Spanish courses in Malaga
The School
This is an excellent school located about 15 minutes from the centre of Malaga on the coast road. (on the opposite side of town from the Airport).
The school is located in the upmarket Pedregalego area, close to excellent beaches, bars and restaurants. It is well served by public transport.
The school has over 18 years of experience in teaching Spanish as a foreign language and it receives students from all over the world. It is recognised by the Instituto Cervantes - the most sought after "seal of approval" among Spanish language schools. This recognition is a guarantee of quality of the courses provided and ensures that the school retains a sharp focus on quality issues on an ongoing basis.
The schoool is unusual in that it combines a homely and welcoming atmosphere with a very professional approach to teaching and administration. There is a strong emphasis on extending the learning process beyond the classroom by encouraging interest and participation in cultural, social and leisure activities.
A full range of courses is available throughout the year at eight levels of Spanish.
Special dates apply for beginners.
| Minimum age | 18 |
| Class duration | 45 Minutes |
| Class schedules | Morning or afternoon |
| Max students per class | 10 |
| Average students per class | 6 |
| Minimum stay | 2 weeks |
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SPANISH LANGUAGE COURSES IN MALAGA
We offer suitable courses for all ages (over 18 years), interests and language skill levels. The school is open all year and if you have some basic knowledge of the Spanish language you can start every Monday. The first day of school (Mondays at 08.00 hrs), you will do a test to determine your level, and will meet your teachers who will tell you about the format of the course. You will also receive a package with the following information: · Information bulletin about the school · Information guides and city plans. · Course material including: o Text book o Grammar book and exercises o Composition book o Conversation material.
You will meet the person assigned to you to help you with travel arrangements, bookings, car hire, complementary activities, the bank, the post office, restaurants, etc.
Interactive Method "You will speak Spanish from the first day"
Our wide professional experience has enabled us to develop a teaching system that combines the communication process with grammar that is structured and integrated in the communication itself. This method is oriented on the European Union guidelines, to allow you to learn and perfect all communication skills according to your requirements, in a both practical and enjoyable way. Through different types of activities you will acquire and perfect the skills of reading, listening, speaking and writing Spanish fluently. Qualified and Enthusiastic teachers
Our team of teachers has been carefully selected, not just for their academic qualifications, but also for their experience and personality and enthusiasm. All our teachers have graduated from the best universities and regularly participate in practical courses on the art of teaching Spanish as a Foreign Language and the latest teaching methods. Your teachers will help you establish some clear learning objectives and will encourage you to participate in Spanish from the very first day. Certificates and Grades At the end of the course the school will present you with: · An Attendance Certificate, specifying: o The type of course you have taken o Number of hours attended. · A List of Course Grades. We will do regular tests to evaluate the progress of each student. The Grammar teacher and tutor will explain how your learning is progressing, revising and consolidating the necessary points. At the end of the course and at the end of each four week period, you will receive a list of grades with detailed comments on each skill. In addition, if you wish to take formal exams, the school will prepare you for the DELE (Diploma en Español como Lengua Extranjera).
Spanish Standard Course RETURN TO COURSE MENU
This course is designed for people who want to learn or perfect their language skills from Beginners to Advanced levels, while enjoying their free time.
Our interactive methods of teaching and the teaching materials have been designed to satisfy communication needs from the simplest to the most complicated, making the development of both written and oral expression easy. Grammatical concepts are assimilated in an easy and effective manner.
Practical Information Nº of Lessons: 20 per week Duration per Level: 4 weeks (minimum stay: 2 weeks) Levels: from Beginners (A1) to Advanced (C2), 8 levels Maximum class size: 9 students Average Students per Class: 5-6 students Hours of the Classes: Mornings or afternoons Composition of the Course: 10 lessons Grammar & Vocabulary 5 lessons Conversation 5 lessons Composition
Spanish Standard plus Course RETURN TO COURSE MENU This course is similar to the Spanish Standard Course. In addition, this course will give you a strong base in verbal communications skills.
Our highly structured syllabus will have you speaking and writing with confidence in the minimum amount of time. The best way to learn a language is by talking to real people in the real world. So, the school combines the classroom with the street for a learning experience that is interactive, fun, and uniquely effective. Practical Information Nº of Lessons: 24 per week Duration per Level: 4 weeks (minimum stay: 2 weeks) Levels: from Beginners (A1) to Advanced (C2), 8 levels Maximum class size: 9 students Average Students per Class: 5-6 students Hours of the Classes: Mornings or afternoons Composition of the Course: 10 lessons Grammar & Vocabulary 5 lessons Conversation 5 lessons Composition 4 lessons linguistic skills and communication
Intensive Course RETURN TO COURSE MENU
This course is for people who want to learn or perfect the Spanish language, from Beginners up to Advanced level, in as short a time as possible.
It is based on an interactive method that is especially designed for the active and rapid development of a language, through exercises, and the practice of linguistic skills and communication, without forgetting a thorough understanding of Spanish grammar. This course combines the Language course with a Culture course of 10 hours per week, covering Literature, history, Art, Local Customs and aspects of society in Spain and Latin America.
Practical Information Nº of Lessons: 30 per week Duration per Level: 4 weeks (minimum stay: 2 weeks) Levels: from Beginners (A1) to Advanced (C2), 8 levels Maximum class size: 9 students Average Students per Class: 5-6 students Hours of the Classes: Mornings or afternoons Composition of the Course: 10 lessons Grammar & Vocabulary, 5 lessons Conversation 5 lessons Composition 10 lessons Culture.
D.E.L.E. Course RETURN TO COURSE MENU
This course offers you quick and effective preparation for the Basic and Superior Examinations.
Importance of the DELE examinations
DELE stands for Diploma de Español como Lengua Extranjera, or “Spanish as a Foreign Language Diploma”. It is the only certificate for non-native Spanish speakers that is officially recognised by the Spanish Ministry of Education, Culture and Sport. This diploma is of great international value for those who are going to study at a Spanish University and who want to work, or are going to work in a Spanish speaking country environment. We advise everyone who is going to take a lengthy “Spanish for Life” course to take the DELE examination. The school organises the examinations with the supervision of the University of Salamanca, and they are officially recognised, not only by the Spanish Government, but by other governments as well. There are three levels of the DELE examination: Initial, Basic & Superior.
Examination centres In Málaga, in other Spanish cities and in many countries of the world.
Practical Information Nº of Lessons: 25 per week Duration: minimum stay: 2 weeks Levels: Upper (B1+, B2) & Advanced (C1, C2) Maximum class size: 9 students Average Students per Class: 5-6 students Hours of the Classes: Mornings or afternoons Composition of the Course: 10 lessons Grammar & Vocabulary 5 lessons conversation 5 lessons Composition 5 lessons preparation DELE
Spanish + Flamenco Dance RETURN TO COURSE MENU This course combines the Standard course and Flamenco Dance. Flamenco, the authentic music of Andalusia is present in every party, in every "fiesta". There is no event in which you wouldn't hear Flamenco and see people dancing it. While you are learning and perfecting the language in your Spanish classes during the morning, you also have the opportunity to learn and develop the techniques of flamenco dance with a teacher, who specializes in these famous dances of the south of Spain.
Practical Information Nº of Lessons: 30 per week Duration: minimum stay: 2 weeks Levels: All levels Maximum class size: 9 students Average Students per Class: 5-6 students Hours of the Classes: Mornings: Standard Course. Afternoons: classes of Flamenco dance Composition of the Course: 10 lessons Grammar & Vocabulary, 5 lessons Conversation, 5 lessons Composition, 10 lessons Flamenco dance
Spanish for Spanish Teachers RETURN TO COURSE MENU This course is for non-native Spanish teachers who want to refresh, deepen and perfect their knowledge of the Spanish language.
In this special course you will learn about the most common and latest methods of Spanish tuition and the different didactic techniques available in order to improve your work. The course develops the practical aspects of interactive language tuition, employing, different didactic materials (audiovisual, internet, games, written material etc.), tuition types, student's evaluation, solution of problems emerging in class etc.
Practical Information Nº of Lessons: 25 per week Duration: 1 or 2 weeks Levels: Advanced (C1, C2) Maximum Students per Class: Standard, 9 students. Teachers course, 2/3 students Hours of the Classes: Mornings and Afternoons Composition of the Course: 10 lessons Grammar & Vocabulary 5 lessons Conversation 5 lessons Composition 5 lessons Teachers course
Spanish for Lawyers RETURN TO COURSE MENU This course gives you the opportunity to learn the specific vocabulary of judicial Spanish.
You will get to know the functioning of public administrations and the judicial system in Spain. The course programme is based on an interactive method developing the student´s linguistic skills in relation to the world of law. The course is taught and coordinated by lawyers of the Ilustre Colegio de Abogados de Málaga. The course is supported by various didactic materials (our didactic material, special publications, audiovisual material as well as internet). Practical Information
Nº of Lessons: 15 per week Duration: 1 or 2 weeks Levels: Upper (B1+, B2) & Advanced (C1, C2) Maximum class size: 2-3 students Hours of the Classes: Afternoons Composition of the Course: 15 lessons Judicial Spanish
Spanish + Tourism RETURN TO COURSE MENU
This course is designed for people who want to learn or perfect their Spanish with a specific focus on the world of tourism, especially as a complement to their education as hoteliers, guides and travel agency staff.
The course system is interactive, developing the ability to speak in practical situations, using specific vocabulary and acquiring the necessary means to communicate in the field of tourism. The course is supported by various didactic materials (our didactic material, special publications, audiovisual material as well as internet).
Practical Information Nº of Lessons: 25 per week Duration: from 1 to 4 weeks Levels: Intermediate (B1), Upper (B1+, B2) and Advanced (C1, C2) Maximum class size: Standard, 9 students. Tourism, 2/3 students Hours of the Classes: Mornings and Afternoons Composition of the Course: 10 lessons Grammar & Vocabulary 5 lessons Conversation 5 lessons Composition 5 lessons Spanish for Tourism
Spanish + Hispanic Studies RETURN TO COURSE MENU
The program of this course has been developed in order to give the students the opportunity to learn Spanish at their own level by means of an interactive system which is based on the acquisition of the four linguistic skills, and a special course in History, Literature, Geography, Arts, current Spanish topics, etc.
This will help you to approach and deepen your knowledge about the essential cultural aspects that form the real Hispanic world. The course is supported by various didactic materials (our didactic material, special publications, audiovisual material as well as internet).
Practical Information
Nº of Lessons: 25 per week Duration: from 1 to 3 weeks Levels: Upper (B1+, B2) and Advanced (C1, C2) Maximum class size: Standard, 9 students. Hispanic course, 2/3 students Hours of the Classes: Mornings and Afternoons Composition of the Course: 10 lessons Grammar & Vocabulary 5 lessons Conversation 5 lessons Composition 5 lessons Hispanic course
Long Duration Courses RETURN TO COURSE MENU
This course offers complete immersion in Spanish life and culture.
It is designed for people with no knowledge or very elementary knowledge of the Spanish language, and who want to spend a long time in Spain. In this course you will learn to communicate orally and in writing in a progressive and effective manner, using the curriculum of each level from "Elemental A" (A1) up to "Advanced B" (C2). At the same time you will have the opportunity to learn about the culture of Spain, not only in the conversation classes, but also in your daily life, sharing experiences with your colleagues, teachers and friends. Cervantes International guarantees that you will have a good command of Spanish by the end of level "Advanced B" (C2).
Practical Information Nº of Lessons: You have three choices:
Duration: from 12 till 36 weeks Levels: Beginners (A1), Basic (A2) & Intermediate (A2+) Maximum class size: 9 students Average Students per Class: 5-6 students Hours of the Classes: Mornings or afternoons Composition of the Course: Standard Long Duration: 10 lessons Grammar & Vocabulary 5 lessons Conversation 5 lessons Composition Standard plus Long Duration: 10 lessons Grammar & Vocabulary 5 lessons Conversation 5 lessons Composition 4 lessons linguistic skills and communication Intensive Long Duration: 10 lessons Grammar & Vocabulary 5 lessons Conversation 5 lessons Composition 10 lessons Culture
Executive Commercial Spanish RETURN TO COURSE MENU
In the standard course you will study the curriculum according to your own level. During the Commercial classes you will acquire and practise the vocabulary and structures appropriate to business negotiations, correspondence, and the types of contracts and commercial documents that are used in Spain. The course is supported by various didactic materials (our didactic material, special publications, audiovisual material as well as internet).
Practical Information
Nº of Lessons: 25 per week Duration: minimum stay: 2 weeks Levels: Upper (B1+, B2) and Advanced (C1, C2) Maximum class size: Standard, 9 students. Commercial, 2/4 students Hours of the Classes: Mornings and Afternoons Composition of the Course: 10 lessons Grammar & Vocabulary 5 lessons Conversation 5 lessons Composition 5 lessons Executive Commercial
Courses for Groups RETURN TO COURSE MENU
Groups and businesses may request a custom designed course. We will include the best group prices for requested Spanish classes, activities and transportation. Custom courses are also suitable for teenage groups travelling outside the June-August dates of the Summer Teenager course and groups including students younger than our minimum ages for regular courses. The school has experience in organizing tailored courses for students and professional groups from all over the world. The school has the flexibility to design programs for groups specially driven to meet the requeriments of every organization or customer. Tipically, The programs have a duration of 1 to 6 weeks and the minimun number of students is 6-7. The courses are given in modern classrooms with air-conditioning. Please contact us to ask for more information about custom courses.
Practical Information
Start of the Course: every monday of the year Number of Lessons per Week: By agreement Levels: All Number of Participants: 6 or more people Composition of the Course: The hours, composition of the course, activities, excursions and type of accommodation will be organized according to the needs of the group
Private / Individual Lessons RETURN TO COURSE MENU
It is a tailored course. The teaching is personalized at all levels. Apart from learning the Spanish language quickly and effectively, you can choose to follow the topics, practical aspects and types of vocabulary that interest you the most, to achieve any specific objectives in your professional field.
Practical Information Number of Lessons per Week: By agreement (10 - 40) Duration: (minimum stay: 1 week) Levels: All (8 levels) Maximum Students per Class: 1
Over 50s course RETURN TO COURSE MENU
This program is designed for people from 50 years (Students less than 50 years old can participate in this type of course if they have same objectives) of age and up who want to learn Spanish in a more relaxed atmosphere than in the intensive courses while discovering Spanish art and culture first-hand.
This fun and friendly program focuses on the practical use of Spanish language in everyday situations. Each level will have different objectives. For students at a basic level, the class will consist of conversational Spanish for daily life situations - for example, ordering something in a bar or restaurant, going shopping, booking a hotel room, or asking for information about a destination. For advanced students the objective will be to expand their knowledge of Spanish culture and life. These students will learn about the civilization, literature, history and art of Spain. Our school organizes special cultural activities in the afternoons and evenings, such as visits to museums, guided walking tours, flamenco shows, etc. At weekends they will get to know other cities (Seville, Cordoba, Granada, the White Towns …) and weekend in Morocco (not included in the price).
Practical Information
Nº of 45 Minutes Lessons: 20 per week Duration: 2 weeks Levels: from Beginners (A1) to Advanced (C2), 8 levels Maximum class size: 9 students Average Students per Class: 5-6 students Hours of the Classes: Mornings or afternoons Composition of the Course: 10 lessons Grammar & Vocabulary 5 lessons Conversation 5 lessons Composition Price Includes: Books and school material Transfer each ways Daily activities 2 Excursions (1 complete day and 1 half day)
IMPORTANT: In case if there are not sufficient students to open a level of this course (50+), students will join to the more suitable level of Standard course.
Activities:
· Welcome evening · Cultural activities · The Alcazaba · The castle of Gibralfaro · The Cathedral · Virgen de la Victoria Sanctuary · Picasso museum · Family home of Pablo Picasso · Museum of Arts and Popular Customs · Contemporary Art Museum · Visit to the historical centre of Malaga · Shopping trip · Movie in the school · 1 day excursión to other cities of Andalusia · Go out for “tapas” (Not included in the price) · Visit to the Concepción Botanic Gardens (Not included in the price)
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Malaga has one of the best served airports in Europe with connections to all major capitals. From outside Europe, you can fly into Barcelona or Madrid where you can connect by air or by train. Check with your travel agent - internal flights in Spain are expensive and you might do better flying to another capital first (eg Paris, London or Dublin) and getting an onward link to Malaga.
From the Airport you can take a bus or Taxi to the school. We would recommend a Taxi to make it easier to find the school.
There is a wide range of sporting, cultural and leisure activities available in Malaga. These include:
Sailing, windsurfing, mountaineering, rafting, bullfighting, sports centres, concerts, flea market, swimming pools, beaches, tennis, athletics, skiing in the Sierra Nevada, theatre, Film Festivals, classical music, Easter week celebrations, fiestas, Flamenco fair, (August)
Excursions:
Trips to Africa, Ronda, Sevilla, Pueblos Blancos......