IHMGS – International Hotel Management & Gastronomy School is an international education institution based in Alboraya, Valencia, Spain. It offers study programs for international students in tourism, hospitality, Spanish culture, artificial intelligence, information systems, human resources, and language education. IHMGS states that it is officially recognized and accredited by the Spanish Ministry of Education and works with the University of Valencia on selected academic programs.
The school focuses on combining classroom learning with practical training. Selected programs include paid internship opportunities in hotels, resorts, tourism companies, and other businesses in Spain. Students can receive support with visa procedures, accommodation, academic documents, health insurance information, and other study-related requirements.
Its programs include Master's and diploma-level studies in Tourism and Local Development, Spanish Culture, Artificial Intelligence, Information Systems and AI, and related areas. Spanish language training is included in several programs. IHMGS has an international student focus, with programs aimed at learners from different countries. Its location near Valencia gives students access to a major Spanish university city and tourism centre.
| Intakes |
September,April,January |
| All Campuses |
Alboraya, Valencia, Spain |
| Website |
https://www.ihmgs.net/ |
| Monthly Living Cost |
€1,250 |
| Funds Requirements for Visa |
€600 |
| Application Fees |
€0 |
| Currency |
€ |
| Is Lang Mendatory |
Yes |
| Part Time Work Details |
<p>International students with the relevant Spanish student authorization may work up to <strong>30 hours per week</strong>, subject to the legal conditions and compatibility with their studies.</p> |
Ranking
IHMGS is a specialist international school rather than a university listed in the major university ranking systems. The requested ranking tables therefore do not provide a standard IHMGS position.
- Times Higher Education World Education Rankings: No IHMGS ranking found.
- QS World University Rankings by Subject: No IHMGS subject ranking found.
- UK University League Table: Not applicable; IHMGS is located in Spain.
- The Guardian University Rankings: Not applicable; IHMGS is not a UK university.
Third-party education listings likewise show no global or local ranking for IHMGS.
English Language Requirements
IHMGS materials state that many programs are taught in English and that English fluency is required, but IELTS is not required for the programs described in its published materials.
Some third-party admission portals list IELTS, TOEFL, PTE and Duolingo as accepted tests, but they do not give a reliable IHMGS-specific minimum score.
For this reason, applicants should treat the following as the current guidance:
- IELTS: Not mandatory according to IHMGS materials.
- TOEFL: Listed by some admission portals; no IHMGS minimum score confirmed.
- PTE: Listed by some admission portals; no IHMGS minimum score confirmed.
- Duolingo: Listed by some admission portals; no IHMGS minimum score confirmed.
- Alternative: English ability may be checked through an interview or other admission assessment.
Scholarship Policy
IHMGS does not currently publish a clear institution-specific scholarship table on its main website. Its official program pages focus on tuition, internships, language training, accommodation support and visa assistance.
Students should ask IHMGS directly about:
- Merit-based tuition discounts
- Early application offers
- Partner discounts
- Any program-specific financial support
- External scholarships available to international students
Claims about fixed scholarship percentages or full tuition waivers should be confirmed directly with IHMGS before an applicant relies on them for financial planning.
Fees & Funding
Current published third-party listings place many IHMGS programs around €6,000 per year, with some programs listed between approximately €6,000 and €8,000. Fees vary by course and may change for new intakes.
Examples include:
- Master's in Tourism, Local Development and Spanish Culture: around €6,000
- Master's in Artificial Intelligence: around €6,000
- Master's in Human Resources: around €6,000
- Other Master's and diploma programs may have different fees.
Students should plan for tuition, accommodation, food, transport, health insurance, visa costs and other personal expenses. Spain's student visa rules require proof of sufficient financial means, with the 2026 student maintenance figure set at €600 per month for a student applying alone.
Application Guidelines
The usual application process for IHMGS includes:
- Select the preferred IHMGS program and intake.
- Complete the online application or contact the admissions team.
- Submit academic certificates and transcripts.
- Provide a valid passport.
- Provide proof of English ability if requested by the program.
- Submit any additional documents requested by the school.
- Receive the admission decision and follow the enrolment instructions.
- Prepare the documents required for the Spanish student visa.
- Arrange health insurance and accommodation.
- Complete the visa process before travelling to Spain.
For Spanish student authorization, applicants must show sufficient financial means and suitable health insurance. Spanish immigration guidance states that applications should normally be submitted at least two months before the study start date when applying under the relevant procedure.
Apply Online
Yes. Online applications are available through IHMGS and education partners. Current admission listings state that international students can apply through the institution's online admission route.
Immigration Support Service
IHMGS provides support for international students during the Spanish student visa process. Its website says the team can assist with academic documents, visa documentation, health insurance information, administrative procedures and other steps needed for legal study in Spain.
The school should not be treated as the final authority on visa approval. The Spanish consulate or immigration authority makes the visa decision. Students must meet the official financial, insurance, academic and documentation requirements.
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IHMGS – International Hotel Management & Gastronomy School has its registered company history in Valencia dating from 2017, when International Hotel Management Gastronomy School S.L. began operations in Cullera with a focus on non-regulated education in hospitality and tourism.
The school has since developed programs for international students in tourism, hospitality, Spanish culture, artificial intelligence and related fields. Its work with the University of Valencia is supported by formal collaboration agreements. The University of Valencia records a 2021 agreement with IHMGS for promotion of a Master's program in Development, Tourism and Spanish Culture, followed by further agreements in 2025 covering tourism and hospitality-related certificates.
IHMGS has expanded its international study model by combining academic courses, Spanish language training, practical placements and support for students coming to Spain. Its current programs serve students from different countries and are delivered mainly in Valencia.
IHMGS suits international students looking for career-focused study in Spain, especially in tourism, hospitality, Spanish culture and technology. The school combines academic study with practical training, language learning and internship opportunities in selected programs. Its collaboration with the University of Valencia gives students access to programs linked with a well-established Spanish university.
Students can choose programs in tourism and local development, artificial intelligence, information systems and other areas. IHMGS provides support during admission and the student visa process, and it offers accommodation options in Valencia and Gandia.
Schools, Faculties, and Institutions
Faculties
IHMGS is a specialist school rather than a university with a traditional faculty structure. Its main study areas include:
- Tourism, Hospitality and Spanish Culture
- Artificial Intelligence
- Information Systems and AI
- Human Resources
- Spanish Language Education
Selected programs are developed in collaboration with the University of Valencia, including tourism and hospitality-related programs.
Institutes
Scholarships, Bursaries, and Funding
No fixed IHMGS scholarship schedule is clearly published on the school's current official website. Students can ask the admissions team about current tuition discounts or program-specific financial support.
Other funding routes may include:
- Personal or family funding
- Education loans
- External international scholarships
- Early application offers, if available
- Part-time employment permitted under Spanish student immigration rules
Students should confirm any scholarship or discount in writing before making a payment.
Student Accommodation
IHMGS states that it offers accommodation options through student housing in Valencia and Gandia for international students.
The exact room type and monthly price are not clearly published on the current official IHMGS website. Students should request the current accommodation price, deposit, utilities, meals and cancellation terms before booking.
Off-Campus Student Accommodations
Students can rent rooms or shared apartments in Valencia and nearby areas such as Alboraya. IHMGS's current office is in Alboraya, Valencia, close to the city and Mediterranean coast.
Shared housing can reduce monthly costs compared with renting a private apartment. Students should check transport time, rent, deposit, utility charges and contract terms before choosing accommodation.
Source note: IHMGS's current official website confirms its programs, location, student support, accommodation options and work/visa guidance. Some fee and admission details come from current third-party education listings where IHMGS does not publish a fixed figure. Dates and fees can change by intake, so applicants should confirm the final offer directly with IHMGS before paying any amount.