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

Language school Barcelona
Don Quijote

The school is located in a five-storey building in the centre of the city, opposite the Ritz hotel, on the renowned Avenida Gran Via, only 3 minutes’ walk from the Ramblas. The school has 65 spacious classrooms with windows and balconies. On the first floor there is a multimedia room - where you can watch TV, read a newspaper, have coffee with other students or work on your lessons - as well as a magnificent terrace.

At a glance

Population
3'800'000
School size
XL
Level Beginner to Advanced
Minimun age
18
Accommodation Host family / Shared apartment / Residence
Certificates
DELE (Inicial, Intermedio, Superior)

Courses

Standard course
Lessons: 20 of 50 minutes (+5 options)
Duration of courses: 2 to 48 weeks
Level: Beginner to advanced
Students/class: max. 8 students
Minimum age: 18
Daily schedule: 9:00 to 13:00 or 15:00 to 19:00
Intensive course
Lessons: 30 of 50 minutes (+5 options)
Daily schedule: 9:00 to 13:00 or 15:00 to 19:00
Details: see Standard course
Free cultural courses (optional)
In addition to Spanish lessons, Don Quijote also offers lessons in Spanish culture each day. Thanks to these classes, students have the opportunity to learn more about Spain, the way of life, customs and traditions... that is, all the elements necessary for a better understanding of the Spanish language.

In 2007:
Preparation for DELE exams (Inicial, Intermedio, Superior)
Lessons: 20 of 50 minutes
Duration of course: 3 weeks
Level: Intermediate to advanced
Details: see Standard course

In 2008:
Preparation for DELE exams (Inicial, Intermedio, Superior)
Lessons: 20 of 50 minutes
Duration of course: 2*, 3 or 4 weeks
*level 1: 2 weeks only
Level: Intermediate to advanced
Details: see Standard course

Accomodation

Host Family
Staying with a host family is an outstanding experience that will help you make the most of your language course. The opportunity to live the language and experience Spanish culture from the inside will allow you to make rapid progress with your learning. You will stay in a single room with two meals provided.
Shared apartments
Very popular in Barcelona, shared apartments give you the chance to live with other international students. You will stay in a single room, sharing the living room, kitchen and bathrooms. Apartments are equipped with washing machine and TV.
Don Quijote residence
The residence is located in the same building as the school and offers 25 rooms, most of which have a private bathroom. Meals are not included in the price, but students can use the shared and fully equipped kitchen to cook their own. All residence tenants will also have access to other shared facilities such as a common room with TV and separate smoking and non-smoking areas, and a laundry room.

Leisure

From the Olympic Village to the Gothic neighbourhood to monuments such as Gaudi’s Sagrada Familia, Barcelona has something for everyone. The school organizes a range of sporting, social and cultural activities, as well as excursions at weekends to Figueras, Girona and nearby beaches.

Don Quijote
Prices 2008

Dates and Prices in EUR
(CHF ≈ 1.65)

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

Starting dates:
every Monday, all year round
Starting dates:
every Monday, all year round
Intensive Course Beginner:
07.01 / 04.02 / 03.03 / 07.04 / 05.05 / 02.06 / 07.07 / 04.08 / 01.09 / 06.10 / 03.11 / 01.12.2008
DELE Course (Inicial or Intermedio) 3 w.:
23.04 - 11.05
06.08 - 24.08
29.10 - 16.11
DELE Course (Superior) 3 w.:
23.04 - 11.05
06.08 - 24.08
29.10 - 16.11
Examinations dates DELE:
23.05 / 22.08 / 21.11.2008

Bank holidays:
01.01 / 06.01 / 06.04 / 01.05 / 15.08 / 12.10 / 01.11 / 06.12 / 08.12 / 25.12.2007
Bank holidays:
01.01 / 21.03 / 24.03 / 01.05 / 12.05 / 24.06 / 15.08 / 11.09 / 24.09 / 01.11 / 06.12 / 08.12 / 25.12 / 26.12.2008
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 833 763
3 weeks 1202 1097
4 weeks 1571 1431
6 weeks 2309 2099
8 weeks 2935 2655
12 weeks 4235 3815
16 weeks 5615 5055
24 weeks 8255 7415
Extra week (24+) 340 305
2 weeks 869 787
3 weeks 1256 1133
4 weeks 1643 1479
6 weeks 2417 2171
8 weeks 3095 2767
12 weeks 4403 3911
16 weeks 5839 5183
24 weeks 8615 7631
Extra week (24+) 355 314


Intensive Course A B
2 weeks 1025 955
3 weeks 1490 1385
4 weeks 1955 1815
6 weeks 2885 2675
8 weeks 3615 3335
12 weeks 5195 4775
16 weeks 6895 6335
24 weeks 10055 9215
Extra week (24+) 415 380
2 weeks 1069 987
3 weeks 1556 1433
4 weeks 2043 1879
6 weeks 3017 2771
8 weeks 3815 3487
12 weeks 5435 4943
16 weeks 7215 6559
24 weeks 10535 9551
Extra week (24+) 435 394


DELE Course (Inicial or Intermedio) A B
3 weeks 1225 1120
3 weeks 1255 1132
Examination fee to be paid on site ~165

Examination fee to be paid on site ~165

DELE Course (Superior) A B
3 weeks 1305 1200
3 weeks 1335 1212
Examination fee to be paid on site ~165

Examination fee to be paid on site ~165

DELE Course (Inicial or Intermedio) A B
2 weeks 495 425
3 weeks 695 590
4 weeks 895 755
2 weeks 1225 1143
3 weeks 2315 2192
4 weeks 3775 3611

Examination fee to be paid on site ~165

DELE Course (Superior) A B
2 weeks 495 425
3 weeks 695 590
4 weeks 895 755
2 weeks 1423 1341
3 weeks 2615 2492
4 weeks 4175 4011

Examination fee to be paid on site ~165

Options/Extras
Private Tuition 44
Private Tuition 40
Apartment Deposit (to be paid on site) 150
Apartment Deposit (to be paid on site) 150
Airport transfer 75
Airport transfer 75
Residence (Refer to price B):
Single room/no meals 126/w.


Key points of the language school in Barcelona

• Great location in the centre of Barcelona
• Excellent teachers
• Opportunities for exchanges with other Don Quijote schools

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