutionally accredited under the Swiss Higher Education Act (HEdA) by decision of the Swiss Accreditation Council of 20 September 2024 and holds the designation University of Applied Sciences Institute. Les Roches is also accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE).
Application
process
Your journey begins here
The application process is designed to be clear, personal, and efficient.
- Submit your online application
- Upload required documents
- Review and interview schedule
Each application is reviewed individually. Interviews and written assessments are used to better understand motivation, academic readiness, and alignment with Les Roches’ values.
Required Application Documents
- Curriculum Vitae (CV): including up-to-date personal profile, academic qualifications, languages spoken, work experience, extra-curricular activities, travel and leadership qualities.
- Official academic credentials and final transcripts
- English test score or approved exemption evidence
- Professional experience evidence, where applicable
- Identification document (passport copy)
- Personal Statement (300-word essay), signed and dated, highlighting experiences, leadership, areas of development, and future aspirations for a career in the hospitality or sports industry, and why the candidate wants to study with Les Roches.
Application process
Your journey begins here
The application process is designed to be clear, personal, and efficient.
- Submit your online application
- Upload required documents
- Review and interview schedule
Each application is reviewed individually. Interviews and written assessments are used to better understand motivation, academic readiness, and alignment with Les Roches’ values.
Support and accessibility
Learning differences and inclusive excellence
Les Roches is committed to inclusive education. Applicants with documented learning differences may be eligible for reasonable academic accommodations, subject to official documentation and academic review.
Reasonable accommodation may be considered where feasible, without compromising essential academic, regulatory or professional requirements.
Academic and language support for success
Comprehensive academic advising, language support, and student services are available to ensure each student is positioned for success throughout their studies.
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