International House Cordoba-Huelva

• Location: Cordoba, Spain,
• Year of foundation: 1953,
• Language of instruction: Spanish, English and others,
• Type of studying: mixed.

International House Córdoba-Huelva is one of the oldest language schools in Spain, located in Córdoba. Also known locally as Academia Británica, the institution is an official Cambridge examination centre as well as an accredited Cervantes Spanish Language Centre. The language requirements  range from Pre-A1 to Post-C2, so candidates are accepted regardless of their level of knowledge.

The history of Academia Británica runs parallel to that of the International House, founded in 1953. It is the first language school in the city, which continues to function to this day thanks to the trust of foreign students in teaching approaches, qualified teachers and exciting studying programs focused on obtaining a high level of language skills. International House is a prestigious global network of more than 160 language schools in 52 countries. As part of IH World, International House Córdoba-Huelva benefits from many professional development, collaboration and employment opportunities. Here, priority is given to the preparation of teachers, their personal growth in the team, thanks to which the students of the school receive quality knowledge and skills in a modern, friendly and diverse academic environment.

A qualified team of native teachers offers students lessons in eight languages: English, French, German, Portuguese, Italian, Chinese, Greek and Spanish in face-to-face and online formats.

International House Córdoba-Huelva has an online platform where you can take language courses. Teachers organize classes in the form of video conferences, check submitted works and communicate in personal chats, supporting the student at every stage of the educational journey.

Students arriving from other countries are offered two accommodation options: a host family or an off-campus apartment. Each of the options has special advantages:

• In a host family, students will be able to immerse themselves in the study of the culture, customs of the country, as well as regular practice of speaking skills in Spanish. The family provides the student with a private room to live in, access to common areas in the house. Also they support a student in studies, travel,
• The apartments will give the student a secluded atmosphere, help develop independent skills. They can be shared with other students, sharing common areas, sometimes bedrooms.

The staff is pleased to provide students with the opportunity to explore the natural beauty of Córdoba, its sights and historical sites. Students can take advantage of the offered excursions or go on a trip on their own, ask for accompaniment from external tourist guides. In the vicinity of the study campus, students will find many beautiful places, festivals and thematic events to visit:

• The mosque-cathedral and the historic center of the city, which are a UNESCO historical heritage,
• The Patio Festival is a unique tradition where residents open their patios decorated with flowers and plants to the public. This event, usually held in May, allows you to explore traditional Andalusian architecture. The place where the festival is held is one of the three places in Córdoba protected by UNESCO,
• Restaurants, cafes, pubs – here you can try traditional dishes such as salmorejo (cold soup of tomatoes and bread), flamenquin (fried breaded steak) or oxtail. In addition, in many local bars, students can enjoy free tapas with a drink, a tradition that makes dinner even more special!
• Several festivals are held in Córdoba throughout the year, such as the Córdoba Fair, Holy Week. These events offer unique cultural experiences, from traditional processions to celebrations full of joy and color.

• A school with more than 70 years of experience in teaching foreign languages,
• Qualified teaching staff undergoing regular improvement of teaching skills, updating knowledge,
• Courses are available to students with any level of language knowledge: from A1 to C2,
• Opportunity to study face-to-face or online,
• Small groups of 4 to 12 people,
• Additional academic support: tutoring, one-on-one coaching,
• Opportunity to take the DELE and CCSE exams in Spanish.

Córdoba is a city steeped in history and culture. Declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, its historic part is home to an impressive mosque-cathedral, cobbled streets, traditional courtyards and other landmarks that preserve the history of this city. In Córdoba, there is a relaxed, hospitable atmosphere - locals are happy to welcome tourists, foreign students, providing a variety of services: from renting accommodation, excursions to tasting dishes of national cuisine. Students can expect a warm welcome, a wide range of events to attend, new experiences and emotions that will make them want to return to Spain once again.

The campus is located one hour from Seville Airport, 1.15 minutes from Malaga. The equipment includes classrooms for theoretical, practical language classes with interactive equipment: projectors, audio and video equipment, computers. On the training grounds, it is easy to find event spaces, outdoor areas for recreation and walking.

The academic year consists of two semesters:

• Autumn: September-December,
• Spring: January-June.

Between semesters, as well as on some dates during the year, rest is organized: vacations, weekends and holidays. Students attend classes from Monday to Saturday – lessons are held in the morning and afternoon, followed by free time for excursions.

The list of additional costs will include services such as room and board, additional academic support, insurance, and pocket expenses. Depending on the chosen format of study, the requirements of the course, the amount of fees may vary.

Future students need to go through several stages:

• Choose a course, specify admission dates, requirements, availability,
• Fill out the online form, provide the required documents,
• Pass an interview and language tests,
• Receive an official invitation to enroll,
• Arrive on campus to attend classes or access an online platform with course materials.

Qualified teachers, modern approaches to teaching, various teaching methods help students to achieve a high level of proficiency in Spanish or another studied language, thanks to which they can enter universities in Spain and other countries, and obtain a residence permit.

International House Córdoba-Huelva courses do not have strict requirements for admission - applicants just need to provide a package of personal documents: passport, health insurance, visa or residence permit, as well as pass a language test to determine the level of Spanish language proficiency.

• Guardianship services during the studies
• Student supervision