Admission Requirements
Les Roches students want to become future business leaders – to travel and study abroad, and to seek an education that allows them to experience it all.
To maintain its world-leading reputation for excellence, Les Roches takes a holistic approach to student admissions, evaluating a range of criteria.
If you have any questions regarding requirements please contact us
Completed application form
With all pertinent supporting documents.
Academic requirements
Senior high school diploma, or equivalent. Documents are accepted in English for all campuses. Additionally, in French, German and Italian for our Swiss campus; and Spanish, French and Portuguese for our Spanish campus. Otherwise, an official notarized translation in English will be required. Additional credentials (SAT/ACT scores, AP and International Baccalaureate courses and programs) are highly encouraged, but not required.
Minimum age
17 years and 6 months by program entry date.
Resume
To include personal profile, academic qualifications, languages spoken, work experience, extra-curricular activities, travel, and leadership qualities.
Study/post-study plan
A 300-word essay, signed and dated, highlighting experiences, leadership, areas of development, and future aspirations for a career in the hospitality experience industry, and why youwant to study with Les Roches.
Admission assessment
By written exercise and interview. Prospective students should acquaint themselves with some aspect of the hospitality business – through internships, shadow opportunities, industry-related employment or informational interviews – before applying.
English language
Must be proficient enough for higher education studies. English language exam scores (issued in the last 12 months) are required for non-native speakers, or those who have not spent the last two years in full-time English education.
| TOEFL* | IELTS Academic** | Cambridge*** | |
| BBA |
525 (paper-based) 70 (internet-based) |
Average 5.5 and minimum 5.0 in each component | FCE: grade C (minimum 160 points)CAE: minimum 160 points |
| Diploma
(China only) |
500 (Paper-based) 61 (internet-based) |
Average 5.0 and mimimm 5.0 in each component | FCE: grade C (minimum 160 points)CAE: minimum 160 points |
* The Les Roches Switzerland TOEFL testing code number is 9827
**IELTS Academic has four component (writing, reading, speaking, listening)
***Cambridge: First Certificate Exam (FCE) or Advanced Certificate (CAE)- please also provide statement of results
Improve your English
We offer short English programs for students looking to improve their English
Students with learning differences
Les Roches will assist students with learning differences in assessing their potential to enter and succeed at the school. The physical nature of service or kitchen practical courses requires students to be able to perform a wide range of duties similar to those performed in the industry.
Students with certain learning differences, such as dyslexia, are accommodated with appropriate support, additional time to complete examinations and special test conditions. Applicants should write to the School for further information and requests for support should be accompanied by official documentation detailing the diagnosis.
Minimum age
- 24 for Executive Master’s
- 23 for MBA
- 21 for all other programs
Qualifications
Bachelor degree for all programs
Those without a degree can still access the postgraduate curriculum and will receive a professional development diploma.
English Level
Must be proficient enough for higher education studies. English language exam scores (issued in the past 12 months) are required for non-native speakers, or those who have not spent the past two years in full-time English education.
Minimum English language exam scores:
| Program | TOEFL* | IELTS Academic** | Cambridge*** |
| Executive Master’s/PGD/PDD in International Hotel Management (Spain) | Minimum of 80 points. | Average 6.0 and minimum of 5.5 in each component (writing, reading, speaking, listening). | First Certificate Exam (FCE): grade A.
Advanced Certificate (CAE): grade C. |
| All other postgraduate programs in Switzerland/Spain/China | 525 (paper-based)
70 (internet-based) |
Average 5.5 and minimum 5.0 in each component | FCE: grade C (minimum 160 points)CAE: minimum 160 points |
*The Les Roches Switzerland TOEFL testing code number is 9827. The Les Roches Marbella TOEFL testing code number is B941.
**IELTS Academic has four components (writing, reading, speaking, listening)
***Cambridge: First Certificate Exam (FCE) or Advanced Certificate (CAE)- please also provide statement of results
Help with your English
Those marginally below the stated official English level can take additional English support classes prior to the intended program.
Students with learning differences
Les Roches will assist students with learning differences in assessing their potential to enter and succeed at the school. The physical nature of service or kitchen practical courses requires students to be able to perform a wide range of duties similar to those performed in the industry.
Students with certain learning differences, such as dyslexia, are accommodated with appropriate support, additional time to complete examinations and special test conditions. Applicants should write to the School for further information and requests for support should be accompanied by official documentation detailing the diagnosis.
Candidates can apply for direct entry into the Les Roches BBA program. If you are unsure of your qualification or credit transfer possibilities, please contact us for an academic evaluation for direct entry.
Previous education:
Applicants may apply with one of the following:
Les Roches Higher Diploma in Hotel Management or Diploma in Hotel Management
BTEC Higher National Diploma.
Diploma of a hotel school or other recognized diploma (minimum program length of 2.5 years).
Other diplomas:
Applications from students wishing to transfer from other programs will be considered. Appropriate entry level will be determined according to their qualifications. In order to make a formal academic evaluation, candidates are required to submit an official program outline and transcript of previous studies.
Professional experience:
Please provide copies of work experience certificates in the hotel industry, if applicable.
English Level
Must be proficient enough for higher education studies. English language exam scores (issued in the past 12 months) are required for non-native speakers, or those who have not spent the past two years in full-time English education.
Minimum English language exam scores for the BBA
Must be proficient enough for higher education studies in English. English language exam scores (issued in the last 12 months prior to the intended intake) are required for non-native English speakers, or those who have not spent the last two years in full-time English education.
Required English exam scores:
IELTS Academic:
Average 6.0 and minimum of 5.5 in each component (writing, reading, speaking, listening).
TOELF (ibt):
Minimum of 80 points (Spain and Switzerland).
The Les Roches Marbella TOEFL testing code number is B941.
The Les Roches Switzerland TOEFL testing code number is 9827.
Cambridge:
First Certificate Exam (FCE): grade A (for Spain and Switzerland).
Advanced Certificate (CAE): grade C (Spain and Switzerland).
Students with learning differences
Les Roches will assist students with learning differences in assessing their potential to enter and succeed at the school. The physical nature of service or kitchen practical courses requires students to be able to perform a wide range of duties similar to those performed in the industry.
Students with certain learning differences, such as dyslexia, are accommodated with appropriate support, additional time to complete examinations and special test conditions. Applicants should write to the School for further information and requests for support should be accompanied by official documentation detailing the diagnosis.
