ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

2025-2026 INTAKE

To apply for one of the educational programs at Vatel Bordeaux, applicants must follow the application process available here and comply with the appropriate entry requirements.

If you are interested in joining us or are unsure about your eligibility for a particular program, our international admissions team will be happy to accompany you through the application process.

If you need a visa to study in France, please apply in advance to allow enough time to complete the immigration process.

UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAM

• High School Diploma / High School Leaving certificate
• To study in English: Equivalent to IELTS 6.0, TOEFL ibt 80, TOEIC 745 points, Cambridge B2 First FCE 160 points
• To study in French: Equivalent to CEFR B2: DELF / TCF B2 (minimum)

POSTGRADUATE PROGRAM

• Direct entry: Bachelor’s degree in Hotel & Tourism Management or Bachelor’s degree in Business, Management or Hospitality with 6
months work experience in hotels or restaurants
• Depending on your profile, you will need to register to the Foundation Year before starting the MBA
• To study in English: Equivalent to IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 90, TOEIC 835 points, Cambridge C1 First FCE 180 points
• To study in French: Equivalent to CEFR B2: DELF / TCF B2 (minimum) DALF C1 (recommended)

Depending on your profile, you will need to register to the Foundation Year before starting the MBA
• To study in English: Equivalent to IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 90, TOEIC 835 points, Cambridge C1 First FCE 180 points
• To study in French: Equivalent to CEFR B2: DELF / TCF B2 (minimum) DALF C1 (recommended)

Match & Chat with a student

From mid november, you can be put in touch with international students during virtual open days or on request.

He/she will be able to accompany you, answer all your questions and above all share his/her experience!