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LEARN SPANISH IN MADRID

Madrid is the capital of Spain and the largest city in Spain, as well as in the province and the autonomous community of the same name. It is located on the river Manzanares in the center of the country, in the historic region of New Castile. Due to its geographical location, wealth and history, Madrid is considered the main financial center of the Iberian Peninsula.

About the city

Madrid is the capital of Spain, seat of government, and residence of the Spanish monarch, and therefore the most important city in Spain. Madrid is located in the Mazanares River and covers an approximately area of 604.3 Km 2 that makes it the third largest city in the European Union only after London and Berlin. Nowadays, it is calculates that the population of the city is roughly 3.3 million, that also makes one of the most populated cities in Europe. There are many theories about the origins of the name “Madrid”, some people contend that its original name was “ursaria” due to the large number of bears (Osos in Spanish) there were found near of the city. However, nowadays is commonly believed that the name comes from an old Roman settlement called “Marice”.

Currently, Madrid is one of the most important business centers in Europe and of course the largest in Spain, having amazing modern buildings and fashionable shopping areas that are widely visited by people from all over the world. However, Madrid is not only modern buildings; if you walk through the city you will find beautiful and ancient places and monuments like The Buen Retiro Park, the national archives and of course the archeological museum. Madrid is a city that definitely you cannot fail to visit.

The general aspect of Madrid is modern, with boulevards and fashionable shopping areas, but the old quarters have picturesque streets. Its landmarks include the huge royal palace; a restored 1850 opera house; the Buen Retiro park, opened in 1631; the imposing 19th-century building containing the national library (founded 1712), the national archives, and an archaeological museum; and three superb art museums–the Prado, which houses one of the finest art collections in the world; the Queen Sofía Museum of modern art; and the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum, housed in the renovated Villahermosa Palace. Also noteworthy is the modern Ciudad Universitaria.

Population: 3,200,000 (5,5 Urban area)
Tourism: Over 6 million tourists visit Madrid each year.
Average temperature: Summer 23ºC (73ºF) and winter 7ºC (47ºF).

Why learn Spanish in Madrid?

What we like:

The Royal palace
Museo del Prado
Centro de Arte Reina Sofía
Near historical towns of Avila, Toledo or Segovia
Excellent public transport system
Famous for its vivid nightlife, combines modern theatres with pubs

What we don't like:

There are no beaches in Madrid
Too hot in summer

Madrid photos

Spanish courses in Madrid

DELE B1-B2 Preparation Course

This course is only for non-native Spanish speakers and consists of 20 classes per week. At this level you require an intermediate Spanish (B1 level) or advanced Spanish (B2 level). Exam fees are not included (approximate 150 Eur for B1and 172 Eur for B2).
Start dates:
4-week course: 30/04/12, 30/07/12, 15/10/12
2-week course: 14/05/12, 13/08/12, 29/10/12

Groups: 16 students
Classes: 20
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DELE C1-C2 Preparation Course

This course is only for non-native Spanish speakers and consists of 20 classes per week. At this level you require superior Spanish (C1) or mastery Spanish (C2 level). Exam fees are not included (approximate 180 Eur for C1 and 187 Eur for C2).
Start dates:
4-week course: 30/04/12, 30/07/12, 15/10/12
2-week course: 14/05/12, 13/08/12, 29/10/12

Groups: 16 students
Classes: 20
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Intensive Business Spanish

In the Intensive Business course you will learn the basics of business Spanish. You will study with active professionals taking the course to improve their careers and current university students about to finish their studies. The 4-weeks long program is made up of 20 classes of Intensive Business per week. We recommend the entire 4 week course to be eligible for the Chamber of Commerce exam, but you can also book a flexible and specially designed 2 week course. By completing the full 4-week program you will be prepared for the Basic Spanish Certificate in Business granted by the Madrid Chamber of Commerce.

Groups: 8 students
Classes: 20
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Intensive Spanish Course

In the Intensive course you will have 4 Spanish classes from Monday to Friday in groups of a maximum of 8 students. If you need to advance more quickly in oral communication we recommend you go for the Super- Intensive course, with 2 extra daily classes based on oral and written communication practice.
In addition, you have the option of attending an extra and completely free daily class covering different topics of cultural interest. We know that for a language course to be successful, it is not enough to offer excellent teaching. Other factors, such as socio-cultural aspects, also play an important part in its success.

Groups: 8 students
Classes: 20 + 5
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Superintensive Spanish Course

In the Intensive course you will have 6 Spanish classes from Monday to Friday in groups of a maximum of 8 students.
In addition, you have the option of attending an extra and completely free daily class covering different topics of cultural interest. We know that for a language course to be successful, it is not enough to offer excellent teaching. Other factors, such as socio-cultural aspects, also play an important part in its success.

Groups: 8 students
Classes: 30 + 5
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