Study Intensive Spanish – Any Location – 2012 / 2013
Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, Malaga, Granada, or Salamanca
2 Weeks – 380 euros / 4 Weeks – 760 euros / 8 Weeks – 1400 euros
(est $595 USD) / (est $1195 USD) / (est $1995 USD)
The Program
With the main aim to offer high quality Spanish courses in Spain to participants from all over the world, the program operates at present in Salamanca, Barcelona, Granada, Madrid, Malaga and Valencia. Students have the option of attending classes in all 6 locations in Spain.
The Location
Madrid and Barcelona are the two largest cities in Spain. Madrid is a major city bustling with modern construction, parks and elegant boulevards. It’s galleries and museums have earned a high reputation worldwide, and it’s old quarter is a winding maze of old and new. Madrid is both cosmopolitan and provincial, locked in time as well as embracing the future.
Salamanca boasts the oldest University in Spain. For this reason, there are many students here from all over. Almost everything is within walking distance, including the host families homes. Salamanca is 125 miles from Madrid, and 74 miles from Portugal.
Barcelona is not only Spain’s leading commercial and cultural center, it is also an excellent location for tourists. There are a large number of museums, historic monuments, old gothic quarter, etc. and is also very lively at night.
Granada is known for its history and The Alhambra. Granada was the center of Moorish culture and civilization in Spain until 1492 when King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella re-conquered the city and united Spain.
Malaga is a beach resort town not far from Granada. The city has many historic attractions and Moorish remains that are will worth a visit.
Valencia is Spain’s third largest city. Located on the Mediterranean coast, Valencia is an ideal city to study Spanish, as well as enjoy the warm climate and the many activities a large city has to offer.
Courses
Spanish Language – all levels: beginning, intermediate, advanced. Course programs are intensive -4 hours daily, 5 days per week (M-F). Small classes. Maximum 8 students per class. Twenty hrs. per week. May begin on Monday – all levels – all locations.
Beginners Level: For those students who have little or no knowledge of the Spanish language and wish to acquire the basics in order to be able to understand and communicate on a simple level. Students are taught to read and produce simple texts, letters, and to understand short descriptions and texts. Basic daily conversation Spanish.
Intermediate Level: Aimed at students who are already familiar with Spanish and wish to consolidate their basic knowledge and improve spoken and written skills. Enable students to participate in conversations and debates, intervene in discussions relevant to daily life. Students are taught how to understand newspaper and press reports and narrative texts. Enhance comprehension ability.
Advanced Level: For students capable of expressing themselves and understanding standard Spanish. Building on their knowledge, gaining confidence in expression, and reaching higher standards of fluency. Students are taught strategies and communication skills in written and spoken Spanish, enabling them to express themselves in public, understand complicated scripts and elaborate reports.
Superior Level: This is the highest level for students with an advanced level in Spanish, and wish to perfect and specialize their skills. Gives students the capacity to communicate fluently, conduct speeches, and be able to grasp the message implicit in technical debates and programs. Students are taught to recognize hidden messages and connotations in texts to understand contemporary scripts, as well as to write fluent texts, using creative Spanish at the highest standard.
Academic Credit
Students earn about 1 credit per week. 1 month = 3 – 4 credits. 2 months = 6 – 8 credits. Students take 4 hours of class daily, 20 hours per week.
Financial Aid
Yes, you can use your financial aid on this program. Please have your Financial Aid office e-mail us a “Consortium Agreement” to complete and sign. CSA does not offer any scholarships or financial aid, we can only assist you in using your home school’s financial aid on this program.
Activities
Excursions and activities are prepared monthly by the school.
Housing
Carefully selected Spanish host families, single or double rooms, plus 2 meals daily (breakfast & dinner) included. Or you can select to stay in a student type apt (flat) single or double room. Meals not included with student flat arrangement. Host family and half-board costs 169 – 229 euros (est $250 – $325 USD) per week depending on location. Student type flat 100 – 225 euros per week, depending on location. Can pay directly there, or in advance (added to balance). Can arrange own housing if you prefer.
If you prefer a hotel, please let us know and we can have the staff make a reservation for you if you want.
Dates and Fees
STARTING DATES
Small Group Intensive Courses: Weekly, Jan – Dec
May begin on any Monday – all levels – all locations.
Arrive (Sunday) 1 day prior to starting date (Monday) to begin housing.
FEES
| 1 week (20 hrs) | 190 euros (est $295 USD) |
| 2 weeks (40 hrs) | 380 euros (est $595 USD) |
| 3 weeks (60 hrs) | 570 euros (est $895 USD) |
| 4 weeks (80 hrs) | 760 euros (est $1195 USD) |
| 5 weeks (100 hrs) | 925 euros (est $1395 USD) |
| 6 weeks (120 hrs) | 1110 euros (est $1595 USD) |
| 7 weeks (140 hrs) | 1295 euros (est $1795 USD) |
| 8 weeks (160 hrs) | 1400 euros (est $1995 USD) |
*Addtl 1 week = 105 euros (est $195 USD)
Requirements
Programs are open to all adults. High school students, college students teachers, working adults, professionals, and retired persons are all encouraged to apply. Minimum age is 18. 17 aged students may apply with parental permission. All beginner students must begin on specific starting dates.
Passport is required. Visa not required for tourist stays up to 3 months. Students may need to show confirmation of “school enrollment” upon entry.
Arrive 1 day prior to starting date to begin housing.
Registration and Information
Register online. CSA Registration Deposit of $45 USD required to be fully registered. Can pay online by credit card. CSA also accepts personal checks, cashier checks, money orders, wire transfer, or direct deposit. Please review the “Register Overview” section for details. We will send an e-mail confirmation receipt and additional information shortly after receiving your online registration form. Thank you.
