Barcelona Language School, Barcelona, Spain
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General Information on Barcelona Language School
The language school Barcelona Language School was founded in Barcelona, Spain in 1972. The school building is situated in the centre of Barcelona, less than 5 minutes walk from the Plaza Catalunya, the city's main square.
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The school has 40 classrooms, a classroom with computers with Internet connection, a library, a terrace and a cafeteria.
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Airport transfer
Best arrival airport is Barcelona El Prat. It takes 30 minutes by bus/train/taxi to school.
2.1. Language School Barcelona Language School in figures
| Average no. of students: | Adult courses in summer: 250 Adult courses throughout the year: 125 | |
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| Average no. of levels: | in summer: 10 throughout the year: 8 | |
| Spanish teacher qualifications: | 100 % hold a university degree 100 % hold a recognised language teaching qualification | |
| Facilities for disabled students: | partly | |
| Average age of students: | in summer: 25 years throughout the year: 25 years | |
| Minimum age of students: | 16 years 13 years for specific Junior courses | |
| Student nationalities: | Germany 7 % England 11 % France 14 % Holland 6 % | Italy 12 % Japan 3 % Korea 1 % Switzerland 7 % USA 14 % |
All prices in EURO (convert currency) Below the original school prices are displayed.
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in EURO | 205 | 410 | 615 | 820 | 950 | 1140 | 1520 | 1900 | 2280 | 175 |
| Starting dates: | Every Monday Beginner level start only: 11.Jan.2010, 25.Jan.2010, 08.Feb.2010, 22.Feb.2010, 08.Mar.2010, 22.Mar.2010, 06.Apr.2010, 19.Apr.2010, 03.May.2010, 17.May.2010, 31.May.2010, 14.Jun.2010, 28.Jun.2010, 12.Jul.2010, 26.Jul.2010, 09.Aug.2010, 23.Aug.2010, 06.Sep.2010, 20.Sep.2010, 04.Oct.2010, 18.Oct.2010, 02.Nov.2010, 15.Nov.2010, 29.Nov.2010, 13.Dec.2010, 27.Dec.2010 | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Morning: 9:30 - 13:30 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in EURO | 1850 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| This programme includes work lunch with the teacher every day, optional guided project work and two dinners with the teacher per week. Minimum age is 18. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | Every Monday | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in EURO | 395 | 595 | -- | 995 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| This course combines the Intensive Group Course with a series of four workshops, each of which introduces students to a different set of artistic skills, like painting ceramics, glass-fusing, pottery and sculpture. These workshops can be scheduled to take place all in one week (one workshop each day from Tuesday to Friday); over two weeks (with two workshops per week) or over four weeks (with one workshop per week). Each work shop is approx. 1.5 hours. All materials are provided and students are welcome to take home any work they produce. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | Every Monday | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Morning: 9:30 - 13:30 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Lower intermediate (B1) | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in EURO | -- | 810 | -- | 1210 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| This 2- or 4-week course combines the Intensive Group Course with a 24-hour course dedicated to one of the following three disciplines: pottery, sculpting in clay or drawing and painting. The art course is divided into eight 3-hour sessions which can be programmed to take place on any combination of days from Monday to Friday over the 2- or 4-week period. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | Every Monday | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Morning: 9:30 - 13:30 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Lower intermediate (B1) | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in EURO | -- | 1280 | 1775 | 2260 | 2745 | 3230 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| This course takes place in the coastal resort of Tarragona, approx. 100 km south of Barcelona. Programme includes tuition, full board accommodation in a host family, airport transfer from Barcelona airport on arrival and departure, and a varied and supervised programme of activities and excursions. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | 2010: 28.Jun.2010, 05.Jul.2010, 12.Jul.2010, 19.Jul.2010, 26.Jul.2010 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in EURO | -- | 1430 | 2010 | 2580 | 3150 | 3720 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| This course takes place in the coastal resort of Tarragona, approx. 100 km south of Barcelona. Programme includes tuition, full board accommodation in student residence, airport transfer from Barcelona airport on arrival and departure, and a varied and supervised programme of activities and excursions. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | 2010: 28.Jun.2010, 05.Jul.2010, 12.Jul.2010, 19.Jul.2010, 26.Jul.2010 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in EURO | -- | 445 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| This 2-week course includes a varied programme of activities and excursions designed specifically for this age group, featuring an evening visit to a flamenco show, a full-day excursion to the Costa Brava, Figueras and the Dalï Museum as well as a meal in one of Barcelona´s typical restaurant. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | 2010: 08.Mar.2010, 03.May.2010, 18.Oct.2010 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in EURO | -- | 640 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| This course combines the Course for the Over 50s with a series of four 1.5 hour introductory workshops on painting ceramics, glass-fusing, pottery and sculpture. All materials are provided and students will be welcome to take home any work they produce. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | 2010: 08.Mar.2010, 03.May.2010, 18.Oct.2010 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in EURO | -- | -- | -- | 1420 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| This programme combines a 4-week (or longer) Intensive Group Course with a 12-week (or longer) work experience programme in a company based in or near Barcelona. Students are not paid for the work experience. Minimum age is 18. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | Every Monday | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Lower intermediate (B1) | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in EURO | 265 | 530 | 795 | 1060 | 1325 | 1590 | 2120 | 2650 | 3180 | 265 |
| This course consists of the Intensive Group Course + 1.5 lessons of conversation practice from Tuesday to Friday. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | Every Monday | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Morning: 9:30 - 13:30 Afternoon: 14:30 - 16:00 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Lower intermediate (B1) | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in EURO | -- | 470 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| This course is designed to help students who need to use Spanish at work. The aim of the course is to improve the students' level of competency in many typical work-related activities such as meetings, phone calls, etc. Duration 2 weeks. Minimum age is 18. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | 2010: 22.Feb.2010, 12.Jul.2010, 15.Nov.2010 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Lower intermediate (B1) | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in EURO | -- | -- | -- | 880 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| 2 weeks Intensive Group Course + 2 weeks Business Spanish Course. Minimum age is 18. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | 2010: 22.Feb.2010, 12.Jul.2010, 15.Nov.2010 | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Morning: 9:30 - 13:30 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Lower intermediate (B1) | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in EURO | -- | -- | -- | 1115 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| 2 weeks Intensive Group Course (4 lessons per day) + 2 weeks Business Spanish Course (6 lessons per day). The extra classes focus on preparation for the exam organised by the Madrid Chamber of Commerce that students can take at the end of the course. Exams are held in the school. Exam fees not included. Minimum age is 18. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | 2010: 22.Feb.2010, 12.Jul.2010, 15.Nov.2010 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Lower intermediate (B1) | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in EURO | -- | 705 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| This course is designed to help students who need to use Spanish at work. The aim of the course is to improve the students' level of competency in many typical work-related activities such as meetings, phone calls, etc. You can choose to take an exam at the end of the 2nd week which is organised by the Madrid Chamber of Commerce. The exam is held in the school. Exam fee is not included. Duration 2 weeks. Minimum age is 18. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | 2010: 22.Feb.2010, 12.Jul.2010, 15.Nov.2010 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Lower intermediate (B1) | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in EURO | -- | -- | -- | 840 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| This 4-week course prepares students to take the DELE exams. Students are given access to past papers and are given the opportunity to develop and practice specific exam techniques. During the first week of the course, we advise students which level is suitable. Exam fees are not included. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | 2010: 26.Apr.2010, 26.Jul.2010, 25.Oct.2010 | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Morning: 9:30 - 13:30 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Lower intermediate (B1) | |||||||||
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| Note: All courses offered by Barcelona Language School, Barcelona can be booked online with LanguageCourse.net. In case a course is not listed above, just mention the course description in the comment field of the online registration form. | |
| Lesson duration (minutes): | 55 minutes |
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| Individual classes: | Single individual lessons of tuition can be booked at 40 EURO. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses. |
| Exams offered: | DELE , Business Spanish (Madrid CCI) |
| Average examination results: | 98 at DELE 100 at Business Spanish (Madrid CCI) |
| School closed: | In 2010 (including national and regional bank holidays): 01.Jan.2010, 06.Jan.2010, 01.Apr.2010, 03.Apr.2010, 04.Apr.2010, 05.Apr.2010, 01.May.2010, 15.Aug.2010, 12.Oct.2010, 01.Nov.2010, 06.Dec.2010, 08.Dec.2010, 25.Dec.2010 |
| Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school): | Japanese, Chinese, German, Italian, French, Spanish, English |
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| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | [+] | |
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| Price in EURO | 195 | 390 | 585 | 780 | 195 | |
| Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Distance from school: 20 minutes by public transport Includes: TV, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, No meals, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 32.5 EURO Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price. | ||||||
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| Price in EURO | 215 | 430 | 645 | 860 | 215 | |
| Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Distance from school: 25 minutes by public transport Includes: Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Half board, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 36 EURO Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price. | ||||||
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| Price in EURO | 230 | 460 | 690 | 920 | -- | |
| Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday One of the best designed and most impressive student residences in the world that offers a computer room, a large library, a huge gym, a sports hall, a garden, 24-hour reception service. All rooms have air conditioning. Bathroom is shared with only one other student. Distance from school: 25 minutes by public transport Includes: TV, Phone, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi (wireless LAN) in building, Breakfast, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Double room. Price extra night: 28.5 EURO Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price. | ||||||
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| Price in EURO | 305 | 610 | 915 | 1220 | -- | |
| Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday One of the best designed and most impressive student residences in the world that offers a computer room, a large library, a huge gym, a sports hall, a garden, 24-hour reception service. All rooms have air conditioning. Please book well in advance as there are not many single rooms. Distance from school: 25 minutes by public transport Includes: TV, Phone, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi (wireless LAN) in building, Breakfast, Private bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 51.5 EURO Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price. | ||||||
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| Price in EURO | 265 | 530 | 795 | 1060 | -- | |
| Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday 'Executive' host families have a larger apartment and provide laundry and ironing service. Distance from school: 25 minutes by public transport Includes: Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Half board, Private bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 43 EURO Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price. | ||||||
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| Price in EURO | 215 | 430 | 645 | 860 | -- | |
| Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday 'Executive' host families have a larger apartment and provide laundry and ironing service. Distance from school: 25 minutes by public transport Includes: Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Breakfast, Private bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 35 EURO Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price. | ||||||
| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | [+] | |
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| Price in EURO | 175 | 350 | 525 | 700 | 175 | |
| Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Distance from school: 25 minutes by public transport Includes: Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Breakfast, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 29 EURO Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price. | ||||||
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| Price in EURO | 145 | 290 | 435 | 580 | -- | |
| Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Distance from school: 20 minutes by public transport Includes: TV, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, No meals, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Double room. Price extra night: 24 EURO Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price. | ||||||
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| Price in EURO | 195 | 390 | 585 | 780 | -- | |
| Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Students are not permitted to use the kitchen to cook, but they can use the refrigerator and the microwaves. Distance from school: 25 minutes by public transport Includes: TV, Phone, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Breakfast, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Double room. Price extra night: 32.5 EURO Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price. | ||||||
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| Price in EURO | 245 | -- | -- | -- | 245 | |
| Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Students are not permitted to use the kitchen to cook, but they can use the refrigerator and the microwaves. Distance from school: 25 minutes by public transport Includes: TV, Phone, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Half board, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Double room. Price extra night: 41 EURO Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price. | ||||||
| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | [+] | |
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| Price in EURO | 260 | 520 | 780 | 1040 | -- | |
| Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Students are not permitted to use the kitchen to cook, but they can use the refrigerator and the microwaves. Distance from school: 25 minutes by public transport Includes: TV, Phone, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Breakfast, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 33.5 EURO Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price. | ||||||
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| Price in EURO | 310 | 620 | 930 | 1240 | -- | |
| Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Students are not permitted to use the kitchen to cook, but they can use the refrigerator and the microwaves. Distance from school: 25 minutes by public transport Includes: TV, Phone, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Half board, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 52 EURO Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price. | ||||||
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| Comment | If a student needs an airport transfer before 08.00 or after 22.00, the transfer price will be increased by 25%. |
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| Max. 1 student of each nationality possible? | yes |
| Single room | on request |
| Optional airport transfer: | Barcelona El Prat: for 80 EURO (one way) Girona: for 180 EURO (one way) |
| Leisure activities: | activity possible | course possible | organized by school | distance from school |
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| Dancing |  | 0 km | ||
| Diving | | 50 km | ||
| Golf | | 20 km | ||
| Horse riding | | 10 km | ||
| Mountainbiking | | 5 km | ||
| Music | | 0 km | ||
| Sailing | | 3 km | ||
| Skiing | | 120 km | ||
| Squash | | 1 km | ||
| Tennis | | 1 km | ||
| Volleyball | | 1 km | ||
| Windsurfing | | 3 km | ||
| Other leisure options: | Flamenco show, bull fights, FC Barcelona, museums, cinemas, etc. | |||
| Examples of social activities organised by Barcelona Language School: | Guided visits to places of interest in the city; excursions to the beach, etc. | |||
| No. of reviews: | 32 |
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| Overall rating |  3.9/5.0 (Details) |
| City |  4.7/5.0 |
| Organisation | 4.2/5.0 |
| Facilities |  3.7/5.0 |
| Social activities | 3.5/5.0 |
| Course Quality / Progress in language | 4.2/5.0 |
| Value for money | 3.7/5.0 |
| Accommodation | |
| Host Family | 3.9/5.0 |
| Shared flat (apartment) | 3.4/5.0 |
| Other | 3.6/5.0 |
| To see the detailed reviews of former language study participants for Barcelona Language School, Barcelona click here | |
Barcelona Language School, Barcelona, Spain
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