SPANISH LANGUAGE COURSES IN BARCELONA, SPAIN

SPANISH LANGUAGE
COURSES IN
BARCELONA, SPAIN
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The School
abcCollege is a large language school set in
a modern six-storey building, custom-built to
guarantee effective and comfortable language
learning.
All our classrooms are fully air-conditioned and
equipped with audiovisual facilities. The school also
has a large conference hall and a computer room
with free Internet access, as well as a penthouse
terrace with panoramic views of Barcelona.
abcCollege is situated in the city centre, near to
Plaza Molina and Plaza Lesseps, well connected by
major metro and bus routes.
You will receive direct personalized attention from
our staff, who will help you in every possible way, in
order to ensure that your stay with us is a pleasant
one.
Index
We have selected the best possible accommodation
options for those students who request it, in most
cases very near the school, to guarantee you a
pleasant and comfortable stay in Barcelona.
04 Spanish Language Courses
The Instituto Cervantes is the official organization
which guarantees high quality language teaching
in Spain. abcCollege has official Instituto Cervantes
accreditation, which sets us aside from many other
schools.
10 Levels
08 Study Programme
09 Teaching Staff
12 Accommodation
14 Social Activities / Bookings
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Barcelona
Barcelona is situated on the north-east coast of Spain.
Its vibrant cosmopolitan population and economic
importance make it one of the most dynamic cities on
the Mediterranean.
It offers a rich combination of culture, art and history,
where the Gothic Quarter stands alongside the most
contemporary art, architecture and design, all now
open to the seafront.
Barcelona is a centre of international cultural interest,
housing amongst others, the Picasso and Miró
museums and the fantastic buildings created by Gaudí.
The bustling boulevard Les Rambles is the best place
to sample the spirit of Barcelona, where numerous
stands selling flowers, newspapers or birds and an
abundance of cafes, terraces and street performers all
blend into its unique atmosphere.
Coupled with its exceptional climate and sandy
beaches, all this makes Barcelona a magnetic tourist
proposition all year round.
Sagrada Familia temple
Picasso Museum
Gothic Quarter
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Spanish Language Courses
Our classes have an average of 8 students of all nationalities and are limited to a maximum
of 12 students, to encourage optimum interaction between students and teachers.
All courses are grouped according to level of ability, ranging from A1-Beginner to
C2-Superior. Our students can choose between 20 or 25 lessons per week.
Classes are held from Monday to Friday during the mornings or afternoons, depending on
various factors such as level, number of students/groups, etc. Students will be informed of
their timetables on their first day of class.
Classes start on any Monday, but absolute beginners must start on the first Monday of
each month (in July and August only, the third Monday is also possible).
See “Levels” to determine how many weeks you will need to achieve each level.
Study materials are included in the course price. There are also several books that you can
borrow, leaving a deposit which is refunded when you return the book. If you prefer to,
you can also buy the course book.
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Intensive Spanish
DELE Preparation
Intensive Spanish courses are from one to eleven
weeks’ duration, and students may extend their
courses over the number of weeks required.
Intensive courses consisting of 25 lessons per week
for 4 weeks. The course content is specifically
focused on the Diplomas de Español como Lengua
Extranjera, the official examinations conferred by
the Instituto Cervantes to certify competence and
proficiency in Spanish.
Long Term
The minimum course duration is 12 weeks. This is the
ideal programme for students who are able to study
Spanish during an extended stay, leading to fluent
understanding and the ability to communicate at all
times. This programme also allows our students to be
immersed in the cultural, political, historical, economic
and social aspects of Spanish life, thus getting to feel
like Spaniards.
Owing to the duration of this programme, our students
are able to get to know and make friends with
students from all around the world, allowing a degree
of cross-cultural diversity and enrichment not previously
imagined!
Students who choose to take 25 lessons per week are
able to switch to the DELE preparation course at the
same price, but only within the specific dates that these
courses are held.
Classes are held from Monday to Friday during
the mornings or afternoons, depending on various
circumstances such as level, number of students,
groups, etc. Students will be informed of their
timetables on their first day of class.
To see the starting dates for this course, please consult
our “Fees and Dates” sheet, or download it easily from
our website. DELE exam registration: abcCollege can
process the exam registration for our students who
want to take the exam in Barcelona.
DELE exam dates: May, August and November.
Students’ countries of origin
Sweden
18%
Academic Semester and Year
The Academic Semester is 24 weeks of tuition and
the Academic Year is 32 weeks of tuition. This is the
best option for those students who want to take a gap
year or simply immerse themselves in Spanish life and
culture.
Holland
7%
USA
6%
France
8%
Germany
14%
China
10%
Italy
8%
By the end of these programmes, students will be
able to communicate in Spanish at a very effective
level (similar to native speakers) and have in-depth
knowledge of the Spanish lifestyle.
You may take up to two weeks of holiday on an
AS course and up to four weeks’ holiday on an AY
course. The class time missed during your holiday can
be recovered when you get back to school. Students
who choose to take 25 lessons per week are also able
to switch to the DELE preparation course at the same
price, but only within the specific dates that these
courses are held.
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Consult our “Fees and Dates” sheet, or download it
easily from our website.
[email protected] / www.abccollege.es / Skype: abcCollege
Spanish Language Courses
Junior Summer Course
Sample of a two-week programme
Our Summer Course is designed for students from
15 to 18 years old and combines Spanish classes
with a wide range of social activities, thus facilitating
language learning while our students thoroughly enjoy
their stay in Barcelona.
First week
Students can choose to take a two, three or fourweek course. Classes are held in the morning or
afternoon. Activities take place from 5:00 PM onwards,
always accompanied by an abcCollege guide.
Our Spanish Intensive courses consist of 20 lessons per
week, and students are grouped according to their
level of Spanish.
Monday: orientational talk about the course and
Barcelona, followed by a walk around the ancient
quarter, including the Barcelona Gothic Cathedral.
Tuesday: beach games and swimming.
Wednesday: visit the Sagrada Familia temple,
a spectacular example of Gaudi’s architecture.
Thursday: walk to Montjuïc castle, with panoramic
views of the city. Later visit the spectacular Montjuïc
Fountain music and light show.
Friday: relax at the swimming pool.
The objective of this program is to guarantee our
students an unforgettable fun-filled Barcelona
experience.
Saturday: excursion to Figueres (Girona province)
to visit the unique surrealist Salvador Dalí Museum.
We trust that our students will enjoy learning as much
as possible about Spain, its language and culture.
Second week
For this reason we offer organized activities every
afternoon from Monday to Friday, and excursions
on Saturdays.
Our students are free to enjoy Sundays with their
friends in Barcelona.
These activities are especially designed for our junior
students and include cultural events, sports and
recreation.
Accommodation
Students are accommodated in homestays on a
half-board basis (breakfast + dinner). To ensure the
safety of students, we select responsible families who
do their best to make our students feel at home.
Monday: visit the FC Barcelona stadium and museum.
Tuesday: beach games and swimming.
Wednesday: visit Gaudi’s Park Güell.
Thursday: go ice-skating
Friday: relax at the swimming pool.
Saturday: excursion to Sitges, a typical Mediterranean
coastal town.
Gaudi’s Park Güell
The price includes the course fees, teaching
material, level test, certificate of attendance,
social activities and return transfer (Barcelona
airport) and accommodation. Public transport
tickets (metro, bus or train) are not included.
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Long Term
12
Academic Semester
24
Academic Year
32
DELE Preparation
4
Junior Summer Course
One-to-one
13.30-17.00
12.30-17.00
45
Every Monday*
All
A1-Beginner
8
12 23 16 Included
9.00-12.30
9.00-13.15
13.30-17.00
12.30-17.00
45
Every Monday*
All
A1-Beginner
8
12 23 16 Included
9.00-12.30
9.00-13.15
13.30-17.00
12.30-17.00
45
Every Monday*
All
A1-Beginner
8
12 23 16 Included
9.00-12.30
9.00-13.15
13.30-17.00
12.30-17.00
25 45
Specific dates
B2
C2
B2-Upper Intermediate
C2-Superior
8
12 23 16 Included
9.00-13.15
12.30-17.00
2
20 45
Specific dates
All
A1-Beginner
8
12 17 15 Included
9.00-12.30
13.30-17.00
1
+1 55
Every day
All
A1-Beginner
-
20
25
20
25
20
25
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-
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Included
Prices
Course material
Levels
Timetable**
9.00-12.30
9.00-13.15
Age (minimum required)
12 23 16 Included
Age (average)
8
Minimun level
A1-Beginner
Start
All
Minutes/lesson
Every Monday*
morning
afternoon
Consult our “Fees and Dates” sheet,
or download it easily from our website
20
45
25
Students/class (average)
Lessons/week
1
Students/class (maximum)
Minimum duration (weeks)
Intensive Spanish
Course
Facts
by arrangement
*Absolute beginners must start on the first Monday of each month (in July and August only, the third Monday is also possible).
**Timetable to be confirmed on arrival.
One-to-one
These courses guarantee highly accelerated language
learning and focus on the specific linguistic needs of
the individual student.
They are ideal for students who have little free time or
need to demonstrate rapid short-term improvement.
Students can choose the number of lessons per week
they wish to take. Our one-to-one classes can also
be shared with two or three other students at special
reduced rates.
During the months of July and August these classes
are subject to teacher availability, so we recommend
booking well in advance.
Consult our “Fees and Dates” sheet, or download it
easily from our website.
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Study Programme
Our study program is carefully compiled and
coordinated by our Director of Studies, following the
guidelines of the Common European Framework and
the curricular plan of the Instituto Cervantes.
Our students learn to develop their expression,
comprehension, interaction and mediation skills
towards effective communication in Spanish.
Our classes are focused on communication through
active participation and our students are encouraged
to develop autonomous learning strategies both inside
and outside the classroom.
School terrace
Our intensive courses are enhanced by cutting edge
coursebooks and relevant materials.
Our teachers evaluate the day-to-day progress of each
student and an exam is taken at the end of every level,
before proceeding to the next one. We also offer a
consultation timetable during which students can
individually discuss any doubts or problems relating to
their studies.
School terrace views
Computer room
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Teaching Staff
Our young, dynamic and flexible native teachers are
a dedicated team of highly qualified and experienced
teachers of Spanish as a foreign language.
All are trained to establish a close rapport with students
and to stimulate conversation and full participation in a
range of student-centred communicative activities.
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Levels
A1-Beginner (4 weeks)
B1.1-Pre-Intermediate (4 weeks)
User A1 can understand and use familiar everyday
expressions and very basic phrases aimed at the
satisfaction of needs of a concrete type.
User B1.1 can interact relatively fluently in everyday
situations, providing that the language spoken is slow
and clear.
Can introduce him/herself and others and can ask and
answer questions about personal details such as where
he/she lives, people he/she knows and things he/she has.
Can initiate an unrehearsed conversation on
familiar topics, expressing opinions and exchanging
information, as well as relating past experiences
and future projects. Can read and write short
uncomplicated text on familiar topics.
Can interact in a simple way provided the other person
talks slowly and clearly and is prepared to help.
The student can take the Instituto Cervantes
DELE exam (A1).
A2-Elementary (4 weeks)
User A2 can understand sentences and frequently
used expressions related to areas of most immediate
relevance (e.g. very basic personal and family
information, shopping, local geography, employment).
Can communicate in simple and routine tasks requiring
a simple and direct exchange of information on familiar
and routine matters.
Can describe in simple terms aspects of his/her
background, immediate environment and matters in
areas of immediate basic need.
The student can take the Instituto Cervantes
DELE exam (A2).
B1.2-Intermediate (4 weeks)
User B1.2 can understand the main points of
clear standard input on familiar matters regularly
encountered in work, school, leisure, etc. Can deal
with most situations likely to arise whilst travelling in
an area where the language is spoken. Can produce
simple connected text on topics which are familiar or of
personal interest. Can describe experiences and events,
dreams, hopes and ambitions and briefly give reasons
and explanations for opinions and plans.
The student can take the Instituto Cervantes DELE
exam (B1).
B2-Upper Intermediate (8 weeks)
User B2 can understand the main ideas of complex
text on both concrete and abstract topics, including
technical discussions in his/her field of specialisation.
Can interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity
that makes regular interaction with native speakers
quite possible without strain for either party.
Can produce clear, detailed text on a wide range of
subjects and explain a viewpoint on a topical issue
giving the advantages and independent disadvantages
of various options.
The student can take the Instituto Cervantes
DELE exam (B2).
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C1-Advanced (8 weeks)
C2-Superior (8 weeks)
User C1 can understand a wide range of demanding,
longer texts, and recognise implicit meaning. Can
express him/herself fluently and spontaneously without
much obvious searching for expressions. Can use
language flexibly and effectively for social, academic
and professional purposes.
User C2 can understand with ease virtually everything
heard or read. Can summarise information from
different spoken and written sources, reconstructing
arguments and accounts in a coherent presentation.
Can produce clear, well-structured, detailed text
on complex subjects, showing controlled use of
organisational patterns, connectors and cohesive
devices.
Can express him/herself spontaneously, very fluently
and precisely, differentiating finer shades of proficient
meaning even in more complex situations.
The student can take the Instituto Cervantes
DELE exam (C2).
The student can take the Instituto Cervantes
DELE exam (C1).
abcCollege Levels
CEFR Levels*
A1 Beginner
A1 Breakthrough
A2 Elementary
A2 Waystage
B1.1 Pre-Intermediate
B1.2 Intermediate
B1 Threshold
B2 Upper Intermediate
B2 Vantage
C1 Advanced
C1 Effective Operational Proficiency
C2 Superior
C2 Mastery
*CEFR: Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
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Accommodation
Homestay
Shared Flat
All host families are selected by abcCollege. We
recommend this form of accommodation as being
the most comfortable and also the best way to keep
practicing Spanish outside the classroom.
Apartments shared with other students and/or with
the owner. The kitchen, living room, bathroom, etc
are shared.
•Near the school (walking distance or by public
transport, maximum 30 minutes).
•Single and double rooms.
•Bed and breakfast, half board (breakfast and dinner)
or full board.
•Bed linen, blankets, pillow, towels.
•Towels and bed linen changed weekly.
•One laundry load per week included.
•Keys supplied.
abc Student Residence
Small residence with a pleasant relaxed atmosphere:
•A 5 minute walk from the school.
•12 bedrooms (single and double).
•All bedrooms equipped with wardrobe, desk and chair.
•TV lounge, public telephone, heating, fan.
•Internet wi-fi.
•Shared bathrooms.
•Small equipped kitchen.
•Washing machine.
•Bed linen, blankets, pillow (towels not provided).
•Bed linen changed weekly.
•Weekly cleaning service of bedrooms.
•Daily cleaning of common areas.
•Check-in on Sundays from 18:00 onwards.
•No smoking.
•Near the school (walking distance or by public.
transport, maximum 30 minutes).
•Single and double rooms.
•Equipped kitchen.
•Washing machine.
•Bed linen, blankets, pillow (towels not provided).
•No smoking.
abc Executive Shared Flat
New apartments very near the school. Shared with
other abcCollege students. The kitchen and living room
are shared.
•A 3 minute walk from the school.
•2 or 3 bedrooms per apartment (single and double).
•All bedrooms equipped with wardrobe, desk and chair.
•Internet wi-fi.
•Private bathrooms in every bedroom.
•Safety deposit box.
•TV lounge, heating, fan.
•Equipped kitchen.
•Washing machine.
•Bed linen, blankets, pillow (towels not provided).
•Weekly cleaning service of bedrooms and
common areas.
•Check-in on Sundays from 16:00.
•No smoking.
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Hotel
Hotel Via Augusta (2 stars): This hotel has first class
facilities and a very warm relaxed atmosphere.
•A 5 minute walk from the school.
•Single and double rooms.
•All rooms equipped with bathroom, air-conditioning,
heating, TV, telephone and mini-bar.
•Bed and breakfast.
Student Residence Plus
(only available in July and August)
•A 20 minute walk from the school.
•44 rooms (single and double).
•Bed and breakfast, half board (breakfast + dinner)
or full board.
•Launderette, TV lounge, free internet access,
study room.
•Terrace-solarium.
•Bed linen, blankets, pillow, towels.
•Bed linen changed weekly.
•Weekly cleaning service of bedrooms.
•Daily cleaning of common areas.
•24-hour security service.
Meeting and Transfer Service
abcCollege can arrange for students to be
met at the airport and accompanied to their
accommodation. Our representative will be
waiting holding a sign indicating the student’s
name. Return service also available. This service
is not included in the course fees and must be
requested on the Application Form.
University Residence
(only available in July and August)
•A 20 minute walk from the school.
•150 rooms (single and double).
•All bedrooms equipped with wardrobe, desk, chair,
telephone and internet connection for laptops, and
Internet wi-fi.
•Air-conditioned.
•Private bathrooms.
•Bed and breakfast.
•Launderette, bar-lounge, TV lounge, reading room,
computer room, library, gym.
•Bed linen, blankets, pillow (towels not provided).
•Bed linen changed weekly.
•Weekly cleaning service of bedrooms and daily
cleaning service of bathrooms.
•Daily cleaning of common areas.
•24-hour reception service.
•Additional set menu option (lunch/dinner) and special
diet options (not included in fees).
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Social Activities
abcCollege offers a complimentary programme of
social activities to make our students’ stay in Barcelona
as enjoyable as possible. The programme includes
weekly cultural activities, sports, films, excursions, a
sample of Barcelona’s night life, etc. These activities are
offered at very reasonable prices.
Cadaqués
Sample of activities
Monday
Barcelona walking tour, welcome party
Tuesday
Paintball, Picasso Museum, Montjuïc, Park Güell
Wednesday Picnic on the beach, tapas tour, Gaudí monuments
Thursday
Bowling, salsa classes, F.C. Barcelona Museum
Friday
Billiard tournament, Sagrada Familia, flamenco show, disco party
Saturday
1 day excursions: Figueres (Dalí Museum), Montserrat,
Tarragona, Cavas Freixenet (historic wineries), Girona, Sitges
Bookings
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Send your completed
Application Form by e-mail,
fax or post and a deposit
of 150 euros (the deposit is
not an additional cost, but
part payment which will be
deducted from the balance
on your invoice).
abcCollege will send you:
•Invoice / booking
confirmation.
•Address of accommodation,
1 week before arrival.
(If required).
•Admission Certificate
(if required).
All fees should be paid at
least 1 week before the start
of course.
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Barcelona
Updated
information at
www.abccollege.es
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abcCollege
Guillem Tell, 27
08006 Barcelona, SPAIN
T +34 934 155 757
F + 34 932 182 606
Skype: abcCollege
[email protected]
www.abccollege.es
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