IH Barcelona
Description of IH Barcelona
IH Barcelona was founded in 1972 and is part of the international educational network International House. The educational institution is accredited by Instituto Cervantes, which confirms the high level of educational services, excellent quality of service and convenient living and learning conditions.
IH Barcelona offers a variety of Spanish courses - international students with any initial level of knowledge and with any academic requirements, can join the school's courses. The most popular is the general course (20 lessons per week for 55 minutes), it is a comprehensive development of all the basic language skills, more attention is paid for communication skills, grammar and vocabulary. The cost of courses already includes all necessary books, materials and manuals. The summer language camp in Tarragona is very much in demand - it accepts pupils of 7-13 years old (for details, check with the manager). There are also thematic, combined courses that not only significantly develop general language skills, but also introduce students to Spanish culture, history and art, include a large number of sports activities (for example, Spanish + football). International students can choose an academic year of study in the school , programs for continuing education, individual lessons, etc. In addition to Spanish, you can learn French, German and English.
Programs and prices, tuition fees in IH Barcelona
In general, standard courses, students comprehensively work through all the basic skills and abilities: oral and written speech, reading and listening, grammar and vocabulary. The academic load of the course allows not only to quickly achieve sustainable progress, but also to leave time for leisure, entertainment, walks and excursions. This course can be combined with other studying programs: for example, preparation for DELE, business Spanish or colloquial course.
- Intensity of lessons: 20 lessons weekly.
- Duration of the lesson: 55 minutes.
- Number of pupils in the class: 4-10 people.
- Minimum level for enrollment: Beginner.
- Duration of studying: minimum 1 week.
- Start dates: for beginners: fixed dates (check with the manager), for students continuing education - every Monday.
Individual lessons with the teacher are the most effective and fastest way to develop language skills: the subject, specificity and intensity of the classes are completely determined by the student's abilities and academic goals. In a short time you can significantly improve oral and written speech, pass an audit course, tighten the grammar and expand the lexical stock, work on pronunciation or accent, separately and more carefully consider difficult places or language aspects. An experienced teacher will help to quickly identify weaknesses and gaps in knowledge - and eliminate them also easily and in a short time.
- Intensity of lessons: 20-25 lessons weekly.
- Duration of the lesson: 45 minutes.
- Number of pupils in the class: 1.
- Minimum level for enrollment: Beginner.
- Duration of studying: minimum 1 week.
This course was developed specifically for managers and specialists in business, tourism, banking and finance, sales representatives, etc. In a short time, the students of the program will not only significantly improve the level of knowledge of the Spanish language, but will also receive specific knowledge and skills useful in the international business environment. Much attention is paid to writing (correspondence and official correspondence), competent oral speech (negotiating and interviewing), listening to speech, and expanding the stock of special vocabulary.
- Intensity of lessons: 40 lessons weekly + lunch with a teacher (already included in the price).
- Duration of the lesson: 45 minutes.
- Number of pupils in the class: 1.
- Minimum level for enrollment: Beginner.
- Duration of studying: minimum 1 week.
- Start dates: for beginners - fixed dates (check with the manager), for students continuing education - every Monday.
Special course is aimed at professional teachers, raising the qualifications of teachers of the Spanish language. In the studying process, participants will learn more about Spanish culture, history, art, get acquainted with new pedagogical methods and techniques, discuss difficulties in working with students of different age groups, and work out frequently arising questions and problems in studying. This program will help educators to become more demanded specialists, to learn working according to modern standards, to more closely monitor innovations in the educational process.
- Intensity of lessons: 30 lessons weekly.
- Duration of the lesson: 45 minutes.
- Number of pupils in the class: 4-12 people.
- The minimum level for enrollment: Upper-Intermediate.
- Course duration: minimum 1-2 weeks.
- Program dates: March 29-April 1, July 11-July 22, August 1-August 12, October 31-November 4.
DELE is specialized examination for the knowledge of the Spanish language, which includes three categories, three separate tests:
- Inicial;
- Intermedio;
- Superior.
In the course of this program, students can prepare for the surrender of any type of exam - actively studied exam materials used during the past years, the latest methodological solutions and developments, sort out the types and nuances of tasks, test tests are necessarily solved. The exam can be taken directly at the school after the end of the course - note that the cost of the exam is paid separately.
- Intensity of lessons: 20 lessons weekly.
- Duration of the lesson: 55 minutes.
- Number of pupils in the class: 4-12 people (20 lessons of general Spanish) + 3-10 people (10 lessons of preparation for DELE).
- The minimum level for enrollment: Intermediate / Upper-Intermediate / Advanced.
- Course duration: minimum 4 weeks.
- Start dates: April 25, June 20, October 31.
Accommodation, meals, prices
The following accommodation options are available:
Homestay:
- Double room - 195 euro / week, breakfast;
- Double room - 235 euro / week, breakfast and dinner.
Apartment for 1-3 people:
- Single accommodation - 225 euro / week;
- Double accommodation (Shared) - 165 euro / week;
- + Deposit 200 euro.
Student hostel :
- Double room - 280 euro / week, breakfast;
- Double room - 350 euro / week, breakfast + supper;
- Single room - 110 euro / week, no meals.
Subjects, specialties
Facilities and equipment at IH Barcelona
The school in Barcelona occupies 6 floors of a beautiful historical building of the beginning of the XX century with non-standard triangular shape, beautiful and richly decorated entrance. There is a magnificent marble staircase, high ceilings and a lot of natural light. 40 classrooms are prepared for the students (each has air conditioning), a modern computer class (free Internet access), own library. A cozy terrace, where the sun often peeps, as well as a local bar with a variety of drinks and food are available for students rest. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the campus.
Admission dates and extra charges
The cost of any program includes:
- Studying on the program;
- Initial testing and knowledge level determination;
- Additional course;
- Teaching aids, books and materials;
- Entertaining school activities;
- Internet access and use of library resources;
- Student card;
- A welcome walk in the city.
Additional fee :
- Registration fee = 60 euro;
- Accommodation fee = 50 euro;
- Delivery of the visa invitation = from 100 euro;
- Transfer from the airport = 56 euro / one way;
- Accommodation;
- Airfare in both directions;
- Medical insurance policy = 1 euro / day;
- Consular fee of the embassy = 35 euro;
- Collection of the visa center.
Extras:
- Study materials 25 EUR
- Deposit for a course/programme 210 EUR
- Transfer (one way) 60 EUR
Institution on the map
Residence permits, citizenship and other services
- Guardianship services during the studies
- Student supervision
Review about IH Barcelona
I found the perfect option for learning Spanish in Spain - thanks to the consultant Smapse!
The course is effective and at the same time not stressful (I had standard Spanish, up to 4 lessons per day, so I had a lot of free time). You can spend time outside the classroom yourself (go to the city, go on a tour, go shopping), and take part in school events - every day the information that is offered this week is updated in the lobby. I liked the Spanish folk cuisine master class, and, of course, flamenco and salsa dance lessons - they are very popular here (if you choose them, I advise you to come to the class early).
Basically, everyone speaks exactly in Spanish - sometimes you get into English, especially at first, but then you quickly get used to it.
I will not tell you about the beauty of Barcelona, many have been here - I will say that the school is very well located in the city, so if you like to walk, look at the architecture, look at the city streets, then you will like it, it's very easy to get to any point .
Recommendations on when to apply
| Language courses, schools and children's language camps | Primary and secondary education - private schools | Preparation programmes for entering universities - higher education | Higher education (after completing accredited programs A-level, IB, High School) - Bachelor, Master, MBA |
| - we recommend to apply 6-9 months before the start of the course (some camps and schools offer discounts for early booking or for lengthy study programs) - there are some very popular and high demand children's camps, where the applications need to be submitted 1 year in advance (in particular Switzerland , Great Britain , USA , Canada , Austria) | - we recommend to apply one year before the start of the training program, - some schools have a specific time frame (September-November - please specify an individual school) - some schools require tests in several stages (UKISET, internal tests of the school: English, mathematics, logics, subjects, interview, some require a personal visit) | - we recommend to apply one year before the start of the program, - for Foundation and Pathway programs, IELTS and TOEFL certificates are usually required, respectively | - recommended submission one year before the start of the program, - the deadline normally closes in January, for TOP HEIs and, as a rule, in March in other universities - for a bachelor, a Foundation or Pathway preparatory program a completed A-level, IB, High School + IELTS / TOEFL are required - for Masters you need a graduated higher education, in some cases you need a pre-Masters program - MBA requires completed higher education, work experience preferably at least 2-3 years, etc. |
