Why study Hospitality and Tourism Management in France?
France is universally ranked as the world's top tourist destination with over 90 million annual visitors, a world-renowned culinary culture, and home to global hospitality giants including Accor, Club Med, LVMH, and Michelin. Studying hospitality in France means studying at the very source of fine dining, luxury hotel management, and global tourism operations. French hospitality qualifications are globally respected Ferrandi Paris is ranked among the world's top culinary and hospitality schools — and a Paris-based hospitality degree opens career doors in the UAE, UK, Singapore, Australia, and across Europe.
🌟 France is home to Ferrandi Paris — ranked among the world's top culinary and hospitality schools — and SKEMA Business School's Sport, Event and Hospitality Management programme, one of the most industry-connected hospitality degrees in Europe.
At IVY Overseas, our counsellors have helped students from Hyderabad, Vizag, Vijayawada, Guntur, and Kakinada secure admissions to top France programmes. We guide you from profile evaluation to pre-departure briefing.
Top Hospitality and Tourism universities in France
Hospitality and Tourism Management programmes in France are offered at globally recognised culinary schools, grandes ecoles, and research universities, each offering unique industry partnerships and specialisations.
| Institution | Type | Location | Programme | Annual Fees (EUR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ferrandi Paris | Grande Ecole | Paris | Hospitality Mgmt / F&B Management | ~EUR 14,000 - 18,000 |
| SKEMA Business School | Grande Ecole | Paris / Nice | Sport, Event & Hospitality Management | ~EUR 16,000 - 22,000 |
| Excelia Group | Private | La Rochelle | International Hospitality Management | ~EUR 10,000 - 14,000 |
| Aura International School of Mgmt | Private | Paris | International Hospitality Management | ~EUR 10,000 - 12,000 |
| Universite Paris 1 Pantheon-Sorbonne | University | Paris | Bachelor/MSc Tourism & Hospitality Mgmt | ~EUR 3,000 - 6,000 |
| ESSEC Business School | Grande Ecole | Cergy / Paris | Luxury & Hospitality Management | ~EUR 18,000 - 22,000 |
* Fees are indicative for international students and subject to annual change. IVY Overseas provides current confirmed fee structures — call 91054 91054.
Cost of studying Masters in Hospitality and Tourism in France
The cost of studying Masters in Hospitality and Tourism Management in France ranges from EUR 9,500 to EUR 22,000 per year for tuition, while living costs typically range between EUR 12,000 and EUR 15,000 annually depending on the city.
Tuition Fees
Living Costs
Health Cover
Student Visa Fee
| City | Accommodation/mo | Food/mo | Transport/mo | Monthly Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paris | EUR 900 - 1,600 | EUR 350 - 550 | EUR 75 (Navigo pass) | ~EUR 1,350 - 2,200 |
| Nice / Sophia Antipolis | EUR 700 - 1,100 | EUR 300 - 480 | EUR 60 - 100 | ~EUR 1,100 - 1,700 |
| La Rochelle / Lyon | EUR 550 - 900 | EUR 280 - 430 | EUR 50 - 80 | ~EUR 900 - 1,400 |
| Toulouse / Bordeaux | EUR 500 - 850 | EUR 270 - 420 | EUR 50 - 75 | ~EUR 850 - 1,350 |
💡 Hospitality programmes include mandatory paid internships (stages) in hotels, restaurants, and tourism firms earning EUR 600 - 900 per month and significantly offsetting living costs.
Hospitality and Tourism entry requirements in France
Entry requirements for Masters in Hospitality and Tourism Management in France typically include a bachelor's degree in hospitality, tourism, business, or related field, English language proficiency, a Statement of Purpose, and relevant work or internship experience.
Bachelor's Degree
3 or 4-year degree in Hospitality, Tourism, Hotel Management, Business, or related field. BHM, BBA, and BBA (Tourism) graduates widely accepted.
Industry Experience
6 months to 2 years of hospitality or tourism work or internship preferred. Not mandatory at all schools — check individual requirements with IVY Overseas.
Statement of Purpose
SOP describing your passion for hospitality, career goals, and why you chose France. Key for Ferrandi Paris and SKEMA competitive programmes.
Letters of Recommendation
2 LORs from academic faculty or hospitality industry supervisors. References from hotel, F&B, or tourism managers carry strong weight.
English Proficiency
IELTS 6.0 - 6.5, PTE 55 - 60, or TOEFL iBT 80 - 90. French proficiency (DELF B2) accepted at public universities. IVY Overseas offers coaching.
Campus France Registration
All Indian students must complete the Campus France process before applying for the French student visa.
IELTS / PTE / TOEFL scores for Hospitality and Tourism in France
English language requirements for Masters in Hospitality and Tourism Management in France vary by institution. Most English-taught programmes require IELTS 6.0 - 6.5, PTE 55 - 60, or TOEFL iBT 80 - 90. Some public university programmes accept French proficiency (DELF B2).
IELTS Academic
PTE Academic
TOEFL iBT
French DELF/DALF
📌 Ferrandi Paris and ESSEC may require higher English scores for competitive cohorts. IVY Overseas checks programme-specific language requirements before each application and offers IELTS and PTE coaching from Hyderabad.
Popular Hospitality and Tourism courses in France
Popular Masters in Hospitality and Tourism Management courses in France include International Hospitality Management, Food and Beverage Management, Hotel Operations Management, Tourism Marketing, Event Management, Sport and Hospitality Management, Culinary Arts Management, Sustainable Tourism, Revenue Management, and Digital Tourism.
Hospitality and Tourism scholarships in France for international students
Masters in Hospitality and Tourism scholarships in France for international students include government-funded awards, institution-specific merit scholarships, and industry-sponsored grants that help reduce the cost of study.
Eiffel Excellence Scholarship (Campus France)
French government scholarship covering tuition and monthly stipend. Applications open October - January annually. Highly competitive for Masters-level students.
FSDIE Fund — French Universities
Social and cultural development fund available at public universities including Paris 1. Assists international students with living costs.
SKEMA Excellence Scholarship
Merit-based partial scholarships for high-achieving international students across SKEMA's hospitality and management programmes.
Excelia International Scholarship
Awarded to outstanding international students based on academic performance for La Rochelle's hospitality and tourism programmes.
Accor Hotels Foundation Grants
Industry-funded grants available through Accor's foundation for hospitality management students. IVY Overseas advises on eligibility.
French Tourism Industry Awards
Various French tourism industry bodies offer competitive grants for international students committed to careers in French tourism.
⏰ Eiffel Scholarship deadlines are typically January of each year for September intake. IVY Overseas tracks all deadlines and helps you submit winning scholarship applications.
Hospitality and Tourism career opportunities and salaries in France
A Masters in Hospitality and Tourism Management from a French institution opens doors across luxury hotels, F&B chains, tourism boards, event companies, cruise lines, and digital travel platforms globally. France's hospitality sector employs over 1.2 million people backed by globally prestigious brands.
Post-study work permit and PR pathway in France after Hospitality
France offers one of Europe's most generous post-study work arrangements. After completing a Masters in France, students receive the APS (Autorisation Provisoire de Sejour) — a 2-year temporary residence permit allowing full job search and work in any sector.
Post-Study (APS)
Work Rights
Residency Route
Part-Time Work
🏠 Hospitality management graduates with French work experience at Accor, Club Med, or Michelin-starred restaurants are highly sought globally — with career pathways in the UAE, UK, Australia, Singapore, and beyond.
Step-by-step application process for Hospitality and Tourism Management in France
Step 1 — Free profile evaluation with IVY Overseas
Book a free counselling session. Our experts assess your academics, experience, and goals to shortlist the best 3-5 programmes for your profile.
Step 2 — Campus France registration
All Indian students must register on the Campus France portal. IVY Overseas guides you through the DAP (Dossier Acceptance Prealable) or EEF process — mandatory for the French student visa.
Step 3 — Language test preparation
Register for IELTS, PTE, or TOEFL. IVY Overseas offers coaching from Hyderabad, Vizag, and AP offices. Allow 6-8 weeks for preparation.
Step 4 — Document preparation
Transcripts, degree certificates, CV, SOP, and LORs. IVY Overseas provides expert SOP, LOR, and CV preparation support tailored for French institutions.
Step 5 Submit applications to institutions
We assist with applications on each institution portal, ensuring correct document upload and meeting all deadlines.
Step 6 — Accept offer and prepare for visa
Once you receive your acceptance letter, IVY Overseas begins your French student visa application with Campus France approval, bank statements, and health insurance.
Step 7 — Apply for scholarships
IVY Overseas tracks all scholarship deadlines and helps prepare scholarship essays and supporting documentation for Eiffel and institution-specific awards.
Step 8 — Pre-departure briefing
Attend our pre-departure session covering accommodation, CAF housing allowance, transport cards, SIM, and French banking basics. Most programmes start in September.
How IVY Overseas helps you secure your Hospitality and Tourism Management in France
IVY Overseas has been helping students from Hyderabad and Andhra Pradesh study abroad since 2011. Our end-to-end guidance covers every stage:
Profile evaluation & shortlisting
We match your background, experience, and career goals to the right institutions and specialisations in France.
SOP, LOR & CV support
Expert writing assistance tailored for French programmes — making your application stand out from the competition.
Campus France guidance
We guide every step of the Campus France process — a mandatory step for all Indian students applying to France.
Visa documentation & filing
Complete French student visa support with a 95%+ success rate across our France student visa applications.
Scholarship guidance
We identify all eligible Eiffel and institutional scholarships and help you apply before deadlines.
Pre-departure briefing
Everything you need before you fly — CAF housing allowance, transport, SIM cards, and French banking basics.
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