Spain is not only a popular tourist destination, but also an excellent place to learn Spanish, which has recently taken a confident second place in the popularity among all the languages ​​of the world, second only to Chinese.

What makes Spanish so popular? First of all, this is the territory. Spanish is the official language in 22 countries. It is spoken by the whole Spain, Latin America, as well as 20% of US residents.

Moreover, Spanish is the second most studied language in the world, because 20 million people try to master it.

Where to learn Spanish?

In order to plunge into the Spanish-speaking atmosphere, it is best to go to Latin America or Spain. However, of course, the Spanish homeland is the Castilian region of Spain. This is where you can hear the original, clear language, without dialect or accent. If you learn Spanish in Spain, you can have a conversation in any Spanish-speaking country.

Spain is a country of favorable climate, cheerful people, active nightlife, and, of course, amazing history and culture. No wonder hundreds of thousands of tourists from all over the world come here every year to enjoy this incomparable atmosphere. Moreover, every year approximately 40,000 students come to Spain to improve their language level.

Why Spain?

The population itself is one of the main reasons for studying in Spain. People here are friendly, cheerful and open. People will always help and support you. You can also enjoy an active cultural life with a huge number of attractions, holidays, festivals.

Many students are attracted by the mild climate and relaxed atmosphere. How leisurely the Spaniards spend the day and having fun at night, it attracts students from all over the world. Schools offer many excursions, cultural, entertainment and sports activities.

If speaking directly about studying at a university or a language school, then the same relaxed atmosphere is present in the classroom. Most classes are conducted in an informal setting, and the seminars are a lively conversation.

Climate

Many go to Spain precisely because of its climate. The country represents the same climatic diversity as the cultural one. This is due to the rather mountainous terrain and proximity of the ocean. In total, there are 4 types of climate in the country: continental, marine, Mediterranean and subtropical.

The continental climate prevails in Spain. It is observed almost throughout the country with the exception of the coasts and mountainous terrain. The winters are quite cold and snowy, and the summer is rather hot and rainy.

In the north of the country (Basque Country, Cantabria, Asturias and Galicia), the maritime climate prevails with subtle changes in temperature, warm winters and cool summers.

Despite the fact that Spain is associated for many with the Mediterranean climate, it is observed on only one fifth of the entire territory of the country and is characterized by average temperatures, and it is quite warm in winter and summer.

The subtropical climate is represented in the Canary Islands. The summer temperature here is about 22 degrees, and winter - 14.

Courses

Language learning in Spain is available for both adults and children (from the age of 12) with any level of language. Classes are held in groups of up to 10 people or individually.

Spanish courses in Spain usually start on Mondays, and their duration varies from one week to one year. You can choose courses with a different intensity : from 15 to 40 hours per week. Some of them are combined with outdoor activities, cultural and sporting events.

Schools offer a huge variety of courses: general, intensive, classes are only in the morning or only in the evening, courses on preparing for international exams, entering a university or obtaining the citizenship.

In Spain, you can take the international DELE exam (Diplomas de Espanol como Lengua Extranjera) and get an international diploma confirming your language skills.  You can enroll in Spanish universities, work in Spanish-speaking countries, or teach Spanish at local schools and universities with it.

There are also specialized courses on a specific topic: business, tourism, IT-technology, economics.

Any student can choose individual lessons with a teacher. In this case, you plan your classes by yourself depending on the goals and the level of the language, you can concentrate on a specific subject or area, choose the most convenient time for conducting classes and their intensity. A huge advantage is a completely individual approach, which helps learn the language more effectively.

Preparatory courses help make students ready for the entrance exams, for university studies. The main goal is to increase the language level, because the training is conducted in Spanish. Schools will help you prepare and go through the introductory stage.

Every student can choose the one of the whole variety of courses that he likes, depending on the goals, desires and preferences. Reviews on Spanish courses in Spain you can read on our website.

In any case, all courses are aimed at improving language skills (speaking, grammar, vocabulary) and developing confidence in the language environment, because you not only learn the language, but also have the opportunity to practice it every day.

Schools

Barcelona and Madrid are the two main tourist and educational centers. It combines a rich history and cultural heritage, as well as one of the most famous and prestigious universities in Spain.

Madrid, as the capital, is perhaps the most popular city to learn Spanish, because the language here is clear and easy to understand, and the city itself is full of fun and mystery.

A lot of people want to study the language in Barcelona, ​​because this city is the cultural center of the country. However, if you are just starting to learn the language, you may encounter some difficulties, since Spanish is a second language for locals.

In addition to the most popular cities, Spain is famous for other excellent educational centers, such as Malaga, Salamanca, Valencia, Granada, Bilbao. For example, in Salamanca is one of the oldest universities, which is 800 years old!

The most prestigious and popular universities are: University of Alcala, University of Navarre, Polytechnic University of Catalonia, University of Pompeu Fabra.

BookYourStudy offers training at various schools in Spain, but the most popular are:

1. Enforex is the leading and most prestigious organization that teaches Spanish in the territory of Spain and the whole Latin America. Schools are located in many cities in Spain, and you can choose the one that you like.

2. Sprachcaffe Language Plus is located in three cities in Spain: Barcelona, ​​Madrid and Malaga. Each of the cities will help you learn Spanish, enjoy amazing sights and incomparable nature and, of course, get unforgettable memories.

3. Escuela de Idiomas Nerja is located in the very center of the town of Nerja, in a typical Andalusian building with its own large tropical garden, just a few minutes walk from the local scenic beaches. The school has 16 fully equipped classrooms both in the school building and for outdoor classes. It is worth noting its magnificent tropical garden that is an ideal place for schoolwork, as well as for relaxing at the break at our summer cafe.

4. Don Quijote is an international language school offering learning Spanish as a foreign language. Since its founding in 1986, the school currently has 7 company-owned schools in Spain and Latin America, as well as a large network of partner schools (more than 30), and a positive review of more than 150,000 satisfied students.

Accommodation

During studies, students can live in host families, residences or apartments.

Again, it all depends on the desires and goals of the student. If you want to immerse yourself in the Spanish-speaking environment, feel the Spanish lifestyle, get acquainted with the traditions and customs - then the homestay is the ideal option for you. This type of accommodation has a lot of advantages: you can constantly practice the language, spend time with true Spaniards and learn something new from them every day, try not only national cuisine, but also home cooking. However, do not forget that you are still a guest and need to behave appropriately.

Accommodation in a residence or apartment implies a greater level of freedom. Here you do not depend on the owners, but at the same time, do not forget about your neighbors. This type of accommodation is also a great way to practice language. Here you can meet friends from all over the world, learn about the traditions and culture of other countries.

Visas

In order to go to Spain, it is necessary to issue a short-term or long-term visa. We are pleased to help you collect the necessary documents and fill out a form for obtaining a visa to Spain.

We provide comprehensive support to our students, ranging from the selection of the training programme and the execution of the necessary documents to the accommodation and transfer. Our specialists are always ready to help and explain all unclear points.

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