Imagine starting your studies in one of Europe’s most vibrant capitals. Madrid welcomes you with its buzzing energy, sunny climate, and rich mix of tradition and modern life. From strolling through the historic streets to enjoying tapas with classmates, life in Madrid is a study abroad experience to remember.
But Madrid is more than lifestyle. With the UN Tourism headquarters located here, our students benefit directly from industry leaders who contribute to teaching in the first two semesters, even face-to-face.
Why Madrid?
- Academic advantage: Live sessions with UN Tourism experts
- Cultural immersion: Explore world-class museums, learn the Spanish language, and experience authentic Iberian culture.
- Global connections: A cosmopolitan hub where you meet people and other students from all over the world.
- Quality of life: Mediterranean lifestyle, diverse cuisine, and endless opportunities for travel within Spain and beyond
Our HSLU campus in central Madrid is your gateway to both practice-oriented teaching and unforgettable cultural experiences.
After Madrid, flexibility is key. During the third and fourth semesters, you can choose where you want to live and study – whether back home, in Madrid, or anywhere else in the world. Our blended teaching format combines live online sessions, asynchronous components, and virtual teamwork, ensuring a connected learning community across borders.
Your fourth semester internship is a chance to gain real-world experience in tourism anywhere on the globe – whether it’s with a safari company in Africa, an NGO in Europe, or a hospitality brand in Asia. Accompanying online modules ensure you stay connected and deepen your learning while exploring your professional path.
Exchange opportunity
Students with outstanding academic performance may choose an additional path: instead of the online semester, you can spend your third semester at one of our partner universities abroad:
- University of Guelph – Ontario, Canada
- Napier University – Edinburgh, Scotland
- Excelia Hotel & Tourism School - La Rochelle, France
- Bremen University of Applied Sciences – Bremen, Germany
- Worms University of Applied Sciences – Worms, Germany
- IMC Krems University of Applied Sciences – near Vienna, Austria
- Laurea University of Applied Sciences – Helsinki, Finland
- Mahidol University International College – Bangkok, Thailand
- Macao University of Tourism – Macao, China
This exchange semester lets you broaden your perspective, experience another culture first-hand, and expand your international network even further.
Your academic journey concludes in Switzerland – in the heart of Europe, at the foot of the Alps. Lucerne is not only a postcard-perfect city but also a centre of tourism expertise and innovation.
Why Lucerne?
- Tourism capital: Switzerland is known worldwide as a best-practice country in sustainable tourism.
- Modern campus: Our new campus in Lucerne (opening in 2026) is designed for interactive learning in family-like classes. Find an Instagram Reel here.
- Charming lifestyle: Small enough to be friendly, big enough to be lively – Lucerne combines tradition, modernity, and a thriving student scene.
- Alpine adventures: Hiking, skiing, mountain biking, and swimming in crystal-clear lakes – the Swiss outdoors is your playground.
- Excellent mobility: Zurich, Basel, and Bern are just an hour away by train.
Studying in Lucerne means experiencing the best of Switzerland: academic excellence, natural beauty, and an unforgettable student community.
Interested? Come and join our Info-Event and find out more details by talking to the Head of Programme.
You are also very welcome to contact us for individual advice:
Phone: +41 41 228 41 30 / E-mail: bachelor.ist@hslu.ch
Further links to the programme:
→ Module- and Programme Structure
→ Study Locations
→ Admission
→ Lecturers
→ Diverse Career Prospects for Graduates
→ Frequently asked questions
