How can I apply to study at HIM?
When can I start my studies at HIM?
We have two intakes per year at HIM, in September and February.
What are the entry requirements for study at HIM?
First year - Undergraduate Program(Swiss Diploma, Higher Diploma, BBA degree)- High School Diploma or equivalent
- 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 HIM 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.
Direct entries to the final term of the BBA Program- Applicants should hold a Higher Diploma in a relevant field
- English level equivalent to TOEFL 525 or IELTS 5.5
Postgraduate Diploma- Minimum age 21 years
- Bachelor's 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.*
*The Oxford Online Placement test can be taken free of charge. Please
contact us to find out your nearest test center.
MBA- Bachelors degree in any discipline
- English level equivalent to TOEFL 550 or IELTS 7.0
Do I need to have TOEFL or IELTS?
No. However you will need to have a recognized English test, or take our the Oxford Online Placement test.
Can I take English courses at HIM?
Yes, for students who do not have the required level of English for direct entry, HIM offers
English foundation courses of up to 4 months prior to starting your progamme. Students must achieve the required English level before they can start their hospitality program at HIM.
How is my internship organized?
What is the application deadline?
HIM 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 programs, 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.
