Program Overview

  • 3-4 years

    Duration

  • 119,000.00 CHF

    Tuition Fees

  • October /January /July

    Starts

  • Full-Time

    Mode of study

  • On Campus

    Delivery Mode

  • English

    Language

An academic program that blends the best of Swiss excellence and the heritage of Ritz. Immerse yourself in a creative learning environment designed to ignite innovation while engaging interactively to build the foundation for your future career success. By joining César Ritz Colleges Switzerland, a leading Swiss federally accredited University of Applied Science Institute in hospitality, you will unlock unparalleled learning and career opportunities.

This degree provides a hands-on approach to hospitality and business education, featuring two global internships that immerse you in real-world experiences. It equips you to become a business leader or entrepreneur in industries where delivering exceptional customer experiences is paramount.

Comprehensive Hospitality Business Education

With courses covering Food, Beverage, and Events Management, Micro and Macro Economics for Tourism, Business Writing, and Financial Accounting, you’ll gain the essential skills needed to succeed in the business side of hospitality. Additionally, a broader curriculum in cultural diversity, languages, innovation, and leadership will shape you into a well-rounded professional ready to thrive in a dynamic industry.

Future-Focused Learning

With an emphasis on innovation and entrepreneurship, students can engage in the biannual International Research Roundtable, participate in Innovation Week, and even have the option to intern at their own startup. You’ll develop crucial soft skills like agility, communication, teamwork, and persuasive leadership, preparing you to excel in any business environment.

 

Key Facts

  • ECTS Credits 180 ECTS

Admission Requirements

  • Completed secondary school education (IB Diploma, IBCP Diploma, Maturité, Abitur, French Bac, 2 A-levels, high school diploma, Swiss Maturité, Swiss commercial vocational baccalaureate or any Vocational Educational Training (VET) equivalent). Direct entry options or credit transfer options may be available for IBCP, IBDP, and BTEC Candidates. For further details or an individual assessment, please kindly contact [email protected]
  • English Level: IELTS academic module 5.5 or TOEFL iBT 55. You can improve your language and study skills with our English Foundation Program
  • The successful completion of the immersion year (or relevant work experience which will be evaluated during the admissions process) is a mandatory requirement

Applying for a Student Visa 

Non-EU students need to apply for a student visa at their nearest Swiss Embassy or Consulate with their confirmation letter and proof of payment. Swiss authorities make the visa approval decision, which can take up to 12 weeks. Therefore, we recommend you allow sufficient time prior to the start of the term.

More information here.

(https://www.cesarritzcolleges.edu/en/admissions-cesar-ritz-colleges/)

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

Link to fees document: Fees & Funding

Getting a Student Visa

Since Switzerland is a part of the Schengen zone, a Schengen visa will win you the right to go to the country, but if you want to stay there as a student, you must take a few more steps. The procedures are different for EU/EFTA and non-EU/EFTA students.

After getting the acceptance letter, follows the process of setting an appointment with the Swiss embassy or consulate in your country. The procedure takes time, so make sure to set the appointment six months prior to your studying. The processing time for the short stay visas is around 10-15 days, and for long stay visas, eight to ten weeks.

For each document required, you have to provide the original along with three copies. The papers should be in English or in one of Switzerland’s national languages (German, French, Italian, or Romansh). If they are not in one of these languages, you will need a certified translation of those documents. 

Switzerland Student Visa Requirements

  • The completed and signed application forms for a long stay visa (D type) in one of the languages mentioned above. 
  • Passport – valid three months beyond the planned stay.
  • Four passport-size biometric photographs.
  • Letter of acceptance (certificate of enrollment) issued by a Swiss university.
  • Paid visa application fee. 
  • Proof of payment of the registration and tuition fees (for the first year of your studies).
  • Proof of sufficient financial coverage: copies of bank statements or a letter from the bank provided by you or your supervisor. Funds are supposed to cover living costs in Switzerland for the duration of schooling (21,000 CHF or 19,200 EUR at the beginning of each year of your studies).
  • Scholarship/Loan proof (if available) from an institution that proves that the scholarship or loan will cover all expenses for the study.
  • CV.
  • Letter of motivation, which should also include your professional plans for the future.

Submitting the Switzerland student visa application

After filling the application and completing all required documents, you should submit them in person at the Swiss embassy/consulate at the designated time of your appointment. Along with submitting your documents, you are required to pay the Swiss student visa application fee. 

After receiving your Swiss Student Visa

You may enter Switzerland after you receive a student visa. Within the first two weeks of arrival, you have to register at the local Residents Registration Office of your canton as well as visit the cantonal migration office in order to obtain a residence permit form.

B permit (a biometric card) is the type of residence permit for student stay. Prior to that, you will receive an attestation that allows you to open a Swiss bank account. It will take up to 8 weeks for your B permit to be processed. 

Student Visa Validity

The student visa or the B permit obtained in Switzerland initially is valid for one year. After one year, you have the option to extend it. However, updated proof of income is required in order for your student visa to be extended.

Protip

If you’re a student who wants to study in Switzerland but are not quite sure what are the steps of the student visa application process,  you are advised to read the following resources on Everything You Need To Know about getting a visa for Switzerland.

Work Permit

Find out all you need to know about work permit regulations for working part-time (during studies) and full-time (after graduation) in Switzerland.

Work while studying in Switzerland

For many international students in Switzerland, working while studying is an ideal option. Still, that is not recommended by some universities since it can distract and affect your academic work. With job boards and other advisory services, other schools facilitate job searches to help students. During the school year, students’ working hours are limited, and there are a few requirements they need to fulfill.

How many hours are international students allowed to work per week?

International students can work up to 15 hours a week in part-time jobs. But during semester holidays students can work full-time.

 

When are students allowed to start working?

Students from outside the EU/EFTA countries may start working only 6 months after starting their degree program.

Is there a work permit required for students working part-time?

Citizens from EU-27/EFTA states do not require authorization for short-term employment up to three months or 90 days per the calendar year. For an extended time, they will have to earn a residence permit. Third-country nationals are obliged to submit numerous documents to prove their eligibility for a work permit in Switzerland.

What job can I get as a student in Switzerland?

During your years as a student, there are many part-time jobs that you can do. For most students, employment in retail, restaurants, and others are sought-after options. However, a lack of language skills (in German, French, or Italian) can limit your employment chances. 

Work after graduation in Switzerland

Upon your graduation, you have the right to look for a permanent job in Switzerland. Prior to that, a residency permit that allows you to search for a job should be obtained. The permit is only valid for 6 months, and it cannot be extended.

What requirements do students need to fulfill in order to receive a residency work permit?

In order to receive the residency work permit, you have to provide proof that you:

  • Have graduated. 
  • Are financially able to support your say.
  • Have secured housing.

Are students allowed to work during this 6 months period?

During this six month period, graduates can work up to 15 hours a week. These rules do not apply for EU/EFTA nationals as they benefit from the freedom of movement under bilateral agreements.

How difficult is for international students to find a permanent job after graduation in Switzerland?

A non-EU/EFTA can get a job in Switzerland only if there are no qualified individuals from within the Swiss labour market or from an EU/EFTA state that apply for the position. Employers are required to show that they made “big efforts” to find qualified applicants from EU/EFTA countries or nationals who already have a permit to work. Furthermore, employers must show why those with priority to get the job were not suitable candidates for the position.

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