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DCT University Center was founded in 1991 and had its first intake of 20 international students in January of 1992. From this small beginning, the School has expanded its program offerings and grown to its present size. In this time, DCT has educated young men and women from over 45 different nations, with now over a thousand graduates who have received the valued DCT Diploma.
The school is located in the charming village of Vitznau, directly on the shores of the famous Lake Lucerne, just 20 Km from the city of Lucerne. The location of the School in this important tourism location is of enormous value to the students, because they can observe and experience in the city and its environs all the various hospitality business the lecturers discuss in their classes.
DCT courses combine operational and theoretical studies and are modular in nature, which provides for an excellent all-round hospitality education and continued personal development. All courses are taught in English in small class settings, allowing for maximum interaction between students and faculty. Programs build up toward Bachelor or Master Degrees and offer students the best possible education available today, as well as a stepping stone to further educational opportunities in the future.
There is a possibility to earn a "DOUBLE DIPLOMA" : a Swiss hotel management Advanced Diploma and an American Bachelor's Degree through one of DCT educational partners, such as the University of Massachusetts or Florida International University. Also ample opportunity to gain paid industry training and working experience in a Swiss hospitality business. Assistance is also offered for job placement by the placement office.
Highlights
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- ASEH (Swiss Hotel School Association) Accreditation
- NEASC - New England Association of Schools & Colleges, USA
- Up to date and relevant curriculum
- Quality accommodation
- Great Alumni Network
- Active Student Council
- Beautiful campus in the heart of Switzerland
- Wireless Internet (WIFI)
- Founded : 1991
- Location: Vitznau (20 Km from Lucern), Swizerland
- Language of Instruction: English
- Internship: Part of the programme
- Start Dates: January / April / July / October
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DCT Programs in Brief
Post Graduate Courses (1 year)
Eligibility: Please check the individual program page for admission requirements.
Undergraduate Courses - Hospitality Programs
- Restaurant Operations Certification
- Duration: 12 months total: 6 months of classes (2 academic terms), and 6 months of paid Swiss Internship..
- Diploma in Hotel Management (DHM)
- Duration: Eighteen to twenty-four months total: twelve months (four academic terms) of classes, and six to twelve months of paid industry training.
- Advanced Diploma in Hotel & Tourism Management (ADHM) with option to continue studies toward a Bachelor's Degree with one of DCT's educational partner Universities
- Duration: Twenty-one to thirty months total : fifteen months (five academic terms) of classes, and six to fifteen months of industry training.
- Successful completion of DCT's ADHM program may be followed by direct transfer to a Bachelor's Degree Program may be followed by direct transfer to a Bachelor's Degree program, normally requiring only an additional nine to twelve months of studies.
- Bachelor of Professional Studies Degree in Hospitality Management by Lynn University
- This program combines a Lynn University Bachelor's of Professional Studies Degree in Hospitality Management with a DCT Advanced Diploma in Hotel & Tourism Management.
- Duration: 30 to 48 months total: 24 months of classes (eight academic terms), and 6 to 24 months of paid Swiss Internship.
Undergraduate Courses - Culinary Programs
- Advanced Certification in European Gourmet Cuisine
- Length: 6 to 12 months total - 6 months of classes (2 academic terms), and 6 months of optional paid Swiss Internship.
- Advanced Certification in European Pastry & Chocolate
- Length: 6 to 12 months total - 6 months of classes (2 academic terms), and 6 months of optional paid Swiss Internship.
- Certification in European Cuisine
- Length: 3 months of classes (1 academic term).
- Certification in European Pastry & Chocolate
- Length: 3 months of classes (1 academic term).
- Diploma in European Culinary Mastery
- This program gives you advanced culinary skills focusing on the gourmet kitchen. It includes the FEC, EGC and MGC modules as well as two German Language courses.
- Length: 9 to 18 months total: 9 months of classes (3 academic terms), and 6 – 9 months of optional paid Swiss Internship.
- Diploma in European Culinary Arts
- This program gives you a range of culinary skills in both the gourmet and pastry kitchens. It includes the FEC, EGC and EPC modules as well as two German Language courses.
- Length: 9 to 18 months total: 9 months of classes (3 academic terms), and 6 – 9 months of optional paid Swiss Internship.
- Advanced Diploma in European Culinary Arts
- This program gives you a complete range of advanced culinary skills in the FEC, EGC, MGC and EPC modules. In addition, you will take two German Language courses.
- Length: 12 to 24 months total: 12 months of classes (4 academic terms) and 6 – 12 months of optional paid Swiss Internship.
- Associate Degree in Culinary Arts and Restaurant Management
- This program prepares you with both advanced culinary skills and the management theories and practices necessary to manage or own a restaurant. The program consists of the FEC, EGC, MGC, EPC and IMS modules, and two German Language courses. A required paid Swiss Internship of at least six months will help you put polish on the skills you develop on-campus.
- Length: 21 to 30 months total: 15 months of classes (5 academic terms), and 6 – 15 months of paid Swiss Internship.
Eligibility: Please check the individual program page for admission requirements.
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