Instituto Hemingway, Bilbao, Spain
General Information on Bilbao
Bilbao is an undiscovered treasure of the north of Spain. It is a fascinating city surrounded by stunning mountains and beaches. It attracts an increasing number of tourists due to its cultural attractions, the highlight of which is the Guggenheim museum. However, there is much more to see and do in Bilbao with a selection of museums, sports, shopping and cultural events.
Cost of living in Spain
In the opinion of finance experts the price of a Big Mac is a good indicator of living expenses. The price of a Big Mac in Spain is around US$ 2.09.
General Information on Instituto Hemingway
The language school Instituto Hemingway was founded in Bilbao, Spain in 1998. The school is located downtown in a historical building with a wonderful view to the river and 20 minutes away from the beach by metro.
Facilities
Media center and library.
Airport transfer
Best arrival airport is Bilbao. It takes 20 minutes by bus to school.
2.1. Language School Instituto Hemingway in figures
| Average no. of students: | Adult courses in summer: 20 Adult courses throughout the year: 10 | |
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| Average no. of levels: | in summer: 4 throughout the year: 4 | |
| Spanish teacher qualifications: | 100 % hold a university degree | |
| Facilities for disabled students: | yes | |
| Average age of students: | in summer: 18 years throughout the year: 22 years | |
| Minimum age of students: | 18 years 14 years for specific Junior courses | |
| Student nationalities: | Brazil 5 % England 10 % France 10 % Holland 5 % | Italy 4 % Japan 5 % Switzerland 10 % Spain 6 % USA 20 % |
| 1 Standard SpanishLessons per week: 20 / Max. group size: 10 | ||||||||||
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
| Price EURO | 170 | 320 | 450 | 600 | 750 | 900 | 1200 | 1500 | 1800 | 130 |
| Dates | Starting dates: Every Monday | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Morning: 9:30 - 13:30 | |||||||||
| 2 Spanish PlusLessons per week: 25 / Max. group size: 10 | ||||||||||
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
| Price EURO | 200 | 400 | 600 | 800 | 1000 | 1200 | 1600 | 2000 | 2400 | 200 |
| Dates | Starting dates: Every Monday | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| 3 Private lessonsLessons per week: 10 / Max. group size: 1 | ||||||||||
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
| Price EURO | 300 | 600 | 900 | 1200 | 1500 | 1800 | 2100 | 2400 | 2700 | 3000 |
| Dates | Starting dates: Every Monday | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| 4 Children's Course (3-12 years)Lessons per week: 10 / Max. group size: 10 | ||||||||||
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
| Price EURO | 200 | 400 | 600 | 800 | 1000 | 1200 | 1600 | 2000 | 2400 | 200 |
| Dates | Starting dates: Every Monday | |||||||||
| 5 Junior Programme (13-17 years)Lessons per week: 20 / Max. group size: 10 | ||||||||||
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
| Price EURO | 170 | 320 | 450 | 600 | 750 | 900 | 1200 | 1500 | 1800 | 150 |
| Dates | Starting dates: Every Monday | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Morning: 9:30 - 13:30 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| 6 Senior Programme (>50 years)Lessons per week: 20 / Max. group size: 10 | ||||||||||
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
| Price EURO | 170 | 320 | 450 | 600 | 750 | 900 | 1200 | 1500 | 1800 | 150 |
| Dates | Starting dates: Every Monday | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Morning: 9:30 - 13:30 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| 7 Family CourseLessons per week: 20 / Max. group size: 10 | ||||||||||
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
| Price EURO | 170 | 320 | 450 | 600 | 750 | 900 | 1050 | 1200 | 1350 | 150 |
| Dates | Starting dates: Every Monday | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Morning: 9:30 - 13:30 | |||||||||
| 8 Business SpanishLessons per week: 20 / Max. group size: 8 | ||||||||||
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
| Price EURO | 240 | 480 | 720 | 960 | 1200 | 1440 | 1920 | 2400 | 2880 | 240 |
| Theory is combined with on site visits to relevant companies and institutions. Dynamic method and audio-visual materials. | ||||||||||
| Dates | Starting dates: Every Monday | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Morning: 9:30 - 13:30 | |||||||||
| Lesson duration (minutes): | 55 minutes |
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| Click here for calculation of course prices >> | |
| Note: All courses offered by Instituto Hemingway, Bilbao 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. | |
| Inscription fee: | 60.00 EURO |
| Individual classes: | Single individual lessons of tuition can be booked at 30 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. |
| Prices include: | For adult courses: every afternoon free organized leisure program, For junior courses: every afternoon free organized leisure program, Language level placement at first day of course, Internet access, organized activities, course material, tuition |
| Course material: | Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property. |
| School closed: | National holidays in Spain: 01.Jan, 21.Mar, 01.May, 15.Aug, 12.Oct, 01.Nov, 06.Dec, 08.Dec, 25.Dec And also on the following dates 06.Jan, 01.May, 31.Jul |
| Languages taught at the school: | Spanish |
| 1 Homestay //, half board | ||||
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| Minimum stay in weeks: 1 / Distance from school: 10 minutes by public transport | ||||
| Accommodation | weekly rate | monthly rate | One-time fee (charged by school) | |
| Price EURO | 130 | 520 | 90 | |
| Includes: TV, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Half board (breakfast + 1 meal), Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. No extra nights bookable. | ||||
| 2 Homestay //, full board | ||||
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| Minimum stay in weeks: 1 / Distance from school: 10 minutes by public transport | ||||
| Accommodation | weekly rate | monthly rate | One-time fee (charged by school) | |
| Price EURO | 160 | 640 | 90 | |
| Includes: TV, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Full board (breakfast + lunch + dinner), Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. No extra nights bookable. | ||||
| 3 Student Residence // | ||||
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| Accommodation | weekly rate | monthly rate | One-time fee (charged by school) | |
| Price EURO | 210 | 520 | 90 | |
| Includes: TV, Phone, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi (wireless LAN) in building, No meals, Private bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. No extra nights bookable. | ||||
| 4 Shared Apartment // | ||||
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| Minimum stay in weeks: 1 | ||||
| Accommodation | weekly rate | monthly rate | One-time fee (charged by school) | |
| Price EURO | 90 | 360 | 90 | |
| Centrally located, comfortable apartments near the Institute and beaches. Recommended for independent people over eighteen. You will be asked to leave a deposit upon arrival which will be refunded at departure if the apartment is left in the same conditions. Includes: Kitchen, No meals, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. No extra nights bookable. | ||||
| Max. 1 student of each nationality possible? | yes |
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| Single room | always |
| Optional airport transfer: | yes, for 40 EURO (one way) |
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| No. of evaluations: | 7 |
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| To see the detailed evaluations of former language study participants for Instituto Hemingway, Bilbao click here | |
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