Campus exchange guide

Welcome to the London campusA GLOBAL HUB OF BUSINESS AND HOSPITALITY

Welcome to the London campus

The best of both worlds

Our London campus is a very special place, where a world-class Swiss education meets a global hub of hospitality.

By studying in London, you will have access to the high academic standards that are a Glion hallmark, while also enjoying a stimulating, big city environment that places you at the heart of the fast-growing hospitality industry. Choose our London campus and get one step closer to a global career.

A global hub of business and hospitality

For our students, Glion London truly offers the best of both worlds: a modern campus with ample green spaces and state-of-the-art facilities, which sits on the doorstep of one of the world’s most exciting capital cities. From the campus steps you can reach London’s business, hospitality and entertainment hubs in around 40 minutes via public transportation.

If you are an international student, London is also a great opportunity to immerse yourself in the English language, while being at the cutting-edge of hospitality and tourism. of London’s

student population are international

41%

five-star hotels

120+

Michelin-starred restaurants

67

city in the world for university studentsQS Best Student Cities 2019

#1

The best of Roehampton campus

World-class facilities

As a Glion London student, you will enjoy unrestricted access to all the campus facilities of our host, the University of Roehampton. With a history dating back over 175 years, the four Colleges of the University create a beautiful 54-acre parkland campus, with classic listed buildings alongside modern, cutting-edge facilities. The library, a popular destination for our students, houses 1,200 study spaces and hundreds of thousands of books and research materials across five floors and nearly 8,000 meters of shelving.

Downshire House: elegance and modernity

Built in the nineteenth century, and a luxurious private residence until the 1950s, the elegant Downshire House now provides a home to our London campus. The building was extensively refurbished in 2016, to create a modern learning environment in a historical setting. We take pride in delivering a premium, personalized education that will ensure you graduate ready to make a significant contribution to your industry. You will feel at home with a friendly group of passionate hospitality students and faculty members.

Independent living

Chadwick accommodation building

Living on campus is a truly cosmopolitan social experience - you will have the opportunity to meet and mix with students from all over the world.

Chadwick is situated on Roehampton Lane, between Downshire House and the main campus. The rooms are organized as a typical house: all bedrooms are on the upper floors, with three to four rooms per floor, while the kitchen and common areas are situated on the ground floor. The bedrooms are all single occupancy, and all have their own en-suite bathroom fitted with a shower, giving you the comfort of your own space.

All student accommodation at Glion London is self-catered. A kitchen will be available for you to use in your accommodation. Your kitchen area is shared, and the equipment includes the following:

• Cooker (oven, hob and grill)

• Microwave

• Fridge

• Freezer

Kitchen area

• A single bed

• Wardrobe

• Desk

• Chair

• Shelving

• Internet access

• En-suite bathroom

The average room size is 10-12 square meters and includes:

Bedrooms

A daily free minibus to the local supermarket is available to all students.

Location, location, location

Discover South West London

South West London postcodes extend from Westminster through Kensington and Chelsea, opening out to Kew, Richmond and Wimbledon in the west and Battersea, Clapham and Streatham in the south.

Residents living in South West London are based in one of the greenest parts of the capital, yet also perfectly positioned to enjoy everything that’s great about city life. You can watch horse riders compete with the local traffic in Wimbledon Village and see herds of deer roaming Richmond Park; yet these areas are respectively just 17 and 21 minutes by train from London Waterloo Station.

The area is well served by public transportation, with services including Tube (London Underground) trains, suburban railway services and many bus routes into the capital.

Glion London is 10 minutes from cosmopolitan Putney with bars, restaurants, nightclubs and shops.

Located along the River Thames and steeped in history, with many beautiful restaurants and bars.

A 20-minute bus ride will take you to Wimbledon Village where town meets country.

Putney Richmond

Wimbledon

Shopping mall with over 255 stores, bars and restaurants. Open 7 days a week.

Central London is around 30 minutes away, with many shops, restaurants and bars.

You can watch the latest shows in the West End, which is only 30 minutes away.

Westfield Central London

West End

Get involved in student life

At Glion London, you will be the driver of your own student experience, while having the chance to try many new things. Every student becomes a member of our Student Government Associat ion, where you can make your voice heard, organize committees and events and take part in the leadership of the school. Each semester, the campuses are buzzing with events and activities: talent shows, baking and cooking competitions, cultural fairs, sports competitions, theme nights, fundraisers and much more awaits you.

To make the most of what London has to offer, our Student Affairs team organizes many exciting activities, such as theatre outings, dinners and afternoon tea, horse races, museum visits and more. Most of them are free or only require £5 to secure your place.The University of Roehampton also offers a range of bars, social spaces and catering outlets to suit all tastes. Some of the venues host events such as club nights, live music and weekly markets. There are plenty of opportunities for you to stay active through the on-campus gym and sports courts. And there are over 55 societies you can be part of at the Roehampton Student Union – ranging from the Dance Society to the Hogwarts Society to sports teams and more.Roehampton also has i ts own employment consultancy, The Unitemps, offering part-time or temporary work on campus and in the local area. Please note: Glion London’s Student Visa holders are generally not allowed to work except during internships. For more information, please check with the admissions team for your visa conditions.

• The Green Committee

• The Dining Committee

• The Wine Committee

• The Sports Committee

The London campus currently has four different committees:

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Academic programsBACHELOR’S AND MASTER’S DEGREES

Bachelor’s in International Hospitality Business

Multi-campus opportunity

The first, Practical Arts semester of our BBA program is taught exclusively in Switzerland. After this, and having completed your first internship, you can choose to continue your Bachelor studies in London. In semester four, you can choose to stay in London or spend a semester abroad on our Bulle campus in Switzerland, or in Spain or China with our partner institution Les Roches. Our programs are aligned to give you seamless exchange options that will allow you to continue your degree studies while gaining a completely new perspective.

Semester 3Bulle, London or Marbella

Semester 2Internship

Semester 1Glion

Semester 4Bulle, London, Marbella or Shanghai

Semester 7Bulle or London

Semester 6Bulle or London

Semester 5Internship

Career opportunities

Brand or marketing manager

Guest relations or concierge manager

Customer service manager

Public relations executive

Industry sectors

Luxury hotels and resorts

Fine dining, food and wine

Personal luxury goods

Yachts, private jets, luxury automobiles

Other brand and service industries

Add a shine to your career

Luxury hospitality has never been more relevant to the wider luxury sector than it is today, with its focus on delivering exceptional personal service and creating memorable experiences for clients and guests. Ranging from boutique hotels to palaces, from luxury travel and cruises to spas, and from gastronomy to fine wines and spirits, experiences continue to be the growth area within the luxury industry. Specializing in luxury and the strategy of luxury brands will provide you with a foundation for a career not only in the luxury and hospitality industries, but far beyond.

Subject 1

Analyzing the Economics of the Luxury Sector

Background

Subject 2

Building a Brand Identity for Luxury Goods and Services

Strategy and planning

Subject 4

Achieving Service Excellence in the Luxury Sector

Implementation

Subject 3

Leveraging the Marketing Mix in Luxury Industries

Strategy and planning

Subject 5

Creating Branded Experiences in the Luxury Sector

Implementation

Specialize in Luxury Brand Strategy

Reach for the sky in corporate strategy

Over the last two decades, the world of hospitality finance has grown more complex, creating opportunities for graduates who have a strong background in real estate development and asset management. This specialization will give you the skills to analyze the critical success factors in asset management for hotel and resort development projects. It covers areas such as hotel asset management and concept creation, looking at the hotel industry from the perspectives of both owner/investor and the brands operating within it.

Subject 1

Hotel Asset Management Introduction

Background

Subject 2

Hotel Feasibil ityand InternationalDevelopment

Strategy and planning

Subject 4

Global ResortDevelopment

Implementation

Subject 3

Hotel Financeand Valuation

Strategy and planning

Subject 5

EMEA HotelMarket Insight

Implementation

Specialize in International Hotel Development and Finance

Career opportunities

Asset or revenue management

General management

Area management

Investment consultant

Industry sectors

Hotels and resort development

Private banking

Investment firms

Corporate finance

Real estate

Run the business behind the show

Events come in many shapes and sizes, from major sporting fixtures to international music and film festivals, political summits, private weddings, exclusive VIP events, corporate workshops, and much more. With innovation, flexibility and adaptability the industry’s future watchwords, there will be outstanding opportunities for young, creative minds to make an impact. This specialization gives you the professional foundation to become a change-maker in global event management.

Subject 1

Analyzing theEconomics of EventManagement

Background

Subject 2

Leveraging Events inHospitality and Integrated Resorts

Strategy and planning

Subject 4

Achieving Customerand Client Satisfaction

Implementation

Subject 3

Developing StrategicRelationshipsin Events

Strategy and planning

Subject 5

Creating an EventExperience

Implementation

Specialize in International Event Management

Career opportunities

International sports events and governing bodies

Music, film and cultural events

Political summits

Event and venue management

Brands and sponsorship

Industry sectors

Hotels and resorts

Event management

Sports

Entertainment

Specialization available in Switzerland only.

Master’s degrees available in London

Master’s in International Hospitality BusinessThe Master’s in International Hospitality Business will prepare you for a high-flying career in the world’s most prestigious international hospitality brands. Designed for recent graduates or career changers, this program will give you the skills to manage people, operations and business in hotels and hospitality companies. It is available for study in either Switzerland or the UK.

Master’s in Real Estate, Finance and Hotel DevelopmentThis Master’s degree will give you a comprehensive and systematic understanding of real estate, capital markets and global hotel development. Ideal for those wanting to become a chartered surveyor, work for a Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT), consultancy, fund, bank or asset management team, this program opens the door to the world of real estate finance and hospitality development.

Accreditation and quality assurance

Accreditations and academic content are the same across our campuses in London and Switzerland.However, studying in London brings additional opportunities, such as:

Hospitality conferences 120+ five-star hotels on our doorstep Personalized learning support

London hosts several hospitality conferences throughout the year: Sleep&Eat, HOSPA, World Travel Market London. It is a great opportunity for students to network and increase their industry knowledge. Some of these conferences are included within the curriculum, with students tasked to attend in order to collect data for an assignment.

You will have the opportunity to visit some of the most luxurious hotels, new and innovative concepts, as well as unique independent hotels. We work closely with The Lanesborough Hotel, The Hilton Garden Inn, The Bulgari Hotel, The Ritz, The InterContinental Hotel Group, The One Aldwych Hotel, The Nobu Hotel and more. Some real-life case studies will take place in selected hotels. For example, you could be tasked to research and present the operations of the organization, or analyze what represents service excellence in luxury hospitality by acting as a “mystery guest”.

At the beginning of each semester, you will have the opportunity to ask for additional learning support. You must provide evidence such as a medical report or an official learning difference diagnosis in English or French which is less than 10 years old. Your request will be reviewed by our Student Affairs Manager and Senior Learning Support Manager, who will confirm what additional support you are entitled to. The Academic Office will be notified and arrangements will be put in place for future exams. Please note, the type of support may vary between campuses.

Institute of Hospitality membership Professional opportunities are almost limitless

When joining the London campus, you will be awarded membership of the Institute of Hospitality, offering many research opportunities, educational platforms, online data resources, webinars and networking events.

In London you will have many opportunities to network and rub shoulders with industry professionals. You will get a genuine professional immersion by working with famous hospitality organizations across the city, where you will also meet potential employers.

Many guest speakers visit the campus each year

We have recently welcomed the Director of F&B and Talent Officer from the Mandarin Oriental Hotel, a Chef Trainer and Author on Sustainable Eating, the Founder of Simpsons Travel, the Senior Vice President, Partner Services - EMEA & APAC at Forbes Travel and more.

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ImmigrationIMMIGRATION PROCESSES FOR STUDYING IN THE UK

Who needs to apply for a visa for the UK?

The immigration requirements for the United Kingdom (UK) depend on your nationality and how long you wish to stay in the country.

Are you a:• UK national; or

• Irish national; or

• An individual who has permission to remain in the UK to study here already (for example: pre-settled status)

You can study at Glion in the UK without any formalities.

Do you wish to study in the UK for more than one semester?

Exception: important, please read

Some students spend semester 4 in the UK as a Standard Visitor, undertake their work placement in semester 5 outside of the UK and then decide that they wish to also spend semester 6 at the Glion London campus. This is possible if the semester 5 work placement is outside the UK and as long as the decision to spend semester 6 at the Glion London Campus is decided during semester 5 and not before.

The process will be the following:

• Complete a transfer form request for semester 4 > First Standard Visitor Visa.

• Leave the UK at the end of semester 4 and undertake your work placement elsewhere.

• Decide during semester 5 that you would like to spend semester 6 at the Glion London campus.

• Complete a transfer form request for semester 6 > Second Standard Visitor Visa.

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Visa process for students staying in the UK for only one semester

The Standard Visitor Visa is for students who wish to come to the UK for only one semester.

Please note that with this visa, you must leave the UK with no intention to return after your exchange semester.

Benefits of the Standard Visitor Visa:

• There is no English language requirement

• There is no financial requirement – we advise to bring approximately £8,000, which represents maintenance for six months in the UK

• The process is straightforward

Standard Visitor Visa procedure

Find out if you are a Non-Visa NationalA Non-Visa National coming to the UK as a Standard Visitor for studying purposes, can enter the country without applying for a visa in advance.

Follow the link to check if you are a Non-Visa National. After entering your nationality, click on “study” as purpose of visit and click “6 months or less” under period of study; please see the screenshots below as a guide.

Please note: it is recommended to purchase international health insurance.

• If you are a Non-Visa National, there are no pre-arrival formalities. You should bring your acceptance letter in your hand luggage in case you need to produce it while traveling to the UK. You may enter the UK as a Standard Visitor. You will receive more details about the Standard Visitor Visa in your acceptance letter.

• If you are a Visa National, the Standard Visitor Visa application remains very simple. You must apply before entering the country from a UK Visa Application Centre abroad. When you receive your acceptance letter, you will be provided with an information guide which will take you through the different steps of the application process.

• Non-Visa Nationals coming to the UK on a Standard Visitor Visa are recommended to purchase international health insurance.

Visa process for students staying in the UK for more than one semester

Student Visa procedure

The Student Visa is for students who wish to study in the UK for more than one semester.

In order to apply for a Student Visa, we will provide you with a CAS (Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies) statement - an electronic document acknowledging that you meet the Glion entry requirements and that your profile is satisfying the requirements to successfully apply for a Student Visa.

Overview of the main immigration requirements

Below are the main requirements of the visa process which you should be aware of now. These will be provided to you in more detail once the visa process starts. Please note that the visa process only commences once you have completed the Admissions process and you have paid your school fees.

Financial requirements

You or your parents must have a bank account with a minimum of £33,000 in it continuously for at least 28 days prior to your application. Please note that our school fees are not included in the £33,000.

English requirements

You must comply with the English language requirement and you must read the information below.

Please note that English tests which you have previously provided for admissions to Glion CH or Les Roches are unlikely to meet UKVI immigration requirements.

Some nationalities do not need to do anything further or have degrees from English speaking universities which may be accepted. However, the vast majority of Glion students must take a special test known as a Secure English Language Test (SELT) which major providers offer, like IELTS UKVI.

Please note when you book the test, the words “SELT” or “UKVI” must be stated on the English test. Otherwise it cannot be accepted.

For more information please consult the website below on the minimum grade requirement, where you can book your SELT and a list of the main providers in your country (you will find the addresses on the excel spreadsheet within the website below).

Medical requirements

You may require a TB Certificate (Tuberculosis Test) if you have spent the past 6 months in one of the countries listed on the UKVI website below.

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Ready to transfer?FOUR STEPS FOR A SUCCESSFUL TRANSFER

Download and complete the Transfer Form from the Academic Office Moodle Page. Your passport will be required.

You will receive an outcome in writing from the Registry Office. Please note the academic condition for BBA1 students to be eligible to transfer is to pass all courses – for information on progression panel dates please consult the Academic Calendar.

Send your completed Transfer Form to the Swiss Registry Office at gihe.registrar@glion.edu

You will receive more information to organize your arrival on the London campus closer to the date. Should you require a visa, you will be required to provide evidence of an English UKVI test booking or that you are exempt. The London Admissions Office will provide the relevant acceptance letter in support of your visa application.

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