Les Roches Gruyère University of Applied Sciences is the first private University of Applied Sciences in hotel management in Switzerland. It offers a Bachelor of Science in International Hospitality Management including a specialisation pathway in Food, Beverage and Operations Management that is recognised by the Swiss government and that meets the Bologna European standards. It also offers a one year Master of advanced studies.

This University uses the resources and facilities of the highly-reputed Swiss institutions of Les Roches International School of Hotel Management and of Glion Institute of Higher Education. Both of these institutions were recently ranked in a worldwide industry survey to be among the top three hospitality management schools in the world for an international career.

LRG University of Applied Sciences is fully recognised by the Swiss Federal Authorities since the 2nd of July 2008. Its Bachelor of Science meets European Bologna standards and allows students to transfer or carry on studies in other European universities, or anywhere in the world.

Life in Switzerland

Located in the heart of Europe, Switzerland is a cradle of cultural heritage and a modern hub for business and travel. No matter what you are seeking, an outdoor adventure in a glacier, valley or a luxurious excursion with shopping and fine-dining, Switzerland has something for you.

Renowned for its breathtaking mountain landscapes, delicious cuisine and a commitment to quality hospitality education, Switzerland is a perfect environment for studying.

As the birthplace of hotel schools, Switzerland has set the standards for education and professionalism in the hospitality industry world-wide. In addition to the stunning scenery of the country, the central European location offers a combination of linguistic and cultural experiences where French, German and Italian influences are melded to create a unique Swiss style.

Areial view of Bluche	Switzerland

Bluche Campus

Les Roches campus is nestled in the lovely Alpine Village of Bluche, in the canton of Valais, only 10 minutes away from the international holiday resort of Crans-Montana. Located just below 1,274 meters above sea-level, the campus sits on the sunny side of the Swiss Alps overlooking the valley of the river Rhone. The canton of Valais, called Wallis by German speakers, is divided into the French and German speaking parts and serves as a major route to Italy through the Gd-st-Bernard mountain pass.

The village of Bluche, where the campus has most of its facilities, is situated directly between the larger city of Sierre and Crans-Montana. The world class ski resort of Crans-Montana is just one funicular or bus stop away offering a wide range of slopes for all levels of skiers and snowboarders from beginners to professionals. Other accessible winter sports include sledding, snow-tubing, snow-shoeing, ice-skating, and cross-country skiing. The summer and fall seasons offer opportunities for golfing, hiking, rafting, biking, boating and other outdoor sports. Traditional Swiss chalets scattered around the campus village and Crans-Montana add a touch of traditional ambiance to these year-round tourist destinations.

Glion and Bulle Campus

Overlooking the tourist resort of Montreux, the campus of Glion's offers a panoramic and breathtaking view of the Riviera vaudoise as well as the French and Swiss Alps. It offers a unique of the Swiss Riviera which remain etched in the mind forever. The area has an unusually mild micro-climate which allows plam tress and other exotic flora to grow in the region.

Bulle is located at the heart of Gruyere, a magnificent region famous for its tourism. It is a young and dynamic City located in the Fribourg, 30 minutes away from Montreux.