INTENSIVE HOSPITALITY AND ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROGRAM Intake: September 2018 1 The Glion Experience Intensive Hospitality and English Language Program 2018
PROGRAM OVERVIEW Intensive Hospitality English Language Program Our Intensive Hospitality English Language Program (IHELP) focuses on intensive English learning while also teaching students important hospitality industry terminology and knowledge. We offer this program to students who need help to fulfil the entry requirements of the Bachelor s or MSc programs at Glion Institute of Higher Education. Our experienced teachers tailor the course to individual student needs to improve their English grammar, vocabulary, speaking, listening, pronunciation, reading and writing. At the start and upon completion of the program at the Glion campus in Switzerland, students will take an Academic English test. Full Immersion In addition to being the home of hospitality management, Switzerland offers an exciting and stimulating learning environment and an unforgettable experience. International environment Students are immersed in an English-speaking environment on our campus so they have to interact in English with fellow students and faculty in many different social and academic situations. Cosmopolitan & diverse Over 90 nationalities are represented on our campus; students will have the opportunity to make friends and study with people from all over the world. History & culture Switzerland s stunning mountains and lakes encourage a healthy, outdoor lifestyle while it exposes students to cultural influences from France, Italy, and Germany, a rich historical heritage, and an innovative international society. The birthplace of hospitality For over a hundred years, Switzerland has enjoyed a world-renowned reputation for hospitality and is home to some of the finest hospitality institutions. 2 The Glion Experience Intensive Hospitality and English Language Program 2018
How it Works All candidates Intakes: two per year Duration: 6 weeks Hours per week: on average, 22 classroom hours plus 15-20 hours of independent learning Bachelor canidates Students must achieve an IELTS score of 5.5 to enroll in a Bachelor program at Glion Institute of Higher Education in Switzerland or London, UK. 6-week course for Bachelor candidates: designed for students who have a minimum overall IELTS score of 5.0 and min. 4.5 in every sub-component on application. Bachelor applicants in the 6 week IHELP must achieve a minimum BULATS score of 60/100 equivalent to a high B2 level on the Common European Framework of Reference to progress onto the Bachelor program. This test takes place on site at the beginning and end of the 6 week IHELP. MSc candidates Students must achieve an IELTS score of 6.0 to enroll in a MSc program at Glion Institute of Higher Education in Switzerland. 6-week course for MSc candidates: designed for students who have a minimum overall IELTS score of 5.5 and min. 5 in every sub-component on application. MSc applicants in the 6 week IHELP must achieve a minimum BULATS score of 75/100, equivalent to a high B2 /C1 level on the Common European Framework of Reference, in order to progress onto the MSc program. This test takes place on site at the beginning and end of the 6 week IHELP. Program Learning Outcomes On successful completion of the IHELP program, students should be able to: Program Content Master English at a sufficient level and in accordance with the relevant admissions requirements to be able to study on the BBA or MSc program successfully. Communicate appropriately, using both written and spoken English in Hospitality and Academic contexts to a professional standard. Apply a range of study skills, strategies and techniques to enable them to perform to the reach their full academic and professional potential. Listening & Speaking Reading & Writing English Skills Skills for Success English for Hospitality Hospitality Projects* Culture & Tourism Practical Arts Workshops* Academic English** * Only for Bachelor applicants ** Only for MSc applicants 3 The Glion Experience Intensive Hospitality and English Language Program 2018
PROGRAM CHOICES 2018 Students can undertake the IHELP in Switzerland and then continue their studies at Glion, or they can elect to transfer to London. If a student completes IHELP in Switzerland and achieves the English level required to study in the United Kingdom they can transfer in Semester 3 for the Bachelor s program. IHELP with Bachelor s Degree in International Hospitality Business (BBA) 6 weeks IHELP Semester 1 Hospitality Excellence (Practical Arts) Semester 2 Professional Immersion Semester 3 Hospitality Fundamentals Semester 4 Hospitality Management *Opportunity to study this semester on international exchange at another Sommet Education campus Semester 5 Management Practice Glion Glion Internship Bulle, London Bulle, London Internship or Marbella* Marbella* or Shanghai* Semester 6 Integrated Business Strategies Bulle or London Semester 7 Specialization and Business Project Bulle or London IHELP with MSc in International Hospitality Business 6 weeks IHELP Semester 1 Semester 2 (Including Specialization) Internship MSc 1.5-Year Program Glion Switzerland Switzerland Capstone Project 4 The Glion Experience Intensive Hospitality and English Language Program 2018
GLION CAMPUS A Hotel School on Top of the World Glion is the flagship campus and practical learning center. From the classrooms and restaurants, you can gaze across the deep blue waters of Lake Geneva to see the Swiss and French Alps. It s located on the mountainside above Montreux, a town that attracts tourists year-round with a beautiful lakeside and shopping district. The school s buildings are nestled among the village of Glion, creating a small university town with breathtaking scenery. Facts and Facilities Established in 1962 5 Student Accommodation Buildings ~350 Students 4 Bars and Restaurants 96 Nationalities 16 Classrooms and Study Rooms 47 Faculty Members Accommodation Glion provides students with on-campus accommodation, whereby students stay in a double room. Students can book a special room for an additional fee. 5 The Glion Experience Intensive Hospitality and English Language Program 2018
APPLICATION AND FEES 2018 Admission Requirements Bachelor Must be 17 years and 3 months old or above. English level: IELTS overall 5.0 and min. 4.5 in every sub-component on application. MSc All Must be 21 years old or above. English level: IELTS overall 5.5 and min. 5.0 in every sub-component on application. Equivalent English certificates such as Cambridge and TOEFL are accepted on application and all English certificates must have been issued in the last 12 months prior to admission. Must hold a valid passport. Nationals of any country can apply and follow the required process for obtaining a visa. How to Apply 1. Complete the CH or UK application form and select the IHELP program required. 2. Provide a copy of your IELTS English language level certificate or equivalent. 3. Arrange payment of the program fees. 2018 Dates 6-Week IHELP Arrival & End Dates: 21 July 2018-31 August 2018 6 The Glion Experience Intensive Hospitality and English Language Program 2018
Program Fees* Fees Include: Please note that all items below are included in the fees as stipulated above. If some items of the program are not used, then no reduction of fees will be applied. Tuition Fees and teaching materials Accommodation in a Double Standard Room Prepaid Food and Beverage Account (based on consumption) Health Insurance Airport pick-up from Geneva Airport on official arrival days 6-Week Program (CHF) Tuition fees 3,900 Health insurance 225 Lodging Double Standard Room - Shared bathroom** 1,780 Food & beverage prepaid 1,190 Total 7,095 *Fees are subject to change without notice and are stated in Swiss Francs (CHF). For more information about our terms and conditions, please refer to the document Tuition and Other Fees 2018. **Students can book a special room for an additional fee to the double room. Please refer to the tuition and fees document for accommodation fee details. Fees Do Not Include: Pocket money, laundry costs, visa fees, airport transfers in home country and flights. Exam fees for the Academic English test (Bulats) at the beginning and end of the 6 week IHELP. If transferring to the United Kingdom, all students, regardless of nationality, are entitled to Accident and Emergency care free of charge. However, for all other health related matters health insurance is required. For further information please see the Fee Schedule. Please note: in the case of a cancellation, we will refund the total amount of the program if the cancellation is made 14 days or more prior to the start of the program in writing to the Admissions Department. 50% of the full amount will be refunded if cancellation occurs up to 14 days before the start of the program. No refund will apply if the student does not attend or start on the first day of the course without cancelling beforehand. View fees Click to view full version of Bachelor s Degree fees including accommodation fee details View fees Click to view full version of Master s Degree fees including accommodation fee details 7 The Glion Experience Intensive Hospitality and English Language Program 2018
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