Studying in  Switzerland

As the birthplace of the modern hospitality industry – and the home of numerous world-class luxury brands – Switzerland is the best place in the world to study these unique industries.

The country is safe, well-organized, and also highly cosmopolitan, with four languages spoken and cultural influences from neighbours France, Germany, Italy and Austria.

Languages

English is the official language of teaching and communication at Glion. However, with around 100 nationalities across our campuses you will hear a wide variety of languages spoken outside of the classroom.

You’ll also develop exceptional intercultural fluency from encounters with classmates representing all regions of the world.

Culture in Switzerland

As an alpine country, Switzerland is famous for its skiing, with the same mountains also attracting hikers and mountain bikers in the summer months.

The Highlights of Swiss Gastronomy

Cheeses, notably Gruyère, as well as the potato-based dish Rösti

The Country’s Michelin-Starred Chefs

Stéphane Décotterd, whose signature restaurant is located on our Glion campus

Swiss Wines

Although less well-known internationally than their counterparts from France or Italy, Swiss wines are highly regarded by connoisseurs

Things to see and do

Bulle campus is in the canton of Fribourg, surrounded by rolling hills and dairy farms, the cows from which are the source of the world-famous Gruyère cheese.

From its main railway station, Bulle offers transport links to popular Swiss destinations including:

St Moritz
Zurich
Lausanne
Lake Blausse
Wengen
Engelberg

What our students have to say

I never feel lonely here and I am always happy to share my best experiences with Glion people.

Polina Brolt – RussianBachelor’s in International Hospitality Business

Everything we’re studying here is fundamental to my future career, especially the leadership management programs that teach both academic and soft skills.

Victor Laursen – DanishBachelor’s in International Hospitality Business

My class was almost all from different nationalities.

Kenza Alami Chentoufi – MoroccanBachelor’s in International Hospitality Business

From A to Z, I was taught how to create and manage a successful start-up, with supportive guest lecturers always available to provide guidance and advice.

Fabienne Stanitz – GermanMaster’s in Hospitality, Entrepreneurship and Innovation

As for Switzerland, it has its own unique vibe, kind and helpful people, beautiful landscapes, several official languages and, of course, an incredible location. I’m a keen traveler and I love being able to visit other countries within 20 minutes by car.

Mariia Krasnikova – RussianBachelor’s in International Hospitality Business student

I never feel lonely here and I am always happy to share my best experiences with Glion people.

Polina Brolt – RussianBachelor’s in International Hospitality Business

Everything we’re studying here is fundamental to my future career, especially the leadership management programs that teach both academic and soft skills.

Victor Laursen – DanishBachelor’s in International Hospitality Business

My class was almost all from different nationalities.

Kenza Alami Chentoufi – MoroccanBachelor’s in International Hospitality Business

From A to Z, I was taught how to create and manage a successful start-up, with supportive guest lecturers always available to provide guidance and advice.

Fabienne Stanitz – GermanMaster’s in Hospitality, Entrepreneurship and Innovation

As for Switzerland, it has its own unique vibe, kind and helpful people, beautiful landscapes, several official languages and, of course, an incredible location. I’m a keen traveler and I love being able to visit other countries within 20 minutes by car.

Mariia Krasnikova – RussianBachelor’s in International Hospitality Business student

I never feel lonely here and I am always happy to share my best experiences with Glion people.

Polina Brolt – RussianBachelor’s in International Hospitality Business

Everything we’re studying here is fundamental to my future career, especially the leadership management programs that teach both academic and soft skills.

Victor Laursen – DanishBachelor’s in International Hospitality Business

My class was almost all from different nationalities.

Kenza Alami Chentoufi – MoroccanBachelor’s in International Hospitality Business

From A to Z, I was taught how to create and manage a successful start-up, with supportive guest lecturers always available to provide guidance and advice.

Fabienne Stanitz – GermanMaster’s in Hospitality, Entrepreneurship and Innovation

As for Switzerland, it has its own unique vibe, kind and helpful people, beautiful landscapes, several official languages and, of course, an incredible location. I’m a keen traveler and I love being able to visit other countries within 20 minutes by car.

Mariia Krasnikova – RussianBachelor’s in International Hospitality Business student

Life as an international student at Glion Switzerland

Just as hospitality is the most global of industries, so we are among the most global of schools, with more than 100 nationalities present across our campuses.

The current regional mixture among Glion students is:

48% Europe

42% Asian & Oceania

6% Americans

3% Africa & Middle East

(Stats: 2023)

As part of our warm welcome to international students, we offer dedicated visa support to help smooth your pathway to Glion from wherever you call home.

Discover the Glion experience

Accommodation

Browse our student accommodation

Visa Information for Study in Switzerland

All the information you need about applying for a VISA

What our students have to say

I never feel lonely here and I am always happy to share my best experiences with Glion people.

Polina Brolt – RussianBachelor’s in International Hospitality Business

Everything we’re studying here is fundamental to my future career, especially the leadership management programs that teach both academic and soft skills.

Victor Laursen – DanishBachelor’s in International Hospitality Business

My class was almost all from different nationalities.

Kenza Alami Chentoufi – MoroccanBachelor’s in International Hospitality Business

From A to Z, I was taught how to create and manage a successful start-up, with supportive guest lecturers always available to provide guidance and advice.

Fabienne Stanitz – GermanMaster’s in Hospitality, Entrepreneurship and Innovation

As for Switzerland, it has its own unique vibe, kind and helpful people, beautiful landscapes, several official languages and, of course, an incredible location. I’m a keen traveler and I love being able to visit other countries within 20 minutes by car.

Mariia Krasnikova – RussianBachelor’s in International Hospitality Business student

I never feel lonely here and I am always happy to share my best experiences with Glion people.

Polina Brolt – RussianBachelor’s in International Hospitality Business

Everything we’re studying here is fundamental to my future career, especially the leadership management programs that teach both academic and soft skills.

Victor Laursen – DanishBachelor’s in International Hospitality Business

My class was almost all from different nationalities.

Kenza Alami Chentoufi – MoroccanBachelor’s in International Hospitality Business

From A to Z, I was taught how to create and manage a successful start-up, with supportive guest lecturers always available to provide guidance and advice.

Fabienne Stanitz – GermanMaster’s in Hospitality, Entrepreneurship and Innovation

As for Switzerland, it has its own unique vibe, kind and helpful people, beautiful landscapes, several official languages and, of course, an incredible location. I’m a keen traveler and I love being able to visit other countries within 20 minutes by car.

Mariia Krasnikova – RussianBachelor’s in International Hospitality Business student

I never feel lonely here and I am always happy to share my best experiences with Glion people.

Polina Brolt – RussianBachelor’s in International Hospitality Business

Everything we’re studying here is fundamental to my future career, especially the leadership management programs that teach both academic and soft skills.

Victor Laursen – DanishBachelor’s in International Hospitality Business

My class was almost all from different nationalities.

Kenza Alami Chentoufi – MoroccanBachelor’s in International Hospitality Business

From A to Z, I was taught how to create and manage a successful start-up, with supportive guest lecturers always available to provide guidance and advice.

Fabienne Stanitz – GermanMaster’s in Hospitality, Entrepreneurship and Innovation

As for Switzerland, it has its own unique vibe, kind and helpful people, beautiful landscapes, several official languages and, of course, an incredible location. I’m a keen traveler and I love being able to visit other countries within 20 minutes by car.

Mariia Krasnikova – RussianBachelor’s in International Hospitality Business student

Studying in Switzerland

Languages

Culture in Switzerland

Things to see and do

What our students have to say

Life as an international student at Glion Switzerland

Discover the Glion experience

What our students have to say

Studying in  Switzerland