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Granada
Frequently Asked Questions |
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Courses
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1.1
What level of classes should I take?
As soon as you arrive at the school you will be given
a placement exam to determine the level you should be in.
1.2 What qualifications do the
teachers have?
All teachers are native speakers, have university degrees,
language teaching qualifications and have prior experience teaching
languages to foreigners. In addition to their professional credentials,
they were carefully selected for their abilities to keep students
interested and respond to intercultural differences.
1.3 How many weeks should I study?
There are 6 different levels, from courses for beginners
to those designed for perfecting language skills, each with
an average of 2 - 8 students per group; the average number during
the year is 2 to 6 students per level.
1.4 What is the focus of the advanced classes?
Advanced classes focus on learning the finer points of grammar,
such as uses of the subjunctive and idiomatic expressions, as
well as practicing conversational and written skills.
There are 6 different levels, from courses for beginners to
those designed for perfecting language skills, each with an
average of 2 - 8 students per group; the average number during
the year is 2 to 6 students per level.
1.5 Should I bring any materials to class?
Yes. A notebook and writing materials are required.
It is also highly recommended to keep a pocket dictionary and
a grammar reference book handy. Please contact us to ask for
recommended materials: info@studyglobal.com
1.6 When are program start dates?
For our programs at our Centre in Granada Starting
Dates are listed here.
Notice that only beginners have specific dates to start courses,
rest of levels starts every Monday during the year
We realize that students cannot control flight abilities and
that not everyone can meet these dates. If you desire to start
on another date, consult us at info@studyglobal.com,
it is also possible and recommended to take additional private
hours to catch up with the group.
1.7 What is a typical day
like?
Classes normally begin at 9 A.M. Students and teachers generally
show up a few minutes earlier for coffee or tea.
The first session lasts until 11.00 A.M. Then, there is a half-hour
break for breakfast where students can socialize with teachers
all together, then at 11.30 A.M. everyone goes back to class
until 12.30 P.M. or 2.30 P.M. depending on the number of hours
a week the course that you chose has. There are 4, 5 or 6 hours
of language tuition per day, each class lasting 45 minutes.
During high season (spring/autumn) classes may be held in the
afternoons from 03.00 p.m.
After class most students get lunch with other students and/or
teachers.
In the afternoons and evenings a variety of activities are available
such as: conferences concerning present-day topics of interest,
film sessions, guided tours to the Alhambra
or the Arabic quarter Albaycín, trips to the beach or
hiking in Sierra Nevada.
Every weekend we offer an interesting travel
program. It includes tours such as to the Alpujarras, to
different nature parks, to Seville, Córdoba, Ronda or
Morocco.
1.8
I would like to focus on business, health care, law, etc. Do
you offer such programs?
Students wishing to have specialized classes have a couple of
options. You can take a private course, one to one, and focus
on the specific area that you may require.
The other option is to take one of our Cultural Courses, these
courses are designed for advanced students, helping them to
practice the language discussing cultural themes. The courses
consist of 6 lessons a week. Students pay an additional fee
and can choose between the following topics: Spanish Culture
and Society, Spanish and Latin-American Literature, Spanish
and Latin-American Music or Spanish Films
The Business Spanish Course prepare students, in private "one
to one" classes, for the exams "Certificado Básico",
"Certificado Superior" and "Diploma de Español
de los Negocios" of the Madrid Chamber of Commerce.
Topics covered in these courses are: general business correspondence,
business negotiations and Spain's role in the international
market. The courses are ideal for professionals working in import
and export or for those who wish to work in any branch of commerce
in Andalusia.Business, etc.
1.9 May I receive university credit?
Most universities will grant credit for course taken
at our schools if you come through a program in group arranged
previously between your University and our School.
For those students who come by their own and are interested
in receiving university credits, you should first visit your
University’s Language Department to learn of specific
requirements.
The normal process for your University’s Language Department
to concede the credits is to review the content of the course
that you will be taking with us and require a letter of verification
that the course is taught in the local language, once they have
this documentation they will take a decision about it.
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2.
Housing
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2.1
May I begin my homestay before my classes start?
Yes, you may begin your homestay at any time, and it
is logical to do it at least one day before your course start.
Please register as early as possible, as homestay families and
other type of accommodations are limited and we want to find
you the best match.
2.2 What are the different types of
Accommodations that you offer for Granada?
We do offer single and double rooms in shared apartments
with Spanish people or other foreign students, another option
is living with one of our host Spanish families, according to
your request. We do also offer single and double rooms within
a Student Residency. Please check our Prices
list for Accommodation in Granada. |
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3.
Pricing |
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3.1
Can you help me to find a discount airfare?
We recommend using our travel information, which helps
you to find discounted flights to Spain. Go to Travel
3.2 How should I pay?
Once your place in a program has been confirmed you
can transfer the registration fee plus a 20% depositto
one of our accounts in either Germany, France, Spain, New Zealand
or the US. The remaining tuition fee must be paid either shortly
before the program start or at the time of arrival depending
on the school. All this information will be included in the
confirmation letter. |
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4.
Registration
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4.1
How far in advance must I register?
To guarantee a spot in our schools, you should register
at least six weeks in advance. For registrations less than four
weeks before the start date, we cannot guarantee a place in
a group class or in a homestay. Please write for availability
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5.
General
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5.1
Am I too old for a language school? Too young?
Too old? Definitely not. While we have many university
age students, we have many active seniors as well. The diversities
of ages, nationalities, professsions, and interests of our students
contribute to the unique experience you will have.
Too young? Maybe. If you are under 18 and will not be with parents
or relatives, please contact us about possible arrangements.
5.2 What makes the StudyGlobal schools
special?
We believe that our customers are not only here to
learn Spanish, but to be part of an exciting experience abroad.
To follow that our dynamic and helpful staff is encouraged to
treat each student uniquely with very personalized services.
Whether it means helping students arrange a trip, write a personal
Spanish letter, or buy a gift for the friends back home, we
are dedicated to the extra service that will make your stay
memorable. Please also see Advantages with StudyGlobal.
5.3 Do you have other study/tour specials
planned?
Most of our schools offer extra activities as part
of their curriculum such as 1-day excursions, dance classes,
cooking, beach days etc. In the near future we will offer packages
including flamenco, adventure tours etc. Please come back and
check our website frequently. You can also visit http://www.alhambradegranada.org/default_en.asp
for detailled information on visiting the Alhambra.
5.4 What are the current safety and
health conditions?
For updated travel alerts, potential health hazards,
and other related issues, please consult our Travel Information. |
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