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Learn Spanish in San Sebastian
Spanish Language Courses offered
Spanish Languages for Life Course
8 to 20 weeks language course duration
Open to 17+ age group throughout the year
20 group language lessons per week
Max. 12 people per class
A long term Spanish language course ideal for Uni/ post Uni or adult students looking to study Spanish in depth over two or more months for maximum impact and progress.
Spanish Standard Course
1 to 6+ weeks language course duration
Open to 17+ age group throughout the year
20 group language lessons per week
Max. 12 people per class
A short term Spanish language course aimed at those who need to build on current skills or who want to kick start their Spanish language learning from scratch with an immersion course in Spanish.
Spanish Intensive Course
1 to 6+ weeks language course duration
Open to 17+ age group throughout the year
30 group language lessons per week
Max. 12 people per class
A short term Spanish language course aimed at those who need to build on current skills or who want to kick start their Spanish language learning from scratch, building on the Standard course with additional lessons for a more intensive immersion group course in Spanish.
Spanish Combined Course
1 to 6 weeks language course duration
Open to 17+ age group
20 group lessons per week
plus a further 5 or 10 private tuition lessons per week
Max. 12 people per group class
A short term Spanish language course aimed at those who want the combined study experience of the camaraderie of the group course, with the individual attention of the private classes with a personal tutor.
Spanish Teacher Training Course
3 weeks language course duration
Open to 19+ age group
For teachers or trainee teachers of Spanish only
46 group language lessons / 3 weeks
14 people per class
Specifically aimed at those teachers (or trainee teachers) who wish to extend or update their knowledge of Spanish language teaching.
Spanish Methodology for Teachers Course
2 weeks language course duration
Open to 19+ age group
For teachers or trainee teachers of Spanish only
30 group language lessons / 2 weeks
12 people per class
Specifically aimed at those teachers (or trainee teachers) who wish to follow a short term course during the summer to extend or update their knowledge of Spanish language teaching.
Spanish Teenager Course
1 to 4+ weeks language course duration
Open to 14/17 yrs age group
25 group language lessons per week
Max. 12 people per class
Specifically aimed at younger students looking for a fun summer language course, where they can improve their Spanish and enjoy their language holiday, with their peers. Half-day activities organised on Monday, Wednesday and Friday and full day activities on a Saturday. Accommodation is arranged with selected host families, on a full-board basis. NB: Students will have free, un-monitored time on Tuesday & Thursday PM and on Sunday.
Spanish DELE Course
2, 4 or 6 weeks language course duration
Open to 17+ age group
For Intermediate plus levels only
20 group language lessons per week
plus 10 DELE preparation lessons per week
Max. 10 people per class
Specifically aimed at those who wish to prepare for the DELE exams in May, August or November each year.
Spanish Executive Course
1 to 4 weeks language course duration / Open to adults only
40 private tuition language lessons per week
Only one student per tutor
For a truly intensive revision of general language skills or specific linguistic needs this programme provides total immersion for the business person. It is ideal if you have minimal time available. To ensure maximum impact the course allows you to encounter the Spanish language not only through intensive, structured lessons but also in social situations, outside the classroom. Your class based private lessons are complimented by regular lunches with one of your tutor's on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday plus an evening meal with a tutor on Thursday night.
Spanish and Surfing Course
A supplementary surfing programme
Open to 17+ age group
For all surfing levels, from novice to advanced
5 group surfing lessons per week / year round
Max. 6 people per surfing group
Combine your Spanish studies with a week (or more) of surfing lessons. The Atlantic rollers make San Sebastian's coast a mecca for surfers, year round and the surf club is run by experienced surfers who are able to teach total beginner to advanced level (Good swimming skills are essential). The course offers one lesson per day Monday to Friday and all kit is provided (board, wetsuit, insurance and even hot showers, in the winter).
Surfing Safari Course
A special surfing programme for the adventurous!
If you've enjoyed your surfing lessons in San Sebastian (or you are already a competent surfer) why not complete your Spanish language trip with a 2/5 day surfing safari with other college students? The Safaris are weekend trips by van to the beaches with the best surf conditions, accompanied by a Spanish teacher/surfer. These courses are offered on set dates from May to October. NB: You will need to extend your accommodation beyond the normal language course dates.
Spanish & Cookery Course
1 week language course duration / set summer start dates
Open to 17+ age group
20 group language lessons per week
plus afternoon cookery sessions, Monday to Friday
Max. 15 people per cookery class
Discover the fabulous world of Spanish gastronomy, first-hand, and then eat the evidence! An afternoon programme of cookery instruction and creation in the kitchen followed by an evening meal with wine (you eat what you cook, so quality may vary!).
Spanish & Work Experience Programme
13 week Standard language programme
followed by a 13 or 26 week work placement
Elementary Spanish+ level required
Best suited to Uni + students
Combine advanced Spanish language study with a period of work placement in the city. The college orientates you, reviews your CV and presentation letter and arranges introductions to suitable companies - once you are in San Sebastian. They are also on hand to help with any queries once on the programme. NB: The work is normally clerical or administrative in nature and is always unpaid.
Spanish Private Tuition Course
1 week+ language course duration
Open to 17+ age group throughout the year
20, 25 or 30 private lessons per week
An extremely intensive Spanish language course, ideal for those who wish to make maximum language progress over a one or two+ week period. Aimed at business people or those who need to work on their Spanish for academic or professional reasons, for whom time is of the essence.
Methodology
The college’s key concern is to get you to speak!
Students are encouraged to speak Spanish and only Spanish from the very first day. Learn more about the methodology at the Spanish language college in San Sebastian.
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