Austral Idiomas offers both group and private instruction, from beginner to advanced levels. All Spanish language programs are available throughout the year and have last from 2 weeks to 6 months. All teachers are native Spanish speakers with specialized training in teaching Spanish to non-native speakers.

Spanish classes are held every day from Monday to Friday, in the morning and/or afternoon. The maximum class size is 6 students. The average number is 3, per group. Students have a different teacher every two weeks. Classes cover grammar, writing skills, reading comprehension and conversation. On the first day of classes students are given a placement test to evaluate their skill level in order to place them in the group that best suits their needs. Certificates of attendance are provided at the end of the course.

GENERAL INFORMATION     REGULAR COURSES     SPANISH +

GENERAL INFORMATION

Class variety:

At Austral Idiomas we offer a wide variety of courses, including group and private programs, field specific programs as well as combined courses. Furthermore, we offer the possibility of adapting our private programs to the student’s needs and interests (i.e. Spanish for backpackers).

Small Class Sizes:

An average of 3 and a maximum of 6 students per group.

Activities:

At Austral Idiomas we strongly believe that the language learning process continues beyond the classroom. For a complete immersion into the Argentine language and culture we offer weekly activities and excursions as part of all of our programs. At Austral Idiomas, we put a lot of effort into finding interesting and fun activities available at affordable prices. All of our activities take place after class hours, are accompanied by one of our staff members and are guided in Spanish.

Class hours:

• Classes are held Monday through Friday, all year round – Exception: Public Holidays.
• 1 class lasts for 50 minutes
• Timetable:   Morning  09.00 – 12.50
                   Afternoon 14.00 – 17.50
• Generally, group classes will take place during the morning schedule and private classes in the afternoon. However, due to seasonal changes in the number of students taking group or private classes, theses schedules may vary.

Class Levels:

• 7 levels are available – Based on ALTE leveling system.

For Group Courses:

• Group courses start on any Monday of the year for students with an intermediate or higher Spanish level, and once a month, on the first Monday of the month, for beginners. Nevertheless, additional start dates for beginners may be arranged. For detailed information please contact us.
• A minimum of 2 and a maximum of 6 students per group.
• If for any reason there is only one participant for a particular group course, the participant is given private tuition instead of the group lessons and the number of lessons will be reduced as follows:
• For Intensive Group Course: 2 private lessons instead of 4 group lessons
• For Super Intensive Group Course: 4 private lessons instead of 4 group lessons and 2 private lessons
• A refund for the course fee is not applicable.

For Private Courses:

• Private Courses start on any Monday of the year for all students, independent of their Spanish level. Individual classes not forming part of a program may be started on any day of the week.
• The classes may be individually adapted to the needs of each student.

REGULAR COURSES

1. Intensive GROUP Program

• 4 group classes per day (20 classes per week)
• With groups formed by students from all sorts of backgrounds, group classes offer a dynamic and interesting experience for all participants. Allowing a greater amount of spare time, this course is ideal for students who wish to fully take advantage of their stay in Buenos Aires by getting to know many of the city’s attractions.

2 . Intensive PRIVATE Program

• 4 private classes per day (20 classes per week)
• Ideally suited for those wishing to shape their Spanish lessons in accordance with their personal needs and interests. This program allows the students to advance at their own pace and is recommended for beginner to advanced students and for those wishing to take a refresher course.

3. Super Intensive Program (COMBINED tuition)

• 4 group classes per day (20 classes per week)
• 2 private classes per day (10 classes per week)
• This course gives the student the opportunity to combine group studies with individually adaptable private classes, while still leaving enough spare time to enjoy the city’s cultural and entertainment program. The private lessons allow the student to focus the lesson content on their needs and interests (i.e. vocabulary, information, etc.) and resolve language difficulties encountered during group classes.

4. Spanish Junior Program (-18 years old)

• 4 group classes per day (20 classes per week)

·  Features:

• Accommodation in a host-family
• Three meals a day (accompanied by teacher, respectively host-family),
• All course material,
• 2 private transports between residence and school on weekdays,
• Airport transfer on arrival and departure
• Special attendance on excursions and activities.
• This program was created for younger students who may not yet feel comfortable traveling and staying abroad on their own, but do not want to miss out on the opportunity of learning Spanish in a Hispanic country. Students enrolled in this program join group classes attended by students of some of our other programs while enjoying special attention during and after class hours.

5. Program MERCOSUR (for Brazilian students and students with precognitions in Portuguese)

• 4 group classes per day (20 classes per week)
• 1 group class per day (5 per week) aimed at the difficulties encountered by Portuguese-speaking students.
• Program MERCOSUR was designed for students who are native Portuguese speakers or have previous knowledge of the Portuguese language. Students of this program participate in 4 daily group classes of general Spanish together with students of different backgrounds, as well as in 1 daily group class for Portuguese speaking students emphasizing the differences and similarities between Spanish and Portuguese.

6. DELE Preparation

• 3 private classes per day (15 classes per week) focused on the preparation of the DELE exam
• Students applying for this course should have a Spanish level corresponding or close to the DELE exam they are planning to take. This course will prepare the student for the style and format of the DELE exam.

·  Course material: copies of the corresponding DELE exams from the 2 previous years

This exam measures test-takers´ level of proficiency in Spanish. DELE is the official exam developed and given by the Cervantes Institute in Spain. Business and educational institutions use it to determine employment and study placements. The exam is offered twice a year: May and November. Austral Idiomas’ exam preparation classes focus on developing the student’s abilities in all areas tested. Other important factors that greatly influence students’ performance are time spent in intimate contact with Argentinean culture and breadth of this experience.

DELE Application

DELE Exams may be taken at any official DELE centre. If students wish to take the exam in at the DELE centre in Buenos Aires, they need to inform us at least 3 months before the exam date in order to complete the application. For further information please refer to www.cervantes.es.

• Individual (complementary) classes
• Private classes in addition to a program or without participating in a program
• Private classes form the ideal complement for those participating in a group program wishing to learn and talk about their personal interests and resolve language difficulties encountered during the group classes.
• Private classes without participating in one of our programs may be the solution for those with less time, wishing to improve their Spanish skills.

SPANISH +

• For some of these courses an intermediate Spanish level is required.

1. Spanish + MEDICINE

• 20 group classes per week (4 classes per day)
• 8 individual classes per week (2 per day, there are no individual classes on Friday)
• This course is ideal for those associated with or interested in the field of healthcare (i.e. Medical or Nursing Students, Healthcare professionals,…).
• Part of the content of the course may be adapted to the individual needs and interests of each student.
• Includes course specific extra material.

2. Spanish + BUSINESS

• 20 group classes per week (4 classes per day)
• 8 individual classes per week (2 per day, there are no individual classes on Friday)
• This course is best suited for business people and those interested in today’s Business language.
• Part of the content of the course may be adapted to the individual needs and interests of each student.
• Includes course specific extra material.

3. Spanish + ARGENTINE CULTURE AND HISTORY

• 20 group classes per week (4 classes per day)
• 8 individual classes per week (2 per day, there are no individual classes on Friday)
• Developed for those who are interested in getting to know not only Argentina’s language, but also its culture, history, politics and geography.
• Includes course specific extra material.

4. Spanish + TANGO

• 20 group classes per week (4 classes per day)
• 1 individual Tango lesson and 5 group Tango lessons per week
• Additional Features:
• 1 entrance for the Tango-show at Café Tortoni
• 1 night out at an authentic “milonga” (expenses not included)
• 1 visit to Carlos Gardel’s house
• Tango forms a very important part of the culture of Buenos Aires, making this course a true porteño experience for anyone from beginner to advanced interested in learning to dance Tango.

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5. Spanish + VOLUNTEER WORK

• Volunteering in Argentina provides a great opportunity to aid those less fortunate while applying the Spanish you’ve learnt in the classroom in the real world.
• Option 1: For students with a beginner Spanish level (minimum 8 weeks)
• Weeks 1 – 4: Intensive group course:  20 lessons (4/day) of 50 minutes GROUP-instruction per week
• Weeks 5 – 8 (or more): Volunteer work
• Option 2: For students with an intermediate Spanish level (minimum 4 weeks)
• 20 lessons (4/day) of 50 minutes GROUP-instruction per week, in the morning
• Volunteer Work in the afternoon

6. Spanish + INTERNSHIP

• 20 group classes per week (4 classes per day)
• Internship (minimum duration of 3 months)

For further information about this course please contact us