GENERAL DESCRIPTION The Spanish school of Salamanca is situated in the city center, on the corner of Gran Vía 5 minute walk from the Plaza Mayor, Salamanca's main square. It is located within a local high school. Date of creation: 1989 Facilities: Renovated and modernized former convent, 5,420 m2 ; 30 classrooms (up to 60 during summer); staff room; lecture room; computer lab with free internet ; wireless internet in the building (Wi-Fi); common lounge area; beautiful central patio; spacious sporting areas. Number of classrooms: 30 classrooms (60 in summer). Size of the school: small/medium.
HIGHLIGHTS Learn Spanish in Salamanca! Our Spanish school blends right in a former convent of sandstone right in the heart of town. On the other hand, modern amenities like sports facilities and air offer you the best of both worlds. As an academic city, Salamanca is a very vibrant and animated city and this rounder atmosphere may not meet every student expectations.
COURSE Type of course: General Spanish and General Spanish + culture and civilisation. Course content: The program is meant to students who wish to learn the basic rules of Spanish: a stress on grammar and basic vocabulary, oral and written expression, Spanish culture and civilisation. Course duration: 55 minutes School optional subject: Spanish culture and civilisation. Number of courses/week: 10, 20 courses/week or 20+5 or 25 +5 (General courses+ Culture and Civilisation courses) Course level: from beginner to advanced. Test on arrival: yes Number of students per class: 10 students for classes of general Spanish (12 for classes of culture and civilisation). Course material: not included. Certificate awarded at the end of the stay.
ACADEMIC STAFF Highly qualified and experienced teachers.
LOCATION Salamanca, known as Spain's "Golden City," is home to the world's 5th oldest university and a wealth of gorgeous historical buildings. A city comprised mainly of students, Salamanca is renowned for its lively nightlife and high concentration of bars and clubs. It's the perfect place to get integrated into Spanish university life and meet other Spaniards your age.
Salamanca was named the "European Culture Capital" of 2002, which will serve as no surprise to anyone who's seen the city's ornately adorned cathedrals and university buildings. The Plaza Mayor, undoubtedly the most impressive in Spain, stands as the heart of the city and the region of Castile, the birthplace of the Spanish language. A plethora of renowned Spanish philosophers, writers and artists have passed through the halls of Salamanca's universities, yet its inhabitants are humble, friendly people who warmly encourage foreigners to join in the fun and learn their language. If living in a university town, partaking in a wild nightlife and enjoying masterpieces of golden architecture appeals to you, we recommend you learn Spanish in Salamanca. Enjoy our Spanish school in Salamanca!
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SCHOOL TYPE :
Spanish school
ACCOMMODATION :
- Host family: double room, half board (breakfast and evening meal). - Shared flat: double room; half board. The placement in the shared flat will be granted according to availability. A €150 deposit is required and is refunded at the end of the stay if no damage has been made. Possibility to stay in a shared flat. For further information, please contact us.
ACTIVITIES :
Learn Spanish and have fun in Salamanca! Our Spanish school organises daily afternoon activities to discover the culture that surrounds them, like: City tour (Cathedral, Plaza Mayor, Casa de las Conchas, the University...); Tapas crawl ; Spanish movie night ; Soccer and basketball. It also arranges a variety of weekend excursions to the region's most interesting historic cities, such as: Toledo ; Ávila; Madrid; Zamora y Valladolid; Ciudad Rodrigo…
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ELIGIBILITY :
ELIGIBILITY: 16 + (the school is open for young people from 14+). Minimum language level: beginner VISA: Visa for citizens of a non-European country.
DEADLINE :
Please apply at least 6 weeks before departure.
PROCEDURES :
Please apply through the application form below and specify the course, option and accommodation chosen.
CONDITIONS - SPANISH SCHOOL IN SALAMANCA :
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PRICE INCLUDES :
- Administration fees - Courses (see options) - Accommodation (see options) - Support, assistance and 24 hours emergency phone number during the whole program
PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE :
- International airfare - International Travel insurance - Visa, passport and medical exam fees - Airport pick-up and transfers - Extra activities organized by the school - Course books (30 EUR) - Personal expenses and pocket money - Medical and Emergency Repatriation Insurance (maybe provided by Nacel for an extra cost) - Application fees (35 euros)
EXTRA ACTIVITES :
ACCESS/TRANSPORTATION - Regular airlines to Madrid airport - Low-cost airlines: Easy Jet, Ryanair, Brussel Airlines, Clickair, Flybe, Germanwings, Wizz Air, Air Berlin, Transavia, Monarch, Sky Europe…from several countries (Berlin; Athens; Bari; Bristol; Casablanca; Crete; Edinburgh; Liverpool; Lyon; Naples; Prague...) Nearest airport: There is no international airport in Salamanca, just one national (aeropuerto de Salamanca). The closest international airport is Madrid Barajas. Public transport from Madrid's bus or train station will take you to Salamanca in about 2.5 hours. Note that it is more convenient to get to Salamanca through Madrid or Valladolid. At your arrival take a taxi until your place of living or choose the transfer possibility.
Nearest train station: Regional rail arrives at Paseo del Estación, about a 15-minute walk from the historic center. Buses: Various bus companies operate out of the station on Avda. de Filiberto Villalobos, also just 15 minutes walking from the Plaza Mayor.
Transfer possibilities: pick-up at your arrival from Madrid airport, railway or bus station and assistance until the place of living and/or walk-home programme at the end of the stay are not included. Cost for each way: 175 EUR (330 EUR return).
LIVING COST Big Mac Price Index: Spain= $2.09; EU. = $3.73 (according to “The Economist” data, 2006). City center bus ticket: €1.15€ (for a 3-hour travel) 10 bus/metro ticket: €5.35 Cinema : €5/person Bread - 0.50€ Milk - 0.70€ Water (1,5l) - 0.30€ Big Mac Menu - 4.10€ Theatre - 15.00€ Bus (center) - 0.77€ Taxi (center) - 3.00-7.00€
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