Learn Spanish in Argentina - Language course Buenos Aires

Buenos Aires is also called the "Paris of the South", strongly influenced by European culture while retaining Latin charm. It is one of the most sophisticated cities in Latin America, renown for its nightlife and cultural activities. With its countless bars and cafes, bustling streets and nocturnal population, Buenos Aires is a place of infinite movement. It seems hard to find another city in Latin America with so much passion and excitement.

Since Buenos Aires remains largely undiscovered by most tourists, you will quickly be embraced by locals (porteños) happy to meet foreigners. With high standards of living, very low crime rates and a relatively small tourist crowd, our students have found Buenos Aires to be an ideal place for learning Spanish. 

Whether sitting at an outdoor cafe watching the beautiful porteños, dancing Salsa until morning, playing soccer in the parks, or watching a world famous Tango show, cosmopolitan Buenos Aires provides entertainment for everyone.

The city is quite large (three million residents), however it is very walker-friendly and public transportation (metro and buses) offers fast and efficient movement between all of the traditional neighborhoods.

Despite the energy supplied by the porteños and the nightlife, Buenos Aires is a remarkably safe city at all hours and students will feel comfortable in our neighborhood. Standards of living are high and drinking the local tap water presents no problems. 

South of Buenos Aires lie many beaches, including the famous resorts of Mar Del Plata (140 km from BA).

All of Argentina's tourist locations are easily accessible from Buenos Aires, by economical domestic flights, by rail and by bus. 

Surprisingly Affordable
Until a few years ago, Buenos Aires was one of the world's most expensive cities, but since the peso crashed in 2002, the city has become a bargain. Students at our Spanish school enjoy some of the world's best restaurants and entertainment at a fraction of the former cost.

Our partner school is located in Buenos Aires' most famous and premiere neighborhood, Recoleta, and provides an ideal setting:

• 5 blocks from the Subte (Metro-Underground) station Pueyrredon
• 3 blocks from the famous Recoleta cemetery where Evita is buried
• Safest and cleanest neighborhood of Buenos Aires
• Public transportation (colectivos) at the front door
• Many housing options in neighborhood
• Students living in the very center have an easy 10-15 minute subway ride AGAINST rush hour traffic
• Many stores and options for culture and entertainment 

The school is very spacious and comfortable, with beautiful decoration from the beginning of the century including sophisticated marble stairs and handmade floor mosaics. 3 floors include 18 classrooms, 6 restrooms, common areas, a kitchen, inside patio, inside and outside balconies, a large roof terrace (capacity 150), BBQ area, free purified water, coffee, tea and snacks during breaks as well as Internet connection + WIFI. The total capacity of the school is 160 students.

Directions from Subte (via metro):

1. Take Green Line Subte (Metro-Underground) to "Pueyrredon".
2. Exit Subte and walk down Santa Fe five blocks to Junin, take left onto Junin.
3. The school is located in the Junin street. 

• FREE Internet + WIFI: Use our computers or bring your own.
• FREE Tutorial: The helps sessions are free for enrolled students. 
• FREE Drinks & Snacks: Our kitchen "tias" keep you energized.
  

Our partner school is recognized for academic credit by the Universidad de la Marina Mercante.

Teachers
All of our teachers are native speakers with university degrees and have experience teaching Spanish to foreigners. Most have learned a second language themselves and therefore understand the student's perspective. They are devoted to helping students best reach their goals and to keeping the classes enjoyable and entertaining.

Details:

• 1 lesson = 50 min. of class teaching "face-to-face"
• Placement test upon arrival, including written and oral evaluation.
• Certification/diploma is given upon completion of course.
• Start dates every Monday, all year round
• Maximum 6 students per group class
  

There are two class schedules for group and one-to-one lessons. The assignment of a student´s shift takes place upon arrival after completion of the placement test:

• Morning: 9am - 1pm
• Afternoon: 2pm - 6pm
  

Details:

• 20 lessons per week (1 lesson = 50 min)
• Duration: 2-36 weeks
• All levels available
• Start dates every Monday, all year round
• Maximum 6 students per group class
• Time Schedule: class sessions are in the morning from 9am - 1pm or in the afternoon from 2pm – 6 pm.

Details:

• Standard Course 20 lessons per week plus an additional 4 lessons One-to-One*
• Duration: 1-36 weeks
• All levels available
• Start dates every Monday, all year round
• Maximum 6 students per group class
• Time Schedule: group sessions are in the morning from 9am - 1pm + private lessons in the afternoon or group lessons in the afternoon from 2pm – 6 pm and private lessons in the morning
• The course is ideal for students that want to focus on specific topics in additional one-to-one lessons*
  

Details:

• Standard Course 20 lessons per week plus an additional 8 lessons One-to-One*
• Duration: 1-36 weeks
• All levels available
• Start dates every Monday, all year round
• Maximum 6 students per group class
• Time Schedule: group sessions are in the morning from 9am - 1pm + private lessons in the afternoon or group lessons in the afternoon from 2pm – 6 pm and private lessons in the morning
  

• One-to-one lessons only
• One-to-one lessons combined with group lessons.
  

Details:

• Minimum Duration: 1 week
• All levels available
• Start dates every Monday, all year round
• Time Schedule: morning or afternoon classes
• The course is ideal for students that want to focus on specific topics in additional one-to-one lessons*

DELE Exam Schedule 2009:

• May 16 (registration until Apr 24)
• Aug 21 (registration until July 13) 
• Nov 14 (registration until Oct 16)
  

*Registration for the DELE exam is separate from registering for the language program

Exam Fees (not incl. in course price)

• Inicial: EUR 76
• Intermedio: EUR 89
• Superior: EUR 99

The program we have developed for medical professionals combines the regular Spanish immersion program with medical-specific Spanish and cultural training. Morning group classes never have more than six students. After morning classes, students find themselves engaged in a variety of medical-oriented activities in the afternoon.

Clinical Shadowing: The main portion of the medical package is clinical shadowing in either a hospital or health clinic. Students can observe professionals interacting with patients in Spanish and observe the similarities and differences between these clinics and those in the US. 2 sessions per week of min. 1.30hs – max 4hs.

Many students also choose supplemental private Spanish lessons, in addition to the standard group course, to focus on particular needs or on "Medical Spanish" (such as role-playing).

Requirements:

• Student must wear a white apron and respect all the internal rules at the institution
• Short hair or well kept and tied back
• No piercing Application
  

Price: 110 USD per week for 2 sessions of Clinical Shadowing

Our partner school now offers to learn Spanish and to learn the Tango.

Become a real Porteño in only a few weeks as you frequent the city's best clubs, learn to chat with the locals and experience a truly world-class culture.

Lessons take place at a beautiful and renowned Tango school.

Package:

• 4 Tango lessons (2 group, 2 private) per week; groups of max. 6 students (Price: 110 USD per week)
• Standard Spanish Immersion course
  

Your advantages:

• We work with many of the city's best teachers.
• Free admission to many of the top clubs.
• Smooth integration into the city's culture.
  

Internships are ideal for students who want to gain practical experience via an unpaid internship or volunteer project. All internships are evaluated and supervised throughout the placement.

Duration is a minimum of 12 weeks (4 weeks Spanish Program + min. 8 weeks Internship).
You choose the duration of your internship completely according to your schedule and your wishes (2 months to 1 year). In order to have sufficient time to become familiar with the country and the people and to adjust to the language and to your internship position, we recommend you to allow at least two months for your internship.

Requirements:

• 18+ year old
• High School Certificate
• Intermediate Spanish level
• Basic computer skills
  

Work Fields Examples:

• Business: Marketing, selling, accounting, costumer service, exportation
• Health: customer services, nurses, emergency, (different specialities)
• Tourism: costumer services, tour guide, travel agencies, hotel & restaurants.
  

In co-operation with different social institutions and non-profit organizations we offer various voluntary work projects. Usually, you work directly with the relevant people and are responsible for the care of ill and homeless children, handicapped or elderly people, homeless or in support of the Mapuche Indians.

Duration is a minimum of 8 weeks (4 weeks Spanish Program + min. 4 weeks Volunteering)
You choose the duration of your volunteer work completely according to your schedule and wishes (1 - 6 months). In order to have sufficient time to become familiar with the country, people and to adjust to the language and to your volunteer position, we recommend you to allow at least two months for volunteering.

Prior to arrival you will receive a list of possible volunteer areas. Student should select 3 options according to their interests. When the student arrives and begins studying we will arrange a visit to the selected organizations. It is up to the organization to approve a student, however we will help to the best of our abilities. We do not guarantee positions before arrival as students need to visit organizations beforehand.

• Minimum level to start volunteer work Low Intermediate
• Application Program enrolment + resume + cover letter
• Application period 2 months prior volunteer work tentative start date
• Itinerary Varies per organization, some projects might be undertaken part time after class while others require full time commitment after student has finished language preparation.
  

Many activities and excursions can be arranged for the students. You can take advantage of the city's attractions, but also go on excursions to nearby places or explore the rest of Argentina's incredible beauty. The nightlife of Buenos Aires offers numerous possibilities to go out and enjoy. Tango and Salsa courses can also be arranged. Spending a weekend on an Estancia watching Gauchos, horseback-riding and participating in the famous Asado (Argentinean BBQ) is the highlight of any short trip within the Buenos Aires region.

Every Monday students receive a leaflet with the week's itinerary including details of cost, dates and itinerary. Costs vary from US$2 for transportation to $130 for a full weekend excursion. 

• The northern provinces towards Bolivia offers spectacular trekking and Amerindian villages.
• Andean mountains of the west have excellent ski resorts and sporting activities such as whitewater rafting
• South of Buenos Aires lie many beaches, including the famous resorts of Mar Del Plata (140 km from BA).
• Patagonia, the southernmost region, is rich in marine life such as whales, sea lions, and penguin colonies can be witnessed in this sparsely populated area.
• Tango Classes