During 2010: Jan 1 / Mar 24 / Apr 1 / Apr 2 / May 1 / May 25 / Jun 21 / Jul 9 / Aug 16 / Oct 11 / Dec 8 / Dec 25.
Ages: + 18 for Regular Spanish Courses. + 12 for One to One courses
Nationalities: American 12%, Brazilian 10%, German 9%, British 7%, Dutch 5%, Canadian 4%, Australian 4%, Swiss 4%, Irish 4%, Italian 2 %, Japan 2%, French 1%, Indian 1%, others 35%.
Cordoba is a culturally rich city with relevant Jesuit heritage. Besides the natural beauty of this region, the cultural diversity and developed economy, it is the warmth and hospitality of ’Cordobeses’, the way people from Cordoba are called locally, what makes Cordoba such an attractive city.
With a population of around 1.3 million people, it is a safe and easy-to-get-around city. The late nightlife culture and lively young spirit has made Cordoba the city of students par excellence. Cordobeses are very friendly and open people.
Cordoba Centro Intercultural
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The Spanish school in Cordoba is in a restored two-storey house in the center of the city, five minutes away from the main area.
The Spanish school in Cordoba is located in the city center, five minutes away from the main square (Plaza San Martín), which is close to the commercial area and historic landmarks.
The school has a kitchen, a meeting room that can be used during breaks and free time and where students can enjoy coffee, tea, "mate", or mineral water -- you can also bring your own food and drinks to prepare and have them there. There is a room with audio, video and Internet access. There is a terrace with a beautiful view of the city, a big backyard with a garden and swimming pool. The school has also access for disabled people.
Students can visit the colonial district, the second oldest university in Latin America, plenty of modern art and history museums as well as traditional tango bars, confiterias (tea rooms) and peñas (folk music shows). If you are a youngspirited person, you will love dancing until dawn in any of the many pubs and discos. If you are a sporty person, you will enjoy hiking the hills, bathing in the rivers and practicing adventure sports just 30 minutes away from the city. For people in arts there are plenty of antique shops and art showrooms.
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Spanish school in Cordoba
Spanish classes in Cordoba
Students enjoying the swimming pool
Courses Available in Cordoba
Intensive (20 lessons/Wk)
The Intensive Spanish course is made up of 20 group weekly lessons. Classes aim at developing the communicative competence in Spanish in the four main skills: speaking, reading, listening and writing. They also provide contextualized grammar and expose the students to the local culture.
Minimum week requirement: 1 week.
Maximum number of students per class: Between 3 and 7 students per class
The Private Spanish course is designed to meet the student’s individual needs and expectations. During the course, students will be exposed to a wide variety of topics according to their own interests and pace. This course is available at all levels, from Beginner to Advanced, and students can choose the number of hours they want to take. Classes are organized according to the students’ schedule, depending on the availability of classrooms and teachers. This course is ideal for students planning to take a specific Spanish exam, to gain work experience or who are preparing to go to a local university.
The Junior Program is available for students aged 12 to 18, at all levels of Spanish proficiency, who want to learn or improve their Spanish skills while they are challenged with the fun and excitement of discovering a new culture. Focusing on the topics of interest and relevance to this age,teachers provide the linguistic tools to help students communicate and successfully interact with their host families. The program includes 20 group lessons per week in the morning plus interactive activities during the afternoon. The minimum course length is one week and the fees include family accommodation, full board and transfer. This program is held in Buenos Aires and Cordoba.
Minimum week requirement: 1 week.
Maximum number of students per class: Between 3 and 7 students per class
The Spanish & Culture course aims at introducing students to the vast wealth of culture, history, literature and art in Latin America. The program is organized into 20 group lessons on general Spanish in the morning plus 8 culture lessons in the afternoon every week. This course is held in Buenos Aires, Cordoba, Santiago and Antigua.
Minimum week requirement: 1 week.
Maximum number of students per class: Between 3 and 7 students per class
The Spanish & Business course combines the study of general Spanish with the specific knowledge to understand the work culture of a Latin American country. Topics are selected according to the students’ interests and needs and may include applying for a job, making phone calls, sending and receiving e-mails, writing business letters, faxes and reports, and business interviews. This program is organized in 20 group lessons on general Spanish plus 8 business terminology lessons per week. This course is held in Buenos Aires, Cordoba and Antigua.
Minimum week requirement: 1 week.
Maximum number of students per class: Between 3 and 7 students per class
Students learn how to communicate with patients, write medical reports, perform medical diagnosis, etc. in Spanish. Authentic materials, multimedia resources, and in-class role-plays complemented will provide understanding of the local health care structure as well as confidence in the use of the language.
Minimum week requirement: 1 week.
Maximum number of students per class: Between 3 and 7 students per class
The Spanish for DELE Certificate is a preparatory course for the DELE exam, the official qualification certifying levels of competence in the Spanish language, granted by the Spanish Ministry of Education, Culture and Sport. This course includes 20 group lessons + 8 private lessons per week. This course is held in Buenos Aires, Cordoba, Santiago and Antigua.
Minimum week requirement: 1 week.
Maximum number of students per class: Between 3 and 7 students per class.
The Super Intensive course is designed for students wishing to deepen their learning experience and to accomplish a higher level of proficiency in Spanish in a shorter time. This course includes 30 group lessons aimed at reinforcing the class content, working on weak points and broadening areas of the students’ own interest. All areas of language are worked: reading, writing, speaking, listening and contextualized grammar.
Minimum week requirement: 1 week.
Maximum number of students per class: Between 3 and 7 students per class.
The Spanish & Tango course is ideal for tango lovers since they will get to identify themselves with the locals who feel that tango is not just a dance, but a way of life. This program includes 20 group lessons on general Spanish and 8 tango classes per week. Additionally, students will find plenty of tango shows and real-life opportunities to dance at popular milonga bars and traditional tango bars. All levels are admitted and a minimum course length of one week is required. This program is held in Buenos Aires, Cordoba, Bariloche and Mendoza.
Minimum week requirement: 1 week.
Maximum number of students per class: Between 3 and 7 students per class.
The immersion course consists of lessons that aim at developing the language skills of speaking, writing, reading and listening and the use of language in real contexts of use, taking into account aspects such as social appropriateness. The Immersion course combines 20 group lessons plus 5 private lessons per week.
Minimum week requirement: 1 week.
Maximum number of students per class: Between 3 and 7 students per class.
The Senior Program is specially designed for adults over 50 who want to learn the language at their own pace while expanding their knowledge of the local culture based on topics of interest and relevance to this age group. It includes 20 group lessons per week and 5 cultural activities. The price includes the upgrade for premium accommodation, i.e. room with private bathroom. This program is held in Buenos Aires and Cordoba.
Minimum week requirement: 1 week.
Maximum number of students per class: Between 3 and 7 students per class
The Salud Plus is specially designed for pre-med, medical or health related students. This program gives the chance to participate in clinical observations in health related projects at a public or private hospital or specialized clinic. Additionally this course includes 5 medical terminology lessons per week.
Minimum week requirement: 1 week.
Maximum number of students per class: Between 3 and 7 students per class.
An alternative holiday for participants who want to sample the language, the culture, the tourist attractions and the social reality of a Latin American country. It includes 3 weeks of group lessons, accommodation, 2 to 4 afternoons of volunteering per week and 2 excursions package. This course is held in Buenos Aires, Cordoba, Santiago and Antigua.
Minimum week requirement: 3 weeks.
Maximum number of students per class: Between 3 to 7 students per classs.
The Study Trip is specially designed for people who want to combine intensive training in Spanish with a complete touristic and cultural program. It includes a minimum of one week of group lessons in the morning, recreational/cultural activities in the afternoon and free weekends + one whole week trip to the most picturesque regions of our locations. Possibility to combine trips and courses in different locations.
Minimum week requirement: 1 week.
Maximum number of students per class: Between 3 and 7 students per class
The Group Program is for participants of all ages traveling in groups who share the same needs, expectations and interests and require a customized program. The price is subject to the specific requirements of the group and the program can include different locations, countries combinations, special accommodation, variety of activities, and specific academic requirements such as university credits.
This course is specially designed for pre-med, medical or health related students. This program gives the chance to participate in clinical observations in health related projects at a public or private hospital or specialized clinic.
Minimum week requirement: 1 week.
Maximum number of students per class: Between 3 and 7 students per class.
