Semester Abroad

Next intakes
Spring 2026 & Fall 2026

Location
Bulle (Switzerland), London (UK)

Credits
ECTS** 30 / US 15 credits

Duration
15 weeks of teaching and 2 weeks of assessments

This semester-long program has been designed to give students the opportunity to learn at the home of hospitality: Switzerland, or in London*, the thriving metropolis for business and tourism.

Upon completion of the semester abroad, students will receive a course transcript listing the corresponding passed credits.

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Experience an Academic Semester at Glion

Start at your current university

Begin your studies in hospitality or business at your home university. This program is designed for students who want to broaden their global perspective without committing to a full transfer.

Spend a 17-week semester at Glion in Switzerland or London

You’ll study alongside an international student body, experience world-class teaching in hospitality and business, and immerse yourself in a new culture, all while earning credits toward your current degree.

Take on a global internship (optional)

Enhance your professional experience with an optional internship after your semester. Opportunities are available worldwide, depending on visa regulations and your language proficiency. This is your chance to gain hands-on experience and build your network in the global hospitality industry.

Return to your university and complete your degree

Once your semester (and optional internship) is complete, return to your home university to finish your studies. The credits you’ve earned at Glion are designed to transfer back, helping you graduate on time, with added global experience and a standout CV.

Available Courses

You can choose to complete Bachelor’s in International Hospitality Business Semester 3 (BSc 1) or 4 (BSc 2) courses – for a total of ECTS** 30 / US 15 credits – from the second year classes listed below.

Students also have the option to experience an internship.

Bachelor’s in International Hospitality Business Semester 3 (BSc 1) – Hospitality Fundamentals

  • Hospitality Marketing Essentials
  • Hospitality Financial Accounting
  • Professional Communication and Academic Writing
  • Human Behaviour in the Workplace
  • Hospitality and Events Operations
  • IT Business Tools
  • General Education Elective

Bachelor’s in International Hospitality Business Semester 4 (BSc 2) – Hospitality Management

  • Integrated Marketing Communications in the Digital Era
  • Managerial Accounting
  • Management of Rooms
  • Economics for Hospitality and the Tourism Industry
  • Data Analysis for Decision Makers
  • Concept Development and Entrepreneurship in Food and Beverage Management
  • General Education Elective

*Subject to availability
**European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System

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Get to know our London Campus

Our London campus is located in Downshire House, in the grounds of the University of Roehampton (UoR).

Glion London offers a close-knit, friendly atmosphere, with easy access to all the facilities of the wider UoR campus, including its world-class library, restaurants, student clubs and sports venues.

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