Language studies abroad : Adults : Destinations : Spanish : Spain : Barcelona

Language school Barcelona
Babylon Idiomas

Our partner school is located on a peaceful street in the heart of Barcelona. Large classrooms, a spacious common room and a beautiful terrace make it an ideal place to learn Spanish. The school is on the first floor of a building typical of the “Eixample” district, designed by Ildefons Cerdä from 1859, in an architectural style typical of Catalan Modernism (1888 – 1926), which was introduced by Gaudi. High ceilings, French windows and original mosaic floors… you will be studying in the magical ambiance of this decor! Next door to the outdoor terrace, you will find a place where you can have a coffee and a sandwich, surf the Internet and chat with other students.

At a glance

Population
3 800 000
School size
S
Level Beginner to advanced
Minimum age 18 years
Accommodation Host family / Shared apartment
Certificates DELE (Inicial, Intermedio, Superior)

Courses

Standard Course
Lessons: 20 of 50 minutes
Duration of courses: 2 to 36 weeks
Level: Beginner to advanced
Students/class: max. 8 students
Minimum Age: 18
Daily schedule: 9:30 - 13:30
Intensive Course

Lessons: 30 to 50 minutes
Duration of courses: 2 to 36 weeks
Level: Beginner to advanced
Students/class: max. 8 students
Age minimum: 18
Daily schedule: 9:30 - 15:45
Preparation for DELE certificate
(Inicial, Intermedio, Superior)
Lessons: 20 of 50 minutes
Length of Course: 3* weeks
*+1 extra week of accommodation (exams)
Level: Advanced
Students/class: max. 6 students
Daily schedule: 16:00 - 20:00

Accomodation

Host Family
Being immersed in the culture of a country is without doubt one of the best ways to learn the language. Living with a Spanish family will allow you to get to know the way of life of the locals, their customs and cuisine, and to enjoy a really enriching experience. It’s also an opportunity to practise the Spanish language on a daily basis and in an authentic context, putting into practise what you have learned in class. Host families are chosen with care and know the school well. Located no more than 30 minutes from the school, you will have your own room and breakfast and dinner provided daily.
Shared Apartments
For more independent students, our partner school offers you the option of staying in an apartment (located a maximum of 30 minutes from the school). There, you will have your own room and share the daily housework and the common areas. Staying in an apartment is a good option financially, and it is also an excellent way to make new friends and to share with them the unique experience of your stay in Barcelona.

Leisure

Imagine yourself on the Costa Brava, gazing at the Mediterranean and enjoying a refreshing drink, after having climbed one of the lofty towers of the Sagrada Familia… As well as the tempting program of activities proposed by the school (evenings at the beach, Spanish films, salsa dance lessons, nights out for paella, cavas and tapas, wine tasting and excursions), in Barcelona you have “at your doorstep”: the sea, if you want to go sailing, and the mountains for hiking or skiing in the winter-time. The magic of Gaudi awaits you just near the school, via the passeig de Gràcia, numbers 35, 37, 39, 41, 43 and 92, among others, and of course there is always the option of going out at night to an open-air disco, after an aperitif by the harbour! The capital city of nightlife, the birthplace of modern architecture, and a dream destination for the most romantic strolls… Barcelona! Can you imagine a better place to learn Spanish?

Babylon Idiomas
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Prices 2008

Dates and Prices in Euro
(EUR 1 ≈ CHF 1.65)

Arrival day: Sunday prior to course start
Leaving day: Saturday following course end

Starting dates:
every Monday, all year round
Starting dates Beginner:
08.01 / 22.01 / 05.02 / 19.02 / 05.03 / 19.03 / 26.03 / 02.04 / 16.04 / 30.04 / 14.05 / 28.05 / 11.06 / 25.06 / 02.07 / 09.07 / 16.07 / 23.07 / 30.07 / 06.08 / 13.08 / 20.08 / 27.08 / 03.09 / 17.09 / 01.10 / 15.10 / 29.10 / 12.11 / 26.11 / 10.12.2007
Starting dates:
every Monday, all year round
Starting dates Beginner:
07.01 / 21.01 / 04.02 / 18.02 / 03.03 / 17.03 / 31.03 / 14.04 / 28.04 / 12.05 / 26.05 / 09.06 / 23.06 / 07.07 / 14.07 / 21.07 / 28.07 / 04.08 / 11.08 / 18.08 / 25.08 / 01.09 / 15.09 / 29.09 / 13.10 / 27.10 / 10.11 / 24.11 / 09.12.2008
DELE Course:
09.04 / 30.07 / 22.10.2007
Examinations dates DELE:
23.05 / 22.08 / 21.11.2008

Bank holidays:
06.04 / 09.04 / 01.05 / 28.05 / 15.08 / 11.09 / 12.10 / 01.11 / 06.12.2007
Bank holidays:
21.03 / 24.03 / 01.05 / 04.06 / 15.08 / 11.09 / 24.09 / 08.12 / 19.12.2008
School holidays:
22.12.2007 - 06.01.2008
20.12.2008 - 04.01.2009

Included in price:
  • Language Course & Course Materials
  • Accommodation with a hostfamily or in a shared apartment
  • School enrolment fee & certificate
  • Documents & travel guide
A: Homestay/single room/half board
B: Shared apartment/single room/no meals
Standard Course A B
2 weeks 825 705
3 weeks 1180 1000
4 weeks 1535 1295
6 weeks 2245 1885
8 weeks 2955 2475
12 weeks 4111 3391
16 weeks 5443 4483
24 weeks 7915 6475
Extra week (24+) 325 265
2 weeks 835 715
3 weeks 1195 1015
4 weeks 1555 1315
6 weeks 2275 1915
8 weeks 2995 2515
12 weeks 4159 3439
16 weeks 5507 4547
24 weeks 8011 6571
Extra week (24+) 329 269


Intensive Course A B
2 weeks 975 855
3 weeks 1405 1225
4 weeks 1835 1595
6 weeks 2695 2335
8 weeks 3555 3075
12 weeks 4867 4147
16 weeks 6451 5491
24 weeks 9355 7915
Extra week (24+) 385 325
2 weeks 985 865
3 weeks 1420 1240
4 weeks 1855 1615
6 weeks 2725 2365
8 weeks 3595 3115
12 weeks 4921 4201
16 weeks 6523 5563
24 weeks 9451 8011
Extra week (24+) 389 329


DELE Course A B
3+1 weeks 1560 1320
3+1 weeks 1560 1320
Examination fee to be paid on site ~120

Examination fee to be paid on site ~120

Options/Extras
Private Tuition (per lesson) 42
Private Tuition (per lesson) 44
Airport transfer 75
Airport transfer 75

Key points of the language school in Barcelona

• City with a rich cultural heritage and impressive architecture
• Quality school with excellent teachers
• Maximum 8 students per class
• Possibility to combine with Valencia and Sevilla

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