SPANISH COURSES

Our friendly schools run Spanish language and culture courses throughout the year. We are committed to providing intensive, enjoyable programs and are dedicated to helping each student reach his or her true potential as effectively as possible.

Courses are orientated towards communication and action: the main priority is effective communication and correct situational usage. Thanks to its careful programme which covers all the aspects of the language a great number of different subjects are dealt with in an intensive manner and so maximum progress is guaranteed.

In Denia and in O Grove, in summer, we also organise foreign language courses for Spanish students, creating ideal opportunities to exchange languages and make friends.



CHARACTERISTICS OF THE COURSES:

" Spanish courses from 2 weeks until 36 weeks.

" You can start every Monday if you have some knowledge of Spanish. If you are beginner you should check dates (click here)

" Courses take place from Monday to Friday. The only exceptions are national bank holidays, without lessons; on other bank holidays classes will be held or lost hours made up by extra tuition. The number of hours depends on the course that you choose. In all cases one hour means 45 academic minutes.

" There are 3 to 8 students per group, so that each student has the opportunity to participate actively. Even if the minimum number of participants is not reached in a level, the class will take place, but the time of the class will be decreased.

" Young Spanish teachers with both university qualifications and appropriate teaching experience.

" In the Intensive course six different levels are offered. Sub-divisions can also be arranged. It is our aim that students choose the course that specifically meets their needs.

" A test taken on the first Monday of the course, together with an informal conversation, will be used to assess your ability. Your own self-assessment on the registration form, together with the result of this test will help us to determine which level is most suitable. It is usually possible to change levels during the course.

" A certificate which confirms the type of course, duration, intensity and level will be awarded to those regularly attending the language course.

INTENSIVE COURSE

4 hours daily, Monday to Friday.
Duration: from 2 to 12 weeks.
Start: every week, except for absolutely beginners.
Levels: 6 levels.
Group: 3 to 8 students per class.

The most popular with our students. Although quite intensive it still allows you to enjoy your free time in Spain.

SUPER-INTENSIVE COURSE

6 hours daily, Monday to Friday
Duration: from 2 to 12 weeks.
Start: every week, except for absolutely beginners.
Levels: all
Group: 3 to 8 students per class.

This courses are held only in O Grove, Barcelona and Málaga.

INTENSIVE-PLUS or SUPER-INTENSIVE-PLUS COURSE

4 or 6 hours daily in group PLUS 1 or 2 hours of individual tuition per day.
Duration: from 2 to 12 weeks.
Start: every week, except for absolutely beginners.
Levels: all.

These courses are aimed at students with time restrictions or who want to increase the knowledge in particular areas.

PRIVATE TUITION. GROUPS.

2 to 6 hours daily, Monday to Friday.
Duration: from 1 week on.
Start: any time.
Level: your own needs.

In private tuition, as in groups you may choose the subjects, duration, level and intensity of your course. Please send us details of your intentions and we will plan your program to suit your requirements.

D.E.L.E. (Spanish Language Diploma)

Levels: 3: Inicial , Intermedio and Superior.
Dates of the exams: 12.05.2006 and 24.11.2005
Duration: from 2 to 8 weeks before the exam dates.
Beginning: 19.03, 02.04, 16.04, 30.04 and 24.09, 08.10, 22.10, 05.11.
Hours: 4 h. daily, Monday to Friday.
Group: 3 to 8 students per class.

This is a preparation course for D.E.L.E., then you can take the exam in Spain or in your country. Registration fees for D.E.L.E. exam are not included in our course price. If you do not have the knowledge required to follow the DELE course, we recommend you attend a previous course. We offer this course in Granada, Barcelona, Salamanca and Madrid.

SPECIAL COURSE

Complementary course to the Intensive course. There are three options:
" Spanish and Latin American Literature
" Spanish and Latin American History or
" Spanish for Business

Hours: 4 hours daily (Intensive course) plus 2 additional hours on the subject that you choose.
Level of Spanish: from B2.
Duration: 2, 3 or 4 weeks
Beginning: 17.07, 31.07, 14.08, 28.08 and 11.09. Only in Granada.
Groups: 3 to 8 students per class.

ECCO : (Evaluation of Communicative Competence).

" The Hispanic Institute of La Rioja (IHLR) has taken up the task of developing a system of certification for Spanish as a Second Language (E/ LE) that uses Internet and guarantees the fast and efficient achievement of these types of certificates: ECCO (Evaluation of Communicative COmpetence).

Preparatory and examing centers for the E.C.C.O. in Dénia, Granada, Málaga and Prado del Rey.