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Why
Vatel? Why Vatel Nîmes?
Where
does Vatel rank compared to other schools?
Are
degrees recognised abroad?
Why
is France that ideal country to study Hotel Management?
Does
Vatel use the European Credit Transfer System?
Is
it true that students do their practical classes in a real hotel?
Does
Vatel offer any courses purely dedicated to leisure and tourism?
How
many students are there per class?
Does
Vatel offer any French classes as part of the curriculum?
Are
students briefed and prepared before they travel abroad and start studying at Vatel?
Is
there a pick up service from the airport / train station?
Are
there career advisors at Vatel?
What
services does the Student Service Centre offer?
Why
should I choose Vatel?
The
reasons are numerous but your bright future is definitely the best reason.
We specialise in Hotel Management and offer a comprehensive range of
subjects that are indispensable for anyone desiring to pursue a career
as a manager in the hospitality industry. At present we have students
from over 50 different nationalities and this number is continuing to
grow. Our alumni are currently placed in some of the world’s most
prestigious hotels. This we believe is a good testimony that Vatel’s
method is working, bringing quality staff to international establishments.
Where
does Vatel rank compared to other schools?
In France there is no comparative ranking system similar to that presently
in place in the US but Vatel is definitely one of the most reputable
Hotel Management educational establishments in Europe. Vatel ranked
n° 2 in Europe, a position that we are very proud of and strive
to top by continuing to provide quality educational programmes in conjunction
to the needs of students and by listening to and being proactive to
changes and developments in the hotel and tourism industry. Independent
surveys such as those conducted by the IPSOS are unprejudiced and unbiased
and it’s for this very reason that we respect their objectivity
and neutral standpoint in ascertaining their results.
This statement can be backed up by the fact that the most respected representatives in the international hotel industry awarded Vatel the Worldwide Hospitality Award in the category of “Best Training Programme”. This is the first time that a school has been awarded this award. It’s important to be abreast of changes and at Vatel we are. We incorporate the latest developments into our programmes in an effort to satisfy the constant demand for innovation, quality and professional knowledge.
Are
degrees recognised abroad?
French
National University Degree: Vatel prepares its students for the French
National Degree. This degree can be validated in the students’
country of origin, thus granting them official recognition in their
native country. The French National degree is indisputably an asset
for any student throughout his /her professional career. Courses are
taught at Vatel in accordance to a programme that has been devised in
conjunction with the Université de Perpignan. Guest university
professors teach certain courses and the final examination will take
place at Vatel.
Eurhodip Degree: This degree is recognised by professionals in Europe and throughout the world, it identifies on one hand the students’ managerial competencies, excellent broad cultural awareness, perfect command of foreign languages and on the other hand, the technical skills and deep professional culture synonymous with the hotel and tourism industry.The final examination is organised under the supervision of European Juries.
Why
is France that ideal country to study Hotel Management?
For
over 10 years France has proudly retained its n°1 position as the
world’s preferred tourist destination with numbers exceeding 78
million tourists every year. France has an unequalled expertise in the
hotel and hospitality industry, tourism management and consequently
in the area of high level education. France is renowned for its culinary
arts, its gastronomy, its warm welcome, its hospitality and its luxurious
hotels. To be educated in France and more particularly at Vatel is undeniably
a mark of quality.
Does
Vatel use the European Credit Transfer System?
Yes,
Vatel accepts students who have previously studied at other higher level
education colleges and universities throughout Europe. We also accept
students who have studied outside of the European Union. The aim of
the ECTS is to ensure that students can make the most out of the increased
mobility and efficiency of education.
How
international is Vatel?
Vatel
is extremely international!! We can boast about 50 nationalities living
and studying side by side at the Vatel Nîmes campus. The programmes
at Vatel Nîmes are taught in English. The teaching staff consists
of both French and international lecturers.
Is
it true that students do their practical classes in a real hotel?
Yes,
that’s right students do their practicals in the 4 **** “Hotel
Vatel” which is adjacent to the school. There are two restaurants
in this hotel: Les Palmiers and Le Provençal. Students get to
work alongside professionals in all of the hotel’s departments.
This is obviously an ideal learning environment for students whereby
they get to put into practice all their theoretical knowledge.
Does
Vatel offer any courses purely dedicated to leisure and tourism?
Vatel specialises in training Hotel Management personnel.
Although there are subjects in the curriculum which focus on leisure
and tourism, this is not our main objective. However, many students
have diversified in their careers and are working in the leisure and
tourism sector.
How
many students are there per class?
There
are around 25 students per class. Smaller classes mean that the teaching
staff have more time to dedicate to students.
Does
Vatel offer any French classes as part of the curriculum?
Yes, there are French classes as part of the curriculum
for all students.
Are
students briefed and prepared before they travel abroad and start studying
at Vatel?
Yes,
Vatel offers practical advice to all students before they arrive in
France. Even throughout the application process students are provided
with prompt precise information and guidance.
Is
there a pick up service from the airport / train station?
Yes, there is a pick up service from Montpellier
airport and Nîmes train station. This is a free service which
is available a few days prior to each intake.
Are
there career advisors at Vatel?
Yes,
we offer careers advice at Vatel to all students. Our career advisors
are ready to direct you in the right direction and listen to you. A
lot of students are interested in talking to an advisor about their
future career paths.
What
services does the Student Service Centre offer?
The
Student Service Centre is a department which offers a range of services
and information to students. In order to facilitate the personal and
study integration of international students at Vatel and in particularly
Nîmes, the Student Service Centre provides additional dedicated
services and activities.
- Orientation week with assistance on all administrative work: how to
open a bank-account and apply for a student residency permit
- Introduction to the French way of life and helpful information about
the city of Nîmes
- Guided visit of the old city of Nîmes and its surroundings
- Organisation of many sports and leisure activities during days, evenings
and week-ends: seaside, outings, winter sports, golf, wine tasting…
- Organisation of social and cultural events on campus and in Nîmes
- Assistance with internship placements and part-time jobs
- Counselling service to assist students with any personal or academic
issues that may arise