Experience Spain

Study Spanish and travel different cities in Spain

Small Classes for accelerated learning

Discover Marbella

Learn Spanish and immerse yourself in the Spanish way of life

Discover the richness of history and culture in Spain

For further immersion in language and culture, after-class workshops, intercambio language exchange (Madrid & Barcelona), social activities, and guided excursions are held at no additional cost. Workshops are designed to provide participants with ample opportunity to learn and use Spanish and be apart of a comprehensive learning experience. The overall aim of the program is to instill the linguistic, practical, and cultural aspects of the language, as well as the Spanish way of life.

• Total immersion in the Spanish language
• Choose to study in at least two cities: Madrid, Barcelona, Marbella, Salamanca or Valencia
• Accelerated learning in small classes: 5 students per class (max 10)
• Total beginner to advanced classes are available
• Start on any Monday throughout the year
• Flexible long durations from a minimum of 12 weeks to 23 weeks
• Only one Application Fee
• Free Culture Classes
• Free 'Intercambio' Language Exchange with native Spanish speakers (Madrid & Barcelona)
• Free activities and guided excursions

This program provides intensive Spanish language studies with 25 classes a week. The curriculum is based on the needs of each proficiency level and designed to allow participants to progress rapidly and gain language fluency. Modern teaching methods focus on instilling linguistic, practical, communicative, and cultural aspects of the language, as well as the Spanish way of life. Classes are held at the Academy of Spanish Studies, one of Spain's leading institutions specialized in Spanish language studies. It is centrally located in all cities, with modern teaching facilities and easy access to public transportation.

Interactive teaching methods ensure that participants gain valuable information about modern-day Spanish culture and society. Emphasis is placed on developing participants' oral expression, listening comprehension, reading comprehension, writing, and grammar skills. Up-to-date materials introduce Spain's culture, history, literature, and current social and economic life.

Class Schedule:
Morning Language classes	09:30am to 13:30pm
Workshops	13:30pm to 14:30pm
Afternoon Language classes	15:30pm to 19:30pm

At the start of the program, participants are provided their class times. Classes are held everyday from Monday to Friday. Ninety percent of classes are held in the mornings, however, some classes are scheduled in the afternoons due to the number of participants their Spanish levels. Each class is 55 minutes long with a 5 minute break.


PLACEMENT TEST & PROFICIENCY LEVELS

In each location, there are 6 main Spanish proficiency levels that are further divided: Beginner, Elementary, Intermediate (1 & 2), Advanced and Proficient. All the levels, with the exception of the Proficient level, are sub-divided into 3 groups containing a higher, medium and lower level.

First, participants are placed according to the level proficiency level they indicate on the application form. At the start of the program, non-beginners take a written and oral placement test. Second placements ar e made according to the results of the placement tests. Placement test are held between 9:00 and 9:30am on the first Monday of the program. Classes start immediately after the tests are completed. When participants start classes in a new location, they will take a placement test, giving the opportunity to progress to a higher level based on their progress.

TOTAL BEGINNER
This level is for participants who have never learned Spanish or who have learned a few words but cannot express themselves in complete sentenc es. Classes focus on introducing basic vocabulary, grammar, sentence structures and simple texts. Phonetics exercises and drills ensure that participants learn correct pronunciation and intonation. Class work includes basic knowledge of Spanish culture and society to build a good foundation to the language.

ELEMENTARY
This level is for those who have learned Spanish, have a grasp of simple sentence structures and learned basic grammar systematically. Classes focus on improving participants' vocabulary, sentence structures and improving listening, reading, and speaking skills. Written exercises include composing simple letters, short essays and reports. Phonetics exercises and drills ensure that participants learn the correct pronunciation and intonation. Class work includes topics on Spanish culture and society encouraging participants to converse on daily topics and express themselves using elementary sentence structures.

INTERMEDIATE (1 & 2)
This level is for those who are able to converse on general topics and express themselves using elementary Spanish. Classes build on the level of grammar and vocabulary, enabling participants to express themselves functionally in different contexts. Class work use current Spanish events, civilization and literature to build vocabulary and provide a greater awareness of Spanish culture and society. The participant's writing skills, oral expression and comprehension skills are focused on. Intermediate grammar and syntax is taught. Oral expression skills include discussion of current events according to subject matter. Exercises to improve writing, spoken and grammatical skills include writing reports, letters, narratives and essays. Phonetics exercises and drills ensure that participants quickly master the correct pronunciation.

ADVANCED
This level is for those who can discuss general topics, raise complex questions, and express their viewpoints clearly using correct pronunciation. They can express themselves systematically using appropriate expressions and language norms. Curriculum is focused on enabling participants to express themselves effectively using complex sentence structures. Spanish literary, cultural and journalistic texts are studied. Class work include advanced writing and oral expression styles and techniques such as commentaries and essays to improve written expression, and exercises in speech making or debates to build on fluency in oral expression. A wide range of carefully selected advanced Spanish study materials are used and include current events, civilization and literature to provide a greater awareness of the culture and society.

PROFICIENT
This level is for those who posses a high command of the Spanish language and culture and are able to converse fluently and effectively using appropriate the expressions and language norms. Curriculum is focused on enabling participants to master the language, expressing themselves in a proficient manner at an abstract level. Class work focuses on perfecting oral and writing skills and developing a global perspective of the Spanish culture in relation to the participant's particular field of interest.

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To further accelerate the participant's learning, culture classes are offered in the Intensive Plus, Super-Intensive and Part-Time courses. These culture classes encourage active participation and allow students to gain insight into Spanish Language in all its contexts. Class topics cover a variety of areas including cinema, art, civilization, history and literature.

INTERCAMBIO LANGUAGE EXCHANGE (Madrid & Barcelona)

Getting to know locals is an integral part of this program. It provides language and cultural interaction between non-Spanish and Spanish participants, marking the beginning of many lasting friendships. The program provides the perfect opportunity to practice the language and encourages cultural and social exchange. Participants schedule to meet with one another at their convenience. A wide range of activities with native speakers throughout the program provides further opportunities for immersion into the Spanish language and way of life.

To ensure a comprehensive learning experience, cultural and social activities and guided excursions are provided free of charge in the Total Program with admission and transportation included at no additional cost. These activities and excursions offer participants a deeper appreciation of Spain's rich and varied culture and traditions. The program and frequency of social and cultural activities held are varied and may include watching Flamenco performances, fiestas, guided visits to cultural and historical sites, museums, monuments, concerts, tapas parties and more. Overnight excursions to nearby cities are available at additional cost.

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For the privacy and convenience of participants, single rooms are provided. Double and Triple share rooms are available, for more information please contact WLE


FEES AND DATES

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REQUIREMENTS

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