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Spanish in Seville
Intensive Spanish - 2008
Seville, Spain
$1295 - 2 weeks / $1795 - 4 weeks / $2295 - 6 weeks


The Program

Located in Seville, the program serves all who want to perfect their ability to speak the Spanish language, as well as enjoy the beautiful city of Seville. Program is year-round.

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The Location

Sevilla lies on the banks of the Guadalquivir and is one of the largest historical centres in Europe, it has the Mohammedan minaret of La Giralda, the cathedral (one of the largest in Christendom), and the Alcázar Palace. Part of its treasure include Casa de Pilatos, the Town Hall, Archive of the Indies (where the historical records of the American continent are kept), the Fine Arts Museum (the second picture gallery in Spain) , plus convents, parish churches and palaces.

For all its important monuments and fascinating history, Seville is universally famous for being a joyous town. While the Sevillians are known for their wit and sparkle, the city itself is striking for its vitality. It is the largest town in Southern Spain, the city of Carmen, Don Juan and Figaro. The Sevillians are great actors and put on an extraordinary performance at their annual Fería de Abril, a week-long party of drink, food and dance which takes place day and night in more than a thousand especially mounted tents. But above all it allows the men to parade on their fine horses and the women to dance in brilliantly coloured gypsy dresses.

Don't miss out on the tapas. The city is credited with their invention and has more than a thousand bars where the choice of food, is virtually unlimited, from seafood to ham and sausage, from vegetable to cheese. The Sevillians actually make a meal of them, moving from bar to bar and trying one dish at a time.

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Courses

Spanish Language - all levels: beginning, intermediate, advanced. Course programs are 4 classes daily, 20 hours per week, 5 days per week (M-F). Small classes. Year around. A placement test is given upon arrival to determine Spanish ability. May begin on any Monday. Course description available upon request.

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.

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Academic Credit

Students earn 3-4 credits per month. Thus, about 1 credit per week. 3 hours of class are taught daily, 15 hours per week.

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Financial Aid

Yes, you can use your financial aid on this program. Please have your Financial Aid office fax us a "Consortium Agreement" to complete and sign. CSA Fax # 253-850-0454. 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.
A faxed copy is acceptable: CSA Fax # 253-850-0454.
The earlier the better, since it takes time to process. Overall, CSA does not offer any financial aid, we can only assist you in obtaining and using your aid from your home school on these programs
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Activities

Excursions are available to: nearby country sites, fiestas, and weekend trips to nearby beaches. Students may take extra courses in flamenco dancing as well as attend the many theatres, museums, cafes, bars and bodegas.


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Housing

Participants live with carefully selected Spanish families, or in a student residence. Two meals daily (breakfast and dinner) with the family. Single and double rooms available. Students are responsible for the costs of laundry and use of telephone. Students arrive on a Sunday, and depart on a Saturday. Costs $300 per week for double room, and single room costs $350 per week. Includes meals.

CSA highly recommends staying with a family. Bring 1-2 towels with you.
Those who prefer a local hotel, CSA will make reservations for you. Hotel costs will vary, but averages approx. $300 per week for a 1 person, apartment-hotel arrangement. Meals are not included with hotel. May arrange your own housing if preferred. Student residence costs $250 per week, no meals.
http://Spain.accommodationforstudents.com

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DATES

Starting Dates: Jan - Dec, 2008

May begin on any Monday.

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FEES

2 weeks (40 hrs) $1295
4 weeks (80 hrs) $1795
6 weeks (120 hrs) $2295
8 weeks (160 hrs) $2795
10 weeks (200 hrs) $3295
12 weeks (240 hrs) $3795

*Addtl 2 weeks = $200

Fee Includes
: tuition, registration, orientation, confirmation of housing in private homes (single room), course materials. Housing cost is extra - see housing section.

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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 year old students may attend with parental permission. Absolute beginners must start on those dates mentioned. Post-beginners may begin a course on any Monday, every two weeks of the month. (see 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. CSA will provide each applicant with this letter.

Plan on arriving 1 day prior to starting date to start housing. Upon arriving into Madrid, buses and trains are available to Seville. CSA will provide additional travel info.
http://www.renfe.es

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Registration and Information

Register online. $50 deposit required. Please review the "How To Register" section on the CSA website. Payments can be made by money order, cashiers check, or personal check. We will e-mail you a "Confirmation Notice" with additional information shortly after receiving your online registration form. Thank you.

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