Hotel & Tourism Management Institute Switzerland
Soerenberg, Switzerland
"A private hotel school in the UNESCO Entlebuch Biosphere"
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About Hotel & Tourism Management Institute Switzerland
HTMi (Hotel and Tourism Management Institute Switzerland) is a private hospitality and culinary school in Soerenberg, in the UNESCO Entlebuch Biosphere in central Switzerland. It teaches in English and runs diploma, bachelor, postgraduate, MSc and MBA programmes in hospitality, events and culinary arts. Its bachelor and MSc degrees are validated by the UK universities Ulster University and Edinburgh Napier University. Programmes combine campus terms with paid internships, mostly in Swiss 4- and 5-star hotels. HTMi also runs partner campuses in Asia and the Middle East.
Rankings & Recognition
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Ranked #17 in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026 for Hospitality & Leisure Management.
Accreditations & Memberships
British Accreditation Council (BAC)
Institute of Hospitality (UK)
EduQua certified
SQS certified
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
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Key Facts
Soerenberg, Lucerne
Location
#17
QS Hospitality 2026
96%
Pass Rate
94%
Employed in 2 Months
Ulster, Edinburgh Napier
Degree Validation
Popular Programs
International Hospitality Management
Culinary Arts
International Events Management
Postgraduate Diploma in Hospitality
MBA
MSc / MBA Dual Degree
Application Details
Application Route
Application form to HTMi
Intakes
Jan, Apr, Aug, Oct
Down Payment
CHF 3,350
Min. Age (UG)
17.5 years
Standardized Test Requirements
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IELTS (Foundation)
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5.0 |
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IELTS (Bachelor)
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5.5 |
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IELTS (Master / MBA)
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6.0 |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
85%
I-20 Processing
D visa + B permit (study)
Post-Study Work
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Green Card Pathway
Work permit (quota)
Financials
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Post-Study Work
15 hrs/week
Work While Study
Where Graduates Land
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Campus & Location
HTMi's Swiss campus is in the mountain resort of Soerenberg, in the UNESCO Entlebuch Biosphere between Lucerne and Bern. Students live and study in converted hotel buildings, with training kitchens and restaurants on site.
Campus Details
Hotel-style
campus in Soerenberg
Campus Forecast
Warmest (Jul): 15 to 25 C
Coldest (Jan): -2 to 4 C
Climate: Temperate oceanic
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Housing: On-campus hotel rooms (CHF 2
500 / term)
Dining
Dining: Campus meals (CHF 2
500 / term)
Health & Wellness
Health: Swiss-compliant health insurance is mandatory
Activities & Clubs
Mountain sports
Events
Culinary competitions
Diversity & Demographics
Pass Rate
96%
Employer Satisfaction
90%
Cost Deep-Dive
Undergraduate 4-Year (Yrs 1-3)
CHF 28,850 / term
Bachelor Degree
CHF 33,350 / term
Postgraduate Diploma
CHF 31,350 / term
MBA
CHF 35,350 / term
MSc / MBA (Dual)
CHF 36,350 / term
Optional Dissertation
CHF 11,000
Intakes & Deadlines
HTMi has several intakes a year: 3 August and 19 October 2026, then 18 January, 5 April and 2 August 2027. Each published fee package (tuition, food, accommodation and a CHF 3,350 down payment) covers a study period, followed by a 5-6 month paid work placement.
Scholarships at Hotel & Tourism Management Institute Switzerland
0 scholarships available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
High-school diploma; IELTS 5.5
Postgraduate
Bachelor's or relevant experience; IELTS 6.0
English Proficiency
IELTS (Foundation)
IELTS (Bachelor)
IELTS (Master / MBA)
Required Documents
Passport copy
Secondary school diploma and transcripts (bachelor)
Bachelor's degree certificate and transcripts (master)
English test result (IELTS, TOEFL or equivalent)
CV
Motivation letter / personal statement
Official English translations of documents
Proof of funds (visa)
Health insurance (Swiss-compliant)
Application Process
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Choose programme
Check the programme page for the intake, entry requirements and the English level needed.
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Apply online
Submit the online application with transcripts, passport copy, CV, motivation letter and English test result.
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Receive offer
The school reviews the file, may hold an interview, and issues a conditional or unconditional offer.
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Pay deposit
Pay the confirmation deposit and first-term fees to receive the official enrolment letter.
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Study visa
Non-EU students apply for a national D visa at the Swiss embassy or consulate with the enrolment letter and proof of funds.
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Arrive and register
Register with the local commune within 14 days of arrival to obtain the B residence permit and arrange health insurance.
Campus & Location
HTMi's Swiss campus is in the mountain resort of Soerenberg, in the UNESCO Entlebuch Biosphere between Lucerne and Bern. Students live and study in converted hotel buildings, with training kitchens and restaurants on site.
Bachelor's
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Bachelor's
Undergraduate 4-Year Diploma + Bachelor
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Bachelor's
Undergraduate 3-Year Bachelor (fast track)
Postgraduate
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Postgraduate
Postgraduate Diploma
Master's
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