{"id":42,"date":"2013-10-15T22:33:36","date_gmt":"2013-10-15T22:33:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/swisslinx.org\/?page_id=42"},"modified":"2013-10-30T17:40:13","modified_gmt":"2013-10-30T17:40:13","slug":"les-roches-gruyere-university-of-applied-science-lrg","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/swisslinx.org\/academic-institutions\/hotel-and-hospitality\/les-roches-gruyere-university-of-applied-science-lrg\/","title":{"rendered":"Les Roches Gruy\u00e8re University of Applied Science (LRG)"},"content":{"rendered":"

Les Roches Gruy\u00e8re University of Applied Science (LRG)<\/h1>\n
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\"\"LRG University of Applied Sciences is the first private university to deliver hospitality management programmes, authorised by the Swiss Federal Authorities. LRG-UAS delivers the quality of Swiss education in an international atmosphere using the academic resources and facilities of two renowned universities: Glion Institute of Higher Education and Les Roches International School of Hotel Management.<\/p>\n

LRG-UAS offers a Bachelor of Science degree with two specializations delivered in two unique locations:
\n\u2022 International Hospitality Management-Bulle Campus<\/strong>
\n\u2022 Food, Beverage and Operations Management-Bluche Campus<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n

The\u00a0Master of Advanced Studies (MAS)<\/strong>\u00a0programme for postgraduate students is offered on the Bulle campus.<\/p>\n

*GIHE and Les Roches, our sister schools, are accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) in the USA. They are not part of the federally authorised UAS.<\/p>\n

The Academic Model of LRG University of Applied Science<\/h3>\n

The action based learning curriculum of LRG-UAS builds student knowledge through a blend of the following educational tools:<\/p>\n

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  • hands on experience<\/li>\n
  • problem based learning approaches<\/li>\n
  • case studies.<\/li>\n
  • Integrating theory into practice<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Transforming young adults into effective professionals for complex service environments also requires mentoring outside the classroom. Students are encouraged to develop soft skills, an attention to detail in their work approaches, and self management to embody the Swiss work ethos.<\/p>\n

    International Student Body<\/h3>\n

    The international environment of the LRG University of Applied Sciences\u2019 two campuses introduces students to the importance of managing cultural diversity. Through group projects and campus events, students develop strategies to understand other people\u2019s perspectives. The atmosphere of each campus gives students an excellent start to their international careers where consideration of multi-cultural clients and colleagues will be central to their working lives.<\/p>\n

    Campus Information<\/h3>\n

    LRG University of Applied Sciences runs programmes on\u00a0the campuses of our sister schools: Glion Institute of Higher Education for Bulle and Glion campus, and Les Roches International School of Hotel Management for Bluche.*<\/p>\n

    Bulle Campus<\/strong><\/p>\n

    This modern university-style campus offers a breath of fresh air in the city of Bulle. Centrally located, the Bulle campus has modern facilities for mature students.<\/p>\n

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    • Traditional\u00a0and apartment style accommodations<\/li>\n
    • 2\u00a0Restaurants<\/li>\n
    • Lobby Bar<\/li>\n
    • Access to\u00a0a fitness center<\/li>\n
    • 4 Auditoriums<\/li>\n
    • Study Rooms<\/li>\n
    • Extensive Library<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      The region of Bulle has a little of everything: traditional restaurants, modern shopping complexes, historical sites and outdoor adventures. Only 30-40 minutes away from major cities like Bern, Lausanne\u00a0and Fribourg, Bulle campus\u00a0offers a\u00a0convenient jumping-off place for\u00a0outings and activities.<\/p>\n

      Bluche Campus<\/strong><\/p>\n

      Keeping with the tradition of Swiss hospitality,\u00a0Bluche campus\u00a0offers student accommodations in a comfortable and cozy village-style setting. The accommodation and academic buildings are spread throughout the village of Bluche, only ten minutes away from the tourist town of Crans-Montana where sporting activities, restaurants, clubs and luxury stores keep our students busy year-round. The campus has all of the necessary modern facilities:<\/p>\n

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      • Traditional and apartment-style accommodations<\/li>\n
      • Four student-run restaurants<\/li>\n
      • Lobby coffee bar<\/li>\n
      • Library<\/li>\n
      • Auditorium<\/li>\n
      • Fitness center\u00a0and a full-time sports and activities coordinator<\/li>\n
      • Football field, basketball and volleyball courts<\/li>\n
      • Wireless Internet throughout<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        With all of these resources\u00a0on-site and the incredible Swiss public transportation to larger cities\u00a0in Switzerland and Europe,\u00a0Les Roches campus offers an ideal place to study and make life-long friends!<\/p>\n

        Glion Campus<\/strong><\/p>\n

        The preparatory semester of the International\u00a0Hospitality Management Program\u00a0takes place on the\u00a0Glion campus located above the city of Montreux overlooking the Lake Geneva region and the Swiss Alps. This campus\u00a0offers an ideal location for practical courses in restaurant and hotel operations. The campus extends through 4 buildings directly\u00a0on-site and offers the following modern facilities:<\/p>\n

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        • On-site accommodations<\/li>\n
        • 4 Student-run restaurants<\/li>\n
        • Coffee Bar<\/li>\n
        • Fitness Center and Gymnasium<\/li>\n
        • Library<\/li>\n
        • Computer Laboratories<\/li>\n
        • Auditorium<\/li>\n
        • Wireless Internet<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          The town of Montreux is easily accessible in 5 minutes\u00a0from the campus by\u00a0taxi, bus or train. Montreux offers a diverse selection of bars, restaurants, cinema, shopping, a casino, and beautiful scenery. From Montreux, it is possible to reach Geneva Airport within 45 minutes and visit other major cities in Switzerland.<\/p>\n

          *GIHE and Les Roches, our sister schools, are accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) in the USA. They are not part of the federally authorised UAS.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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