Our courses are designed in such a way that the student, while learning the grammar in a natural and simple way, is able to understand, speak, read and write in Spanish. All the courses at the Hernan Cortes Institute are supplemented with extra material. We do not believe in the concept of one course book. Our method ensures real and progressive learning that the student finds easy to assimilate.

    Our wide range of courses enables the student to choose the one which suits his or her needs best. Progress is monitored by the teachers and Director of Studies to ensure optimum results. Once the course is finished, the student receives a certificate of achievement according to the level obtained.

 

 

Qualified teachers in the teaching Spanish as a foreign language (SFL)

Small groups,the minimum is 3 and the maximum is 8

Six levels from beginners to proficiency

Level test on their first day in the school

Lessons last 55 minutes and students are provided with all necessary course materials.

Courses start on any Monday. Beginners start on the first Monday of every month.

Minimum course duration is 1 week. Monday to Friday

Certificate of achievement according to the level obtained.  

 

 

GENERAL COURSES (20 hours)

This course is designed for general Spanish studies. It covers the four skills of the language. For students over 18 years of age. The course consists of 20 hours weekly group lessons with 2 different teachers.

 

INTENSIVE COURSES (30 hours)

This course is designed to meet the needs of students, both for general Spanish and specific priorities in the language. The course consists of six lessons a day, 30 hours weekly group lessons with 2 or 3 different teachers.

 

PRIVATE TUITION

For those students requiring intensive one-to-one teaching, this is the most efficient method to learn general or specialised Spanish in a short period of time. Classes last 60 minutes.

 

 

 

D.E.L.E.

At the Hernan Cortes Institute we have a 100% pass rate in the D.E.L.E. examinations (Diploma in Spanish as a Foreign Language), an official diploma given by the Cervantes Institute. It comprises of three levels: Beginners, Intermediate and Advanced. The exam is held in May and in November.

    These courses are addressed to all those people who have a basic grasp of the Spanish language and wish to improve their knowledge by using it in a professional context: business, financial services, tourism, art and literature.

    The courses are designed to meet the most general needs of communication between professionals. The four basic skills are incorporated within them, as well as some exercises and activities in real situations which allow one to become familiar with the procedures and documentation of each profession. 

• Spanish for Tourism	• Spanish for Business
• History, Art and Literature	• Secretarial Spanish

IN THE PROFESSORS HOME

    Living in the teacher’s home presents the student with a unique opportunity to learn Spanish throughout the day on a continuous basis. Accommodation is on a full-board basis in a single room. Classes last 60 minutes.

JUNIOR COURSE

    This is a course designed for students aged between 14 and 17. It combines Spanish classes with a complete programme of social and cultural activities in the afternoons, suitable for students of this age group. The course consists of four lessons a day, 20 hours weekly group lessons with 2 different teachers

COMBINED COURSE  MADRID - GRANADA

    We wish to offer our students the chance to study in two splendid cities, Granada and Madrid. In Granada our twin school offers continuity of the study programme and the same high quality of service. The I.H.C. will co-ordinate the student’s study programme and journey between the two cities. Minimum duration is two weeks in each city.