Barcelona is very easy to get to and is itself within easy reach of the sandy beaches of the Costa Brava or the ski slopes of the Pyrenees. It also has a warm, Mediterranean climate which makes it an ideal place to be at any time of the year. The main school is situated in the center of Barcelona about 5 minutes from the Plaza Catalunya.
Barcelona, the capital of Catalonia, is a cosmopolitan Mediterranean city that juxtaposes Roman remains, medieval quarters and the most beautiful examples of modernism and 20th century avant-garde art. Not for nothing were the emblematic buildings of Catalonian architects Antoni Gaudí and Luis Doménech i Montaner declared to be World Heritage Sites by UNESCO.
Take a stroll through the streets of Barcelona and be surprised at every step. Pedestrian streets in the old districts, green spaces, and a splendid waterfront filled with modern structures all reflect the city's aim at integration. Barcelona has managed to exalt its past without forgetting its commitment to the future.
The city has some extraordinary infrastructures dedicated to hosting seminars, symposiums and international competitions. The visitor, whether on business or pleasure, will enjoy Barcelona's Mediterranean character, which can be clearly felt in Costa del Garraf as well as in the coast of Maresme. In addition, the city has beautiful urban beaches, marinas, and seafront golf courses.
Courses:
* Methodology and Culture courses: These courses are designed for non-native teachers of Spanish who have some teaching experience. Teachers are given the opportunity to refresh and develop their teaching skills and broaden their knowledge of Spanish culture.
* General Intensive Spanish: The intensive group Spanish courses consist of 4 hours tuition per day, from Monday to Friday. Classes normally take place from 09.30 to 13.30, with a twenty-minute break for coffee halfway through the morning but, in summer, classes may take place in the afternoons.
* Spanish for Work: This course consists of 6 hours tuition per day Students who take ta 2 week course can take an exam, which is organized by the Madrid Chamber of Commerce in conjunction with the University of Alcala. The exams are not obligatory. The two levels of exams are the ‘Basic Certificate’ and the ‘Advanced Certificate’ Exam fees are extra. Minimum language level required is intermediate.
* Survival Spanish: The intensive group Spanish courses consist of 4 hours tuition per day, from Monday to Friday. Classes normally take place from 09.30 to 13.30, with a twenty-minute break for coffee halfway through the morning but, in summer, classes may take place in the afternoons.
* Culture and Spanish: 2 week courses designed for students with special interests who want to combine learning the Spanish language with learning about the culture of Spain. The courses consist of 3 hours a day of Spanish classes. The course also includes a special program of visits to places of interest in the city, a lunch or dinner in one of the city’s famous restaurants, and an excursion outside Barcelona to e.g Costa Brava, Figueras and the Dali Museum.
* What other students have to say: Great school, great location, great city!
Faculty Information:
All our staff are qualified, dedicated and experienced teachers who are native or bilingual speakers of Spanish. Direct Communicative Technique methods are used throughout. These are currently considered the most effective systems of broadening the students' knowledge of vocabulary, structures and idiom.
Classes are normally run between Mondays & Fridays. Due to varying travel schedules, alternative arrangements can be made. Students’ level of proficiency is established through a written assessment test on the first day of school.
Other Activities:
A varied program of social activities is offered. These include ‘Welcome’ cocktails, visits and excursion to places of interest in and around Barcelona, video films in Spanish, concerts by local musicians and ‘exchange evenings’ at which students can meet and talk with other students who are learning English. There are also two evening excursions per month to experience some of Barcelona’s unforgettable nightlife.
Facility Information:
The school in Barcelona is situated in the center of the city – less than 5 minutes’ walk from the Plaza Catalunya, which is the hub of the city. It occupies 6 floors of a large corner building, which has a distinctive, triangular shape (somewhat similar to the famous ‘Flat-iron’ building in New York).
The building dates from the beginning of the last century and has many attractive features; a very decorative street entrance, lots of natural light, marble staircase and high ceilings. The school was one of the first in Spain to set up an internet classroom. When it is not in use for teaching, it is available for use by students. Access for 30 minutes is free.
Notes:
Course prices:
* 2 weeks:
- 276.50£UK
- 395.00 EURO
- 513.50 USD.
Additional fees apply:
* registration fee £25.23 (EUR 36.04, USD 46.85).
- Executive, standard host family and studio apartment accommodation available.
- Accommodation is not offered as part of the cost for the course but may be added as an option.
- The nearest airport is Aeroport Sitges Vilanova Barcelona.
- The price quoted is for transfers between the hour of 08.00 and 22.00 (arrival time at the airport). At other times there is a 25% increase. Arrival information required at least 2 working days before arrival.
- The price is £56.00.
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