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Language School IH Malaga
Programs and prices, tuition fees in Language School IH Malaga
General Spanish courses
- Age of students – 17+;
- Duration of studying – from 1 to 50 weeks;
- The language of instruction is Spanish.
This program includes 20 hours of weekly classes and is designed to expand vocabulary, help you master new grammatical and lexical structures, improve pronunciation and make your speech more fluent, work on writing and reading.
The course is open to students of any age, starting from the age of 17, and does not require a high level of preparation - A1 is enough; groups of various levels are being recruited - from A1 to C1 inclusive. Distribution into groups is based on the results of tests that are conducted at the first orientation lesson.
Studying takes place in small groups of 5-10 students, during the educational process not only proven methods and modern textbooks are used, but also advanced technologies - artificial intelligence, augmented reality and multimedia.
The duration of classes varies widely, from one to two weeks (for those who would like to brush up on their Spanish before a vacation) to several months or even a year, and for longer programs the school offers a flexible system of discounts.
If you wish, you can supplement your course with a block of 5 or 10 individual lessons per week: these individual lessons will help to adapt the general course to your personal goals, objectives and academic profile.
A graduate of the program will receive a certificate, which will contain a note on the type of course, duration and intensity of classes, and the level achieved as a result of study.
General Spanish intensive courses
- Age of students – 17+;
- Duration of studying – from 1 to 50 weeks;
- The language of instruction is Spanish.
The Spanish Intensive is a general program for those who want to receive more from education or are in limited in time. Program varying in duration, from a few weeks to a year, are an excellent option for anyone who would like to learn Spanish quickly and with a guarantee. 30 academic hours a week will allow you to seriously expand your vocabulary, improve your pronunciation (including during practical classes outside the school), and work on your writing skills.
The duration of the program depends only on you: it can be a short intensive before a vacation or a business trip, or a full-fledged multi-month immersion in Spanish before entering school or finding a job in one of the Spanish-speaking countries. The school offers a progressive discount: the longer you study, the more favorable conditions you will be offered.
At the very first, orientation lesson, all students are asked to take several tests - they allow you to determine the basic level of students and distribute them into groups. The number of such groups is from 5 to 10 people. The studying stipulates both a lecture format and game dialogues or practical classes outside the school, during special educational walks or excursions.
At the final stage of studying, all students receive a certificate of completion of the course, which indicates the type, duration and intensity of the program, the final level that was achieved at the end of the program.
General Spanish semi-intensive courses
- Age of students – 17+;
- Duration of studying – from 1 to 50 weeks;
- The language of instruction is Spanish or English.
The Semi-Intensive is a basic program with 20 weekly lessons of 50 minutes each, complemented by 5 lessons of conversational Spanish. In both cases, classes are held in small groups of up to 10 people. The composition of the groups is determined at the first lesson according to tests results.
The course is available to students with any basic level, from A1 to C1 inclusive. The course duration and the intensity of classes are adapted depending on the level and needs of the student and can be from 1-2 weeks (for example, if you need to study one or two topics to facilitate communication on vacation or a business trip), and several months and even a year (during this time, students can achieve very serious success or even master the language perfectly).
The structure of the program as a whole is universal, but the content varies. At the elementary level, the teacher will help to establish the correct pronunciation, teach how to correctly compose sentences, and give the vocabulary necessary for communication in typical situations (transport, store, bank, restaurant, etc.). Advanced students will hone their grammar and, simultaneously with new words, study the life of Spain, its history and culture, modern and classical art.
In the last class, students are given a certificate with information about the type and level of the course, its duration and the number of classes.
DELE Preparation Course 30
- Age of students – 17+;
- Duration of studying – 2 or 4 weeks;
- The language of instruction is Spanish.
The school in Malaga offers a highly effective preparation course for the DELE exams: 30 lessons of 50 minutes per week, with a duration of two or four weeks. The course is aimed at students who need to prepare for the standardized DELE tests at any level, from A2 to C2 inclusive.
Studies take place in groups of 5-10 people. Groups are formed at the first orientation lesson, under test results. Language equipment, modern software and multimedia are actively used, much attention is paid to traditional language practice and dialogues.
The educational process is accompanied by constant monitoring, which allows you to track the progress of each student in dynamics and, if necessary, adjust the program.
The most important element of the course is familiarity with the structure, procedure and rules of the DELE exam tests. In addition to preparation tips, students take mock tests, allowing them to approach the exam as prepared as possible.
Graduates are issued a certificate indicating the type of program, its level and the number of hours attended.
Part time DELE Preparation course
- Age of students – 17+;
- Duration of studying – 2 or 4 weeks;
- The language of instruction is Spanish.
Part-time DELE preparatory courses are held in the evenings or on weekends. The main difference from regular courses is that, in addition to developing communication, writing and reading skills, working on pronunciation, students get a fairly deep and holistic understanding of how the standard DELE Spanish exams are designed and conducted.
Along with theoretical knowledge, course participants will receive a number of useful tips and consultations on the strategy of preparing for the exam and successfully passing it. In the second half of the course, they will have to go through several trial tests with an indispensable analysis of the results and key mistakes with the teacher.
The course is suitable for those who would like to prepare for the exam and at the same time have a basic level of at least A2. At the first lesson, a test is carried out, which allows you to select a group suitable for the level and choose the intensity of classes. Two options of the course are available - 2 and 4 weeks long. The schedule is quite flexible and depends on the needs of the student, the season and the number of places available.
Graduates receive a certificate confirming that they have attended the relevant course, with a note on the final level and the number of hours attended, and they will also have to take the DELE exam (you must apply yourself, using a special form on the website of the Instituto Cervantes, the organization that conducts the exam, but the school provides its students with the necessary methodological support).
Spanish classes + Internship
- Duration of studying – 2 or 4 weeks;
- The language of instruction is Spanish.
An integrated course includes two elements:
- Spanish course with an intensity of 20 lessons of 50 minutes per week (duration of study is two or four weeks optional);
- Internship in one of the Spanish companies lasting from 8 to 16 weeks.
If you wish, you can extend the duration of the academic course for an additional fee.
Applicants must have a minimum level of A2, groups from A2 to C1 inclusive are available. Students are divided into groups based on their basic level and the results of testing in the first lesson.
Graduates of the course receive a certificate confirming taking of the program in the specified volumes, the level of language preparation achieved at the end of the studying. This opens the way to the second stage of the program - internships. Close partnerships with numerous Spanish companies in the field of IT, services and trade, industry and agriculture, interested in expat students, allowing them to offer dozens of interesting options.
Due to the fact that the course provides for the need for employment after graduation, students must submit additional documents when enrolling, including:
- Passport and several recent photos;
- Resume;
- Letters of recommendation and cover letters;
- Health insurance valid in the EU.
After reviewing the application, students are asked to attend an interview online or by phone.
One to One SIELE, Individual SIELE Preparation Lessons
- Age of students – 17+;
- Duration of studying – 1 or 2 weeks;
- The language of instruction is Spanish.
It is an excellent option for students of all levels (A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, C2) who would like to prepare for the SIELE exam in Malaga. SIELE is a four-component test confirming the level of proficiency in Spanish, and each component can be taken separately. The duration is from 1 to 2 weeks, with five 50-minute classes per week.
In addition to learning grammar, improving vocabulary and pronunciation, this short but intensive cycle of classes includes what you will not get in regular courses – an individual approach and valuable tips for successfully passing the SIELE standardized exams.
Before starting classes, students are tested and interviewed to determine the right level and intensity of classes.
Exams are held on request all year round and are taken at the school.
After the studying is completed, students will receive a branded certificate, which will indicate the type of course, school, duration of the program.
Spanish courses for Senior 50+, Spanish courses for students 50+ years old
- Duration of studying – from 1 to 2 weeks;
- The language of instruction is Spanish.
The Special General Spanish course for students over 50 years old is complemented by an extensive and varied programme of cultural, educational and leisure activities. Despite the fact that the course is optimized based on the needs of students in this age category, it is open to everyone – you can enroll at any age if your goals and interests coincide.
Classes are held 5 days a week in the morning, the afternoons and evenings are devoted for leisure and entertainment: these are excursions to museums and art galleries, exhibitions and theaters, walks in parks, attending concerts and dance evenings, walks to the sights of Malaga, bus excursions to Cadiz and other cities of Southern and Central Spain.
Classes under the 50+ program are open to students of all levels, from A1 to C1. The test that is carried out at the first lesson allows you to determine the optimal group. The complexity of the program directly depends on the results: if at the basic level among the priorities will be grammar, pronunciation and lexical typing, allowing you to feel confident in various everyday situations (make an order in a restaurant, book a hotel room or ask for directions). Then as intermediate results are achieved, the program will become more complex - students will be offered to get acquainted with aspects of the cultural life of the country, learn more about its history, art, traditions and everyday life.
Graduates on the last day of classes are given a certificate, which indicates the duration and intensity of classes, the type of course and the final level of language proficiency.
Erasmus + Courses in Spanish or English
- Duration of studying – from 1 to 2 weeks;
- The language of instruction is Spanish or English.
CLIC Málaga offers a wide range of special courses for educators and teachers with the support of the European Erasmus+ grant system. Participants have the opportunity to improve their Spanish or English, while gaining valuable practical knowledge, soft skills, learning new information and an inspiring experience of studying in Spain.
Courses are available in one and two weeks in both Spanish and English. On average, such a course includes 20-25 hours of academic classes in a foreign language and several lectures, seminars or practical exercises on the main topic of the course you have chosen.
The school in Malaga offers programs:
- Yoga and English;
- Presentation and presentation skills (English-language course);
- Methodological program "Spanish Culture and Civilization";
- Intensive Spanish course for teachers and educators;
- Gamification of Education (English-language course);
- Sustainable Development in Education (English-language course);
- Gourmet Spanish;
- Education and Artificial Intelligence (English-language course).
Description of Language School IH Malaga
- Year of foundation: 2017,
- Location: Malaga, Spain,
- Age of students: 13+,
- Number of students: 200+,
- Language of instruction: Spanish,
- Type of education: language school.
CLIC IH Language School in Malaga opened its doors to students in 2017: it is the newest educational institution of the popular international network of language schools International House, an international alliance uniting dozens of educational institutions around the world and consistently demonstrating high standards of teaching, advanced methods, high-quality service and excellent conditions for accommodating students.
Studying here is conducted in Spanish; In addition, there are programs in English, French, Portuguese.
The school is accredited by International House and IALC, two of the most reputable associations of language centers and schools in the Western world: recognition from both of these influential and respected organizations is a guarantee of the highest standards of teaching.
Things to know about
The CLIC network of schools is one of the key partners of Spain's Instituto Cervantes, an organization that not only conducts Spanish exams for expats, but also largely determines the content of the curriculum.
CLIC specialists conduct extensive methodological work and actively introduce modern multimedia and augmented reality technologies into the educational process, so that the studying will be not only effective, but also interesting.
Accommodation, meals, prices
Malaga is one of the top 10 largest cities in Spain: it is a hospitable and open city, where tourists, migrants, students and schoolchildren are welcomed with equal joy and warmth. Like most provincial capitals of Southern and Eastern Spain, Malaga is located on the coast, it is a significant seaport for the EU and a magnificent resort (three local beaches are in the TOP-500 best in the world), the center of an original culinary tradition that can compete with two dozen other Spanish regional cuisines.
The school offers its students 4 accommodation options:
- Host Family Accommodation
It is the best option for those students who would like to experience full immersion in Spanish life and join the culture and traditions of this country. All families offering student accommodation services undergo a rigorous multi-stage selection process, including many checks, a conversation with a psychologist and a number of other measures designed to ensure maximum compatibility with guests. The houses where students will live are also regularly checked and certified.
As a rule, a guest family is a married couple with or without children, single mothers or widows.
Accommodation is possible in private or shared (with children of the host family or other students) bedrooms with a shared bathroom.
Meals are provided on a half-board basis and include breakfast and dinner 7 days a week. Special dietary needs (halal or kosher food, vegetarian, vegan and other diets) may be provided for a fee.
- Communal apartments with shared kitchen
A popular accommodation option for students over 18 years old is suitable for those who are looking for more autonomy and independence. Such apartments have bedrooms, bathrooms, a common living room with upholstered furniture, a TV and a kitchen with the necessary equipment for cooking (a full set of household appliances is included - from a refrigerator and stove with an oven to a washing machine and dishwasher, microwave oven). The bedrooms are equipped with wardrobes for storing things and clothes, workplaces, bed linen, pillows and a set of towels.
Students are required to keep their rooms clean and to maintain order in common areas, including the kitchen. In some cases, students are required to pay a deposit.
- El Convento Residence in Malaga
El Convento Student Residence is a great accommodation option for self-directed and independent students. Converted from an ancient monastery, El Convento offers excellent rooms for one or two guests with a shared bathroom and studio apartments with a separate kitchen. The kitchen has all the necessary equipment and utensils for cooking, and the bedrooms have sets of bed linen, towels and bedding.
The minimum age for booking and check-in is 16 years, and for self-catering accommodations is 18 years.
- Private studios
Private studio apartments with their own kitchen will be an excellent solution for independent students over 18 years old. The apartments are located in the central part of Malaga, within walking distance from the school campus, equipped with comfortable bedrooms, functional kitchens with all necessary appliances for cooking, bathrooms and a living room with a TV.
Residents are provided with linen and bedding (but not towels).
The studios are equipped with wireless high-speed Internet access and air conditioning.
Booking a studio apartment is possible from the age of 18.
Activities Language School IH Malaga
Studying at CLIC in Malaga is not only a productive learning experience, but also a varied programme of extracurricular activities. In the afternoon, students have access to excursions to the local history and historical museums of Malaga, the Picasso Museum, a variety of master classes, from dance to cooking, walking along the narrow and winding streets of the medieval part of the city in the vicinity of the citadel and much more. In the evenings, you can take part in salsa and flamenco evenings, a dance marathon, and if you do not have enough experience for such experiments, then learn these traditional Spanish dances from professional teachers.
On weekends (for a fee), the school organizes excursions to Caminito del Rey, Granada, Córdoba or two-day tours of northern Morocco.
Advantages
Studying at CLIC Malaga provides with several advantages:
- Affordable prices. Compared to most other popular international language schools, CLIC offers more democratic conditions - depending on the program, the benefit can reach 15-20%. Malaga offers relatively inexpensive housing, this equally applies to the cost of renting real estate, food issues, recreational and entertainment activities - prices for services here are generally lower than in Madrid, Barcelona or other major Spanish cities popular with tourists.
- Excellent infrastructure. If you choose Malaga as your place of study, you will not feel detached from the world: the city is connected with other Spanish and many European cities by a dense network of bus routes and railway lines, half an hour from Malaga there is a large airport, from which you can easily get to dozens of world metropolises.
- You can't do without Spanish. With rare exceptions, the people of Malaga do not speak English and other foreign languages, which means that you will constantly practice and learn Spanish with full language immersion.
- Internationalism and friendliness. The city is popular with tourists, there are many enterprises with international staff, and the number of students is growing from year to year. The city lives for tourism and services, so the locals are very friendly to their guests.
- Experienced teachers and excellent textbooks. CLIC not only teaches children and adults Spanish and English, but also one of the largest scientific and methodological centers in Spain, and retraining programs operate at the school network. Here, in partnership with the Instituto Cervantes, new textbooks are developed, so CLIC students have access to the best opportunities.
- ECTS credits: Students enrolled in intensive programmes can count their studies towards ECTS academic credits.
- Small groups. CLIC in Malaga is a small school, under the guidance of excellent teachers, students learn foreign languages here in small groups, allowing them to practice an individual approach to all students.
Facilities and equipment at Language School IH Malaga
The school is located in the central part of the city, in the middle of historic buildings and in the neighborhood of dozens of the most important places of interest in Malaga. You can get to the city's best beaches in a matter of minutes - by public transport or even on foot.
The CLIC Málaga school building is one of the most modern in the CLIC network. For students, there are 8 spacious and bright classrooms for classes, a computer room equipped with modern PCs, language equipment and multimedia tools.
Everything is done for the convenience of students. The premises are equipped with powerful air conditioning systems, which allows you to create comfortable conditions for studying even in the most exhausting heat. Throughout the campus, students can enjoy fast wireless Internet.
You can relax from classes in a cozy living room equipped with upholstered furniture: there are snack machines and a coffee machine, there is a special kitchen area, and several computers. In addition, the school has a spacious shaded patio and 14 balconies and terraces facing different sides and providing not only natural light, but also excellent ventilation.
Admission dates and extra charges
The course price includes:
- teaching aids and materials, including workbooks;
- testing and interviews to determine the basic level of academic preparation;
- excursions and entertainment activities (except excursions and weekend trips);
- access to the internal network, Internet, library and subscription resources;
- sightseeing tour of Malaga;
- student card.
Additional costs may include:
- registration fee,
- selection of accommodation options,
- delivery of the invitation required for student visa processing,
- voluntary medical insurance policy for students,
- accident insurance policy,
- consular and visa fees,
- transfers to and from the airport.
Air travel is also paid separately. The cost of weekend excursions can be found out from the school staff.
Enrolment process
All you need to enroll in a school is to choose a program and fill out an application. A member of staff will then contact you and instruct you on how to proceed.
Entry requirements, how to apply, what is required to enrol
The school has non-selective admissions and is open to all students 13 years old and older. The student must have a certain basic level of Spanish.
The school has 3 types of programs:
- for teenagers (open to students from 13 to 17 years old);
- for adults (over 17 years old);
- for seniors 50+ (students under the age of 50 can also enroll in such programs, provided that their goals and interests coincide, or if they are accompanying another student).
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Residence permits, citizenship and other services
- Guardianship services during the studies
- Student supervision
Review about Language School IH Malaga
Recommendations on when to apply
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