What is a Masters in
Tourism Management in France?
A Masters in Tourism Management is a postgraduate degree that prepares you to lead, innovate, and manage within the global tourism and hospitality industry \u2014 from destination marketing and cultural heritage to eco-tourism, travel technology, and luxury hospitality.
France is the most natural place in the world to study this. With 90+ million international visitors per year, France leads the planet in tourism arrivals. Paris, the French Riviera, Bordeaux, the Alps, Provence, and the Loire Valley represent every major tourism segment \u2014 cultural, adventure, gastronomy, luxury, MICE, and eco-tourism.
French universities and business schools offer programs that blend academic rigour with real-world industry exposure. Mandatory internships at global hotel groups, destination management organisations, and luxury travel brands mean you graduate with European work experience \u2014 not just a degree.
France Tourism
By the Numbers
Université d'Angers (ESTHUA)
Vatel International
SKEMA Business School
KEDGE Business School
Grenoble Ecole de Management
Sorbonne Université (IREST)
TBS Education
EM Lyon Business School
Université Côte d'Azur (Nice)
ESSEC Business School
Université de La Rochelle
Université de Perpignan
Université d'Angers (ESTHUA)
Vatel International
SKEMA Business School
KEDGE Business School
Grenoble Ecole de Management
Sorbonne Université (IREST)
TBS Education
EM Lyon Business School
Université Côte d'Azur (Nice)
ESSEC Business School
Université de La Rochelle
Université de Perpignan
6 Reasons France is
the Best Place to Study
Tourism Management
No country on Earth receives more tourists than France. Here is why studying tourism management here gives you an advantage no other country can match.
#1 Tourist Destination on Earth
France welcomes over 90 million international visitors every year — more than any other country. Studying tourism here means learning inside the world’s most successful tourism ecosystem, not reading about it from a textbook.
The Global Tourism Capital
Paris alone attracts 38 million visitors annually. Add the French Riviera, the Alps, Bordeaux wine country, Loire Valley châteaux, and Provence — France offers every tourism segment: cultural, luxury, adventure, eco, gastronomy, and MICE.
Mandatory Industry Internships
French tourism masters programs mandate 4–6 month internships with leading hotel groups, destination management organisations, tour operators, and luxury travel brands. You graduate with real European industry experience.
World-Class Hospitality Heritage
France created modern hospitality. Accor, Club Med, and Sodexo are all French. The country’s hotel, gastronomy, and events industry is the global benchmark — and French schools have deep pipelines into all of them.
2-Year Post-Study Work Visa
France’s APS permit gives you the right to live and work in France after graduation, with full Schengen zone access — a direct path to careers in European tourism, hospitality, and travel tech.
Unbeatable Value for Money
Public university tourism masters cost just €243–€500/year. Even top private schools charge €10K–€18K/year — a fraction of what UK or Swiss hospitality schools charge, with equal or stronger industry recognition across Europe.
Tourism Programs in France
\u2014 by School
Select a school to explore its tourism programs and USPs. Also browse related programs: Masters in Management, Luxury Brand Management, Marketing, and International Business.
ESTHUA — Univ. d'Angers
#1 Tourism
Programs Offered
Why ESTHUA — Univ. d'Angers
Ready to apply to ESTHUA — Univ. d'Angers?
What Indian Students
Need to Qualify
These are baseline criteria. Our counsellors assess your profile individually and tell you exactly where you stand.
Academic Score & Accepted Degrees
Bachelor's degree (3 or 4 years) in any stream — tourism, hospitality, business, arts, humanities, or science. ESSEC and EM Lyon expect 70%+ (CGPA 7.0+). SKEMA and KEDGE accept 60%+. Vatel and public universities like Angers and Sorbonne work with 55%+. Prior tourism or hospitality experience is helpful but not mandatory.
Tourism Experience Helpful
While not always required, internships or work experience in hotels, travel agencies, event management, or tourism boards significantly strengthen your application at top schools like ESSEC and Vatel. A strong hospitality portfolio is the single biggest differentiator for competitive programs.
English Proficiency
IELTS 6.0–6.5 (no band below 5.5) or TOEFL iBT 80+. French language is NOT required for English-taught programs. ESSEC accepts an MOI certificate if your bachelor's was taught entirely in English for 3+ years. Learning basic French improves daily life and career prospects in France.
Work Experience
Not strictly mandatory, but internships or work experience in the hospitality and travel industry — hotels, airlines, travel tech platforms, destination management, or event planning — significantly strengthen your application. ESSEC and Vatel value 6–12 months of relevant professional exposure. Experience in luxury hospitality, cruise lines, or eco-tourism ventures is highly regarded.
Documents Required
Statement of Purpose (1–2 pages, essay-style), 2–3 Letters of Recommendation (1 academic + 1 professional preferred), updated CV, all academic transcripts, passport copy, and any relevant hospitality certifications or event management portfolios. Important: Charpak Scholarship SOPs are checked for plagiarism and AI-generated content is now flagged — always write your own.
Not sure if you qualify? Our counsellors do a profile analysis and tell you which schools you can get into \u2014 and what it takes to strengthen your application.
When to Apply for Tourism Masters
in France
French business schools follow a rolling admissions model. Applying early gives you the best chance at scholarships and preferred campus choices.
September / Fall Intake
Primary Intake — Most Programs
Round 1 (Early)
Best scholarship chances
Round 2 (Regular)
Main application window
Round 3 (Late)
Limited seats, fewer scholarships
Classes Begin
Orientation typically starts late August
January / Spring Intake
Select Programs Only
Applications Open
Fewer schools offer Jan intake
Application Deadline
Rolling admissions at most schools
Visa Processing
Allow 6–8 weeks for Campus France
Classes Begin
Some schools start late January
Pro tip: Apply in Round 1 (October–December) for the September intake. This gives you the highest scholarship allocation, more campus choices, and ample time for visa processing through Campus France.
Most top schools like SKEMA, KEDGE, and Vatel International fill their seats by Round 2. Don't wait for Round 3 unless you have no other option.
Tourism Management in France
\u2014 Tuition Fees
Part-time work (20 hrs/week permitted) and paid internships significantly offset living costs of \u20ac800\u2013\u20ac1,100/month.
| University | Annual Tuition |
|---|---|
| Université d'Angers (ESTHUA) | €243/year |
| Sorbonne Université (IREST) | €243/year |
| Université Côte d'Azur (Nice) | €243/year |
| Université de La Rochelle | €243/year |
| Université de Perpignan | €243–€500/year |
| Vatel International | €12,000–€16,000/year |
| SKEMA Business School | €14,000–€18,000/year |
| KEDGE Business School | €12,000–€16,000/year |
| Grenoble Ecole de Management | €13,000–€17,000/year |
| TBS Education | €11,000–€15,000/year |
| EM Lyon Business School | €14,000–€18,000/year |
| ESSEC Business School | €15,000–€18,000/year |
Total Budget Estimate
Fee Insight
French public universities charge only \u20ac243/year for masters programs \u2014 making France one of the most affordable countries in the world for a tourism degree.
*Fees are approximate and change each intake. Contact our counsellors for current, scholarship-adjusted figures.
Scholarships for Tourism
Management in France
Excellence Eiffel Scholarship
Charpak Excellence Masters
School Merit Scholarships
Early Bird Scholarship
Tourism Industry Scholarships
Public University Near-Free Tuition
Scholarship availability changes each intake cycle. Our team tracks these in real-time \u2014 speak to us before you apply.
We've lived this
journey.
We walk it with you.
We've stood where you are \u2014 uncertain, hopeful, and afraid of getting it wrong.
What began as our own journey to France became a promise to guide others with honesty, not pressure. Our founders and partners don't just know about France \u2014 they live in Europe. Our co-founder pursued her Masters in France and calls Paris home today.
She didn't read about the experience online. She lived it. That means when you talk to us, you get reality \u2014 not a sales pitch built on brochures. We tell you what university interviews feel like. What the visa process actually requires. What Paris costs in January. What you'll miss about India, and what you'll love about France.
"We are always there to help or guide you \u2014 anytime \u2014 from India to France, forever."
\u2014 StudyFrance Founders & Co-owner, Paris
Our End-to-End Services
University Selection & Shortlisting
We match you with the right schools based on your profile, budget, and career goals — not what's easiest to sell.
Application & SOP Crafting
Our team has reviewed hundreds of successful applications to top French tourism and hospitality schools. We know what works.
Scholarship Guidance
We track all scholarship cycles and help you apply for every opportunity you qualify for — government and school-level.
Visa Support — Zero Guesswork
France visa applications can be complex. We guide you through every document, every step, with zero confusion.
Pre-Departure & Settlement Support
From accommodation hunting in Paris to setting up your French bank account — before and after you land.
Ongoing Mentorship — Always
Our co-owner in Paris and our France alumni network are always a WhatsApp message away, for as long as you need us.
Career Prospects After
Tourism Management in France
France\u2019s tourism industry generates over 7% of the country\u2019s GDP and employs millions. As the world\u2019s #1 tourist destination, France offers unparalleled career access in destination management, luxury hospitality, travel technology, eco-tourism, cultural heritage, and MICE events.
Graduates from French tourism programs work with global hotel chains (Accor, Marriott, Hilton), tour operators, destination marketing organisations, cruise lines, and travel tech startups. Starting salaries range from \u20ac35,000 to \u20ac62,000 per year.
The 2-year APS visa creates a powerful window for Indian students: gain European tourism industry experience before deciding your long-term path. StudyFrance alumni have built careers across Paris, the French Riviera, Barcelona, Dubai, and Singapore.
| Job Role | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Tourism Marketing Manager | €38,000 – €55,000 |
| Destination Manager | €40,000 – €58,000 |
| Travel Tech Manager | €42,000 – €62,000 |
| Cultural Tourism Director | €38,000 – €55,000 |
| Cruise Line Manager | €40,000 – €60,000 |
| Eco-Tourism Consultant | €35,000 – €52,000 |
| MICE / Events Manager | €38,000 – €55,000 |
Your Tourism
Questions, Answered.
Everything Indian students ask us before deciding to study Tourism Management in France.
Absolutely. France is the world’s #1 tourist destination with 90+ million visitors per year. Studying tourism here means learning inside the most successful tourism ecosystem on the planet. With mandatory internships at global hotel chains and tour operators, a 2-year post-study work visa, and tuition as low as €243/year at public universities, France offers Indian students an unmatched combination of quality, affordability, and career access.
Ready to Study Tourism
in the World's #1
Destination?
Whether you're just exploring or ready to apply \u2014 our Paris-based team walks every step with you. From India. To France. Forever.