Sommet Education Obtains Stake in Invictus Education Group South Africa
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Sommet Education has announced its acquisition of a major stake in the Invictus Education Group of South Africa.
The declaration done last April 21 shall fast track the expansion of Sommet’s campuses from nine to 17. In addition, the education group expects an increase of 3,000 students.
As a leading network of higher education schools specializing in hospitality and culinary arts training, Sommet Education is developing a strategy of partnering with leading local and regional education brands.
“Invictus Education Group has a 25-year history on the continent, a diverse portfolio of educational institutions, and an extensive digital program offering,” Sommet Education CEO, Benoît Etienne Domenget, stated.
Domenget also went on to add that the group “is a tremendous success story in the African education landscape.”
Furthermore, Invictus Education Group aims to provide quality education for occupations that are in demand in the South African economy. The education hub is focused on delivering greater chances of employment for African scholars and graduates alike.
The alliance is expected to give students access to a global network of alumni and industry partners with diverse learning and career paths. \| **Photo credits: [Sommet Education webpage](https://www.sommet-education.com/)**
### **Plans under the Sommet-Invictus Alliance**
Sommet and Invictus have unveiled their plans to create an International Hotel School campus this 2021.
Moreover, the partnership will also be working on a [School of Audio Engineering (SAE) Institute](https://usa.sae.edu/) campus for creative media education in South Africa a year later.
Following these flagship launches, four other South African campuses in be in Nelspruit, Potchefstroom, Port Elisabeth and Pretoria as well as the first Kenyan campus opening is slated for 2023.
“This alliance will give our students access to a global network of alumni and industry partners with diverse learning and career paths, providing them with many more opportunities for international education and growth,” Invictus CEO, Mike Lambert, shared.
The new International Hotel School shall open its doors this July. To kickstart the opening, it shall deliver full-time programs in hospitality management, food and beverage management and culinary arts in Benoni, South Africa. Furthermore, the campus shall offer flexible online learning options for its students.
Through the acquisition of Invictus, Sommet now has hold over nine campuses in five countries. \| **Photo credits: [Sommet Education](https://www.sommet-education.com/)**
### **Efforts beyond South Africa and expansion**
On top of their expansion efforts, Sommet and Invictus are working on developing synergies in four key areas. These are as follows:
- Curriculum development and faculty expertise to support the expansion of Invictus’ proposed license,
- The further development of the culinary arts and pastry program portfolio by leveraging École Ducasse’s expertise,
- The transfer of Invictus’ knowledge and experience in training, development and consulting to companies,
- The collaboration and sharing of knowledge, experience and ideas between the two partners around online education programs and platforms.
In 2019, Sommet Education [invested](https://thepienews.com/news/sommet-education-invests-in-ducasse-education/) in professional culinary and pastry art education provider École Ducasse. Through this acquisition, Sommet now has hold over nine campuses in five countries, namely: Switzerland, France, Spain, UK, and China.
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Eligibility criteria
Always cross-check eligibility against the sponsor's official site before applying — sponsor rules can change between intakes.
- Citizen or permanent resident of an eligible African country
- Willing to study in South Africa
- Strong academic record — typically a minimum GPA equivalent to a UK 2:1 / US 3.3
- English-language proficiency demonstrated by IELTS, TOEFL or an MOI letter
- Two academic or professional references able to speak to your potential
Required documents
A planning baseline drawn from how 90%+ of African scholarship sponsors structure their checklist. The sponsor's portal is the source of truth for any single application.
- Valid international passport (bio page scan)
- Most recent academic transcripts (sealed or e-verified copies)
- Curriculum vitae / résumé (1–2 pages, reverse-chronological)
- Personal statement or motivation letter (500–1,000 words, tailored to the sponsor)
- Two to three reference letters (academic for students, professional for working applicants)
- Proof of English proficiency (IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo) — Medium-of-Instruction letter may substitute for Anglophone-Africa graduates
- Passport-sized photograph meeting ICAO biometric standards
- Country-of-origin proof (national ID or birth certificate) — required by many Africa-focused funders
Deadline timeline
The sponsor has not published a fixed deadline yet. Use the milestones below as a generic 12-month plan; substitute dates once the intake window opens.
- 12 months out
Register for tests (IELTS/TOEFL/SAT/GRE), shortlist 3–5 universities, identify referees.
- 6 months out
Sit your tests, draft a personal statement, request transcripts and confirm reference letters.
- 3 months out
Finalise essays, upload supporting documents, complete the online application portal.
- 1 month out
Final review, double-check uploaded files, submit a week before the deadline to avoid portal issues.
- Application deadline
Submit by 23:59 in the sponsor's stated time zone — usually local to the sponsor, not your country.
Frequently asked questions
Who can apply for the Sommet Education Obtains Stake in Invictus Education Group South Africa?+
Applicants must be eligible African nationals applying at the the stated level level, meet the academic and English-language requirements set by Various, and be able to relocate to South Africa for the duration of the programme.
Is the Sommet Education Obtains Stake in Invictus Education Group South Africa fully funded?+
Funding model: Funding type varies — check the official site. Where listed as fully funded, the award typically covers tuition, monthly stipend, health insurance and round-trip airfare. Always confirm the latest funding breakdown on the sponsor's official page.
When is the application deadline?+
The application deadline is varies by intake — see the official site. Submit at least one week early — sponsor portals frequently slow or fail in the final 24 hours, and late submissions are not accepted under any circumstances.
What documents do I need to apply?+
At minimum: passport bio page, academic transcripts, CV, personal statement, two to three references, and an English-language test score (IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo). Research-led Masters and PhD applications also require a research proposal and a writing sample.
How can I improve my chance of winning?+
Apply early, tailor every essay to the specific sponsor (do not recycle a generic statement), secure at least one reference who knows your work in detail, and apply to two or three additional scholarships in parallel — never rely on a single application.