How can I apply to study at SHMS?
When can I start my studies at SHMS?
We have two intakes per year at SHMS, in February and September.
What are the entry requirements for study at SHMS?
First year – Undergraduate Programme- Students must have successfully completed their high school diploma
- English level equivalent to TOEFL 500, IELTS 5.0 or 50 points on the Oxford Online Placement Test.*
- Minimum age 17 years
(Please note that students must be 18 years old to commence their industry internship. Students who have not attained this age will be required to complete a second academic term at SHMS before commencing their internship placement.)
Direct entries into second or third year may be possible for students who hold appropriate academic qualifications in Hospitality. Please
contact us for further information.
Postgraduate Diploma- Bachelors degree in any discipline or at least 3 years work experience in a supervisory position in any industry
- English level equivalent to TOEFL 500, IELTS 5.0 or 50 points on the Oxford Online Placement Test.*
MA, Master in International Hospitality Management & Online MA:
- Bachelor Degree in a related discipline AND at least 8 months relevant work experience
- English level equivalent to TOEFL 550 or IELTS 6.0
- Mature applicants with over 5 years supervisory work experience, may be considered without higher qualifications
MIB, Masters in International Business and Hotel, Resort and Spa Management- Successful completion of an SEG Postgraduate Diploma
- Undergraduate Degree in Hotel Management or related discipline
(Applications for direct entry will be examined for students with other relevant qualifications)
*The Oxford Online Placement test can be taken free of charge. Please contact us to find out your nearest test center.
Do I need to have TOEFL or IELTS?
No, for Undergraduate Programmes the SHMS PGD and MIB, you will need to have a recognised English test, or take the Oxford Online Placement test. For entry to the MA, you will need TOEFL or IELTS.
Can I take English courses at SHMS?
Yes, for students who do not have the required level of English for direct entry, SHMS offers
English foundation courses. Students must achieve the required English level before they can start their hospitality programme at SHMS.
How is my internship organised?
What is the application deadline?
SHMS operates on a
rolling admissions process. As such, there is
no explicit deadline for applications for a particular intake. However, given the limited number of places in the programmes, we recommend that candidates initiate the application process as early as possible.
This is especially important for students who require a visa to study in Switzerland. In certain countries it may take up to 12 weeks for a visa to be approved.
