Founded in 1909, SHL Schweizerische Hotelfachschule Luzern is one of the two original Swiss hotel management schools and offers one of the only two Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management degrees in Switzerland accredited by the Swiss federal government and in compliance with the Bologna Declaration, as well as the regarded Swiss Diploma Dipl. Hoteliere-Gastronomin / Hotelier-Gastronom HF.
For over 100 years, the world’s finest hotels have turned to SHL to find the hoteliers, entrepreneurs and managers of tomorrow. Today, we are known across the world for developing people’s talent and training the very best in the hotel industry.
Founded in 1909, SHL Schweizerische Hotelfachschule Luzern is one of the two original Swiss hotel management schools and offers one of the only two Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management degrees in Switzerland accredited by the Swiss federal government and in compliance with the Bologna Declaration, as well as the regarded Swiss Diploma Dipl. Hoteliere-Gastronomin / Hotelier-Gastronom HF.
For over 100 years, the world’s finest hotels have turned to SHL to find the hoteliers, entrepreneurs and managers of tomorrow. Today, we are known across the world for developing people’s talent and training the very best in the hotel industry.
Only a ten-minute walk from the city centre, with a breath-taking view of Lake Lucerne, our campus offers both state-of-the-art academic and practical training facilities, as well as group rooms, independent study spaces, creative areas and lounge areas. Completely renovated in summer 2019, the school has a design that exudes a real hospitality ambience. Our four F&B outlets offer you fresh and delicious meals and beverages.
Hotel SHL, where our students live during their on-campus semesters, mirrors a modern city hotel, with various en-suite room categories for you to choose from. In addition to the spacious rooms, the student hotel offers a Community Room with a fully equipped kitchen and an attached courtyard, laundry facilities, as well as a large rooftop terrace to enjoy.
Student life
The SHL student body is made up of an exciting mix of service-oriented, ambitious, professional and creative young men and women from different parts of Switzerland and numerous countries around the globe. You will profit from joining a group of students with different backgrounds, competencies and knowledge, who enrich our campus life with an inspiring variety of cultures, languages and traditions. Start chatting with students
One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.
The Bachelor programme is designed to deliver in-depth hospitality know-how, business management expertise and professional practical skills and is offered in cooperation with the University of Applied Sciences and Arts Lucerne (HSLU).
Year 1: Food & Beverage Operations & 6-month Industry Internship
Year 2: Rooms Division Operations & 6-month Industry Internship
Year 3: Hospitality Business Administration & Hospitality Management
Year 4: International Business Management & Global Leadership
Duration: four-year full-time degree programme with 6 on-campus semesters and 2 paid internships
SHL Schweizerische Hotelfachschule Luzern
SHL SCHWEIZERISCHE HOTELFACHSCHULE LUZERN, Lucerne Switzerland
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About SHL Schweizerische Hotelfachschule Luzern
Founded in 1909, SHL Schweizerische Hotelfachschule Luzern is one of the two original Swiss hotel management schools and offers one of the only two Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management degrees in Switzerland accredited by the Swiss federal government and in compliance with the Bologna Declaration, as well as the regarded Swiss Diploma Dipl. Hoteliere-Gastronomin / Hotelier-Gastronom HF.
For over 100 years, the world’s finest hotels have turned to SHL to find the hoteliers, entrepreneurs and managers of tomorrow. Today, we are known across the world for developing people’s talent and training the very best in the hotel industry.
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About SHL Schweizerische Hotelfachschule Luzern
Founded in 1909, SHL Schweizerische Hotelfachschule Luzern is one of the two original Swiss hotel management schools and offers one of the only two Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management degrees in Switzerland accredited by the Swiss federal government and in compliance with the Bologna Declaration, as well as the regarded Swiss Diploma Dipl. Hoteliere-Gastronomin / Hotelier-Gastronom HF.
For over 100 years, the world’s finest hotels have turned to SHL to find the hoteliers, entrepreneurs and managers of tomorrow. Today, we are known across the world for developing people’s talent and training the very best in the hotel industry.
Want to find out more about the SHL Schweizerische Hotelfachschule Luzern ?
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Master
Only a ten-minute walk from the city centre, with a breath-taking view of Lake Lucerne, our campus offers both state-of-the-art academic and practical training facilities, as well as group rooms, independent study spaces, creative areas and lounge areas. Completely renovated in summer 2019, the school has a design that exudes a real hospitality ambience. Our four F&B outlets offer you fresh and delicious meals and beverages.
Hotel SHL, where our students live during their on-campus semesters, mirrors a modern city hotel, with various en-suite room categories for you to choose from. In addition to the spacious rooms, the student hotel offers a Community Room with a fully equipped kitchen and an attached courtyard, laundry facilities, as well as a large rooftop terrace to enjoy.
Student life
The SHL student body is made up of an exciting mix of service-oriented, ambitious, professional and creative young men and women from different parts of Switzerland and numerous countries around the globe. You will profit from joining a group of students with different backgrounds, competencies and knowledge, who enrich our campus life with an inspiring variety of cultures, languages and traditions.Start chatting with students
Tuition fee and scholarships
One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.
In this guide you will find:
Where to look for scholarship opportunities
How to apply to scholarships relevant to you
A list of available scholarships around the world
A scholarship application checklist
Available programs
Bachelor UG
The Bachelor programme is designed to deliver in-depth hospitality know-how, business management expertise and professional practical skills and is offered in cooperation with the University of Applied Sciences and Arts Lucerne (HSLU).
Year 1: Food & Beverage Operations & 6-month Industry Internship
Year 2: Rooms Division Operations & 6-month Industry Internship
Year 3: Hospitality Business Administration & Hospitality Management
Year 4: International Business Management & Global Leadership
Duration: four-year full-time degree programme with 6 on-campus semesters and 2 paid internships
Degree recognition : worldwide
Programme Language: English
Campus: SHL Campus, Lucerne, Switzerland
Credits: 180 ECTS points
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