VATEL Bordeaux - International Business School - Hotel, Tourism, Wine & Spirits Management

Since 1994, Vatel Bordeaux has been training future professionals and leaders in hospitality, tourism, and wine management. As part of the Vatel Group, the 1st Worldwide Business School Group in Hospitality and Tourism Management with 50 campuses across 32 countries and over 50,000 alumni, our institution combines international prestige with local excellence.

Located in the heart of Bordeaux, a city recognized worldwide for its art of living, gastronomy, and vineyards, Vatel Bordeaux offers Bachelor and MBA programs taught in English or French. Students can also specialise in International Wine & Spirits Management, a field deeply connected to the region’s heritage and expertise. Our educational approach is based on the balance between academic theory and professional experience. Through internships and practical training, students apply their knowledge in real conditions within our 4-star eco-labeled teaching hotel, our on-site restaurant, and a network of more than 300 partner hotels, restaurants, and vineyards in France and abroad.

Beyond academic excellence, Vatel Bordeaux fosters values of discipline, creativity, and multicultural openness. The campus provides a full student support services, from accommodation and orientation to career guidance and personal development. In Bordeaux, students benefit from a dynamic international learning environment, a vibrant student life and strong industry connections.

Choosing Vatel Bordeaux means joining a renowned business school ranked among the top 15 institutions worldwide in Hospitality and Leisure Management (QS World University Rankings 2025). It’s an opportunity to gain a global perspective, build a strong professional network, and prepare for a successful career in the hospitality, tourism, or wine & spirits industries. Join Vatel Bordeaux and shape the next generation of international hospitality!

Entry Requirements

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

Step #1 Application

Candidates are required to submit their applications online.

Step #2 Entry Exam

After receiving their application and confirming their eligibility, the Admissions Team will invite the candidates to take a 2-step entry exam:

• Online tests: General and hospitality knowledge, English &/ or French, Personality test for Bachelor and MBA candidates + an essay (1 or 2 pages for MBA candidates)
• An online interview by Zoom in English or French, depending on the language (30 minutes for Bachelor candidates / 45 minutes for MBA candidates)

Entry exam fees: €130

The Admissions Team will inform the candidates of their decision within 48 to 72hours after completion of the Entry Exam. They will then send step 1 of the enrollment process in case of acceptance.

Step #3 Registration

Confirm your enrolment within 1 month after receipt of the step 1 documents.

The QS World University Rankings published by Quacquarelli Symonds places Vatel 1st school in France, by subject in Hospitality & Leisure Management.

Five Reasons to Choose Vatel Bordeaux

Member of the 1st worldwide group of Hospitality Management Schools

Benefit from the VATEL network with 50 campuses located in 30 countries, 59 nationalities, 9,000 students & 45,000 Alumni.

A real hands-on approach

Join a 5-year curriculum where your professional ambitions will be stimulated by practical training, internships and challenging classes. Be immersed in a multi-cultural environment and courses taught by professionals in the field and international lecturers.

Professional Opportunities

Thanks to its curriculum, its network of partners and Alumni, Vatel Bordeaux prepares the students and boosts their employability.

Student's support & Premium facilities

Our dedicated staff takes care of the students from the moment they apply until they graduate. Tailor-made advice, visa, housing, healthcare support and professional guidance are their everyday missions.

Our 2 campuses are designed to provide the best learning experience. They comprise a 4* Hotel, a restaurant ‘Les Tables Vatel’ and a panoramic banqueting room with a terrace overlooking the Garonne river. All our facilities are respectful of the environment and benefit from an ecolabel.

Bordeaux: One of the best places to study in France

Bordeaux combines an ‘Art de vivre’, allying tradition (vineyards, gastronomy, UNESCO Heritage) and modernity. Its ideal location in the South West of France, only 2 hours away from Paris and the other European capitals, makes it one of the most attractive cities in France.

Student Life

The Student Council (BDE VATEL Bordeaux) is there to offer you the best student experience!

The team offers a wide variety of activities (afterworks, wine tastings, sports events and charity events…), negotiates partnerships with bars, restaurants, sports facilities & organises a tutoring service.

Two major events are organised: the ‘Gala’ celebrates the end of the year before students start their internships, and the ‘Integration Weekend’, organised to integrate the new students and to transmit Vatel Bordeaux’s values.