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Spanish school in Cordoba: SET-IDIOMAS

4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

3 students - overall rating
563 Buenos Aires street, 2nd floor - X5000IMK Cordoba - see on map
SET-IDIOMAS - Student lounge

What we like about the school

  • only school in Cordoba accredited by Instituto Cervantes
  • Free volunteering opportunities
  • Best rated school in Cordoba
  • Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students.
  • Learning progress guarantee.

What we dislike about the school

  • Rating of social programme
  • Nationality mix could be more balanced. 40% of students are from Brazil
How we create the points regarding what we like/dislike about a school

Location: SET-IDIOMAS is located in the boisterous and vibrant city of Cordoba, Argentina. Housed in the Nueva Córdoba district, one of the most active parts of the city, students have shops and shopping malls, cafés, restaurants and many of the city's attractions within walking distance. These attractions would include the Natural History Museum, the Museum of Anthropology and the Culture Centre of Paseo Del Buen Pastor, along with such beautiful spots as the massive Sarmiento Park, which is also just a 13-minute walk from the school's front doors.

School facilities: The facilities of the school include everything a student may need to further their understanding of the Spanish language from a comfortable atmosphere. These facilities include microwave and fridge use for students, a library, cafeteria, a lounge area, auditorium, rooftop terrace, table football and a student support desk for any questions or queries that may arise.

Course selection: Course selection includes something for children, teenagers and adults alike. Courses include General Spanish, Spanish for Travelers, Specific Purpose learning, Exam Preparation courses in the DELE and CELU exams, and combination programmes of General Spanish with activities such as Dance. Most programmes are available in groups or privately, ensuring there is something suitable to all preferences and needs.

Accreditations and Associations: SET-IDIOMAS is accredited by the Instituto Cervantes for its excellent quality of teaching Spanish as a second language.
  • The language school SET-IDIOMAS was founded in Cordoba, Argentina in 1999.
  • Legal name / parent company: Fundación Set Idiomas - Para el Estudio y la Difusión de las Lenguas y la Interculturalidad
  • Tax registration ID: CUIT30714751995

Spanish Courses

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Typical content of a language course
General Language
Group Standard Popular Spanish course
20 lessons per week
|
6 students (max)
Offer! from
210US$ 200US$
Combined Course
25 lessons per week
|
6 students (max)
Offer! from
325US$ 309US$
Spanish for Travelers 10 (Two-to-one)
10 lessons per week
|
2 students (max)
Offer! from
135US$ 129US$
Spanish for Travelers 15 (Two-to-one)
15 lessons per week
|
2 students (max)
Offer! from
205US$ 195US$
Two-to-one Course (10)
10 lessons per week
|
2 students (max)
Offer! from
155US$ 148US$
Junior
Spanish for Children (One-to-one) (3 to 12 years old)
3 lessons per week
|
1 Student (max)
Offer! from
75US$ 72US$
Spanish for Children (Two-to-one) (3 to 12 years old)
3 lessons per week
|
2 students (max)
Offer! from
51US$ 49US$
Spanish for Children 10 (One-to-one) (3 to 12 years old)
10 lessons per week
|
1 Student (max)
Offer! from
235US$ 224US$
Spanish for Children 10 (Two-to-one)
10 lessons per week
|
2 students (max)
Offer! from
155US$ 148US$
Spanish for Children 15 (One-to-one) (3 to 12 years old)
15 lessons per week
|
1 Student (max)
Offer! from
325US$ 309US$
Spanish for Children 15 (Two-to-one)
15 lessons per week
|
2 students (max)
Offer! from
220US$ 209US$
Spanish for Children 20 (One-to-one) (3 to 12 years old)
20 lessons per week
|
1 Student (max)
Offer! from
430US$ 409US$
Spanish for Teenagers (One-to-one) (13 to 15 years old)
3 lessons per week
|
1 Student (max)
Offer! from
75US$ 72US$
Spanish for Teenagers (Two-to-one) (13 to 15 years old)
3 lessons per week
|
2 students (max)
Offer! from
51US$ 49US$
Spanish for Teenagers 10 (One-to-one) (3 to 12 years old)
10 lessons per week
|
1 Student (max)
Offer! from
235US$ 224US$
Spanish for Teenagers 10 (Two-to-one)
10 lessons per week
|
2 students (max)
Offer! from
155US$ 148US$
Spanish for Teenagers 15 (One-to-One)
15 lessons per week
|
1 Student (max)
Offer! from
235US$ 224US$
Spanish for Teenagers 15 (Two-to-one)
15 lessons per week
|
2 students (max)
Offer! from
220US$ 209US$
Spanish for Teenagers 20 (One-to-one)
20 lessons per week
|
1 Student (max)
Offer! from
430US$ 409US$
Online Courses
Private Online Course (10)
10 lessons per week
|
1 Student (max)
Offer! from
235US$ 224US$
Private Online Course (15)
15 lessons per week
|
1 Student (max)
Offer! from
325US$ 309US$
Private Online Course (20)
20 lessons per week
|
1 Student (max)
Offer! from
430US$ 409US$
Private
One-to-one 10
10 lessons per week
|
1 Student (max)
Offer! from
235US$ 224US$
One-to-one 15
15 lessons per week
|
1 Student (max)
Offer! from
325US$ 309US$
One-to-one 20
20 lessons per week
|
1 Student (max)
Offer! from
430US$ 409US$
One-to-one Course for Special Purposes (10)
10 lessons per week
|
1 Student (max)
Offer! from
282US$ 268US$
Spanish for Travelers for One (10)
10 lessons per week
|
1 Student (max)
Offer! from
185US$ 176US$
Spanish for Travelers for One (15)
15 lessons per week
|
1 Student (max)
Offer! from
287US$ 273US$
Two-to-one Course (15)
15 lessons per week
|
2 students (max)
Offer! from
220US$ 209US$
Exam Preparation
DELE Exam Preparation Course (10)
10 lessons per week
|
1 Student (max)
Offer! from
285US$ 271US$
DELE Exam Preparation Course (15)
15 lessons per week
|
1 Student (max)
Offer! from
425US$ 404US$
DELE Exam Preparation Course (20)
20 lessons per week
|
1 Student (max)
Offer! from
565US$ 537US$
CELU Exam Preparation Course (10)
10 lessons per week
|
1 Student (max)
Offer! from
285US$ 271US$
CELU Exam Preparation Course (15)
15 lessons per week
|
1 Student (max)
Offer! from
425US$ 404US$
CELU Exam Preparation Course (20)
20 lessons per week
|
1 Student (max)
Offer! from
565US$ 537US$
SIELE Exam Preparation Course (10)
10 lessons per week
|
1 Student (max)
Offer! from
285US$ 271US$
SIELE Exam Preparation Course (15)
15 lessons per week
|
1 Student (max)
Offer! from
425US$ 404US$
SIELE Exam Preparation Course (20)
20 lessons per week
|
1 Student (max)
Offer! from
565US$ 537US$
Language Plus Activity
Group Standard + Dance
20 lessons per week
|
6 students (max)
Offer! from
290US$ 276US$
Information for all courses offered by SET-IDIOMAS
Comments about courses

1 private lesson is USD 25.
1 private lesson for a specific purpose or exam preparation is USD 30.


The school also offers internships, tango/salsa/Argentine folk dancing lessons and free volunteering opportunities for students.

Lesson duration
55 minutes
School's administrative fee
50.00 US$
Course material
Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 25 US$. 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.
Days without class
In 2023 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan. 2023, 04 Feb. 2023, 04 Jul. 2023, 05 Jan. 2023, 07 Sep. 2023, 10 Dec. 2023, 12 Aug. 2023.
School policy regarding bank holidays:Full number of lost classes are made up
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via an online form.

Lessons needed per Spanish language level

Level (CEFR)Level descriptionsLESSONS needed per levelWEEKS needed
(20 lessons per week)
A1BeginnerNo knowledge, or an understanding of only a very few basic words/phrases.A1 to A2804
A2ElementaryCan understand and speak about simple topics: i.e. family, shopping, hobbies.A2 to B11608
B1IntermediateCan speak about future and past events, give reasons and explanations for a situation.B1 to B21809
B2Higher IntermediateCan speak about abstract topics, produce clear detailed text on many subjects.B2 to C120010
C1AdvancedCan use language flexibly and effectively.C1 to C222011
C2ProfiencyCan express himself/herself spontaneously, very fluently and precisely.
Data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.

Our price includes

  • INCLUDED Organized activities
  • INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
  • INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
  • INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
  • INCLUDED Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students
  • INCLUDED Learning progress guarantee
Note: All courses offered by SET-IDIOMAS, Cordoba can be reserved online with LanguageCourse.Net at a lower price than what you pay when booking directly at the school or at the school's website. In case a course is not listed above, just let us know.

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SET-IDIOMAS

Accreditations and Quality seals
Sistema de Acreditación de Centros Instituto Cervantes (SACIC)Preferential Terms in Case of Visa RefusalSEA
Spanish teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Students should arrive at 9:00
Student gender mix:
50% male / 50% female
School Size
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee If you already attended previously a course at SET-IDIOMAS and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Visa - logoMastercard - logoAmerican Express - logoDiners Club - logoPayPal - logoMaestro - logoWestern Union - logoVisa Debit - logoBank Transfer - logo

General school facilities

  • Cafeteria

  • Microwave for student use

  • Fridge for student use

  • Library

  • Lounge

  • Auditorium

  • Rooftop terrace

  • Balcony / terrace

  • Student support desk

  • Table soccer / football

  • Free coffee

  • Free water dispenser

  • Free WIFI

  • Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)

  • Tourist information

  • Assistance with entrance ticket purchases

  • Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs

  • Assistance with organizing transportation

  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in some classrooms

    • Air conditioning in all classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in all classrooms

    Number of classrooms: 4
    Number of public PC workstations: 1
    Paid parking (<500m)

Student Age / Nationality

Average number of students
Adult courses - In summer: 15
Adult courses - Throughout the year: 15
Junior courses - In summer: 3
Junior courses - Throughout the year: 3
Minimum age of students
16 years
3 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 6
Adult courses Throughout the year: 6
Junior courses In summer: 4
Junior courses Throughout the year: 4
Average age of students
In summer: 25 years
Throughout the year: 35 years
Read our recommendations for students over 30.

Top student nationalities

Age of students

Airport transfer

Optional airport transfer
Pajas Blancas Airport:
40 US$ one way
70 US$ return (both ways)
Best arrival airport is Ingeniero Ambrosio Taravella Airport (COR).
More information about airports around Cordoba and how to get from the airport to Cordoba on your own here on our Cordoba page.

Visa Documents

Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 90 days. Documentation regarding purpose of visit must be shown at the border in order to enter the country. For Study purposes: letter of enrolment from school, accommodation arrangements and proof of payments to the relevant institutions.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
No
Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.

Leisure activities

activity possibledistance from school
Ballet-
Basketball3 km
Cooking0.7 km
Dancing-
Diving50 km
Field Hockey-
Football (soccer)1 km
Golf40 km
Horse riding40 km
Mountainbiking30 km
Music-
Rugby7 km
Sailing30 km
Squash3 km
Swimming0.5 km
Table Tennis-
Tennis1 km
Volleyball3 km
Windsurfing40 km
Yoga0.5 km

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

City tours Film and debate afternoons Special breakfasts Games in Spanish * Museum visits

Adults - Paid activities

Bar outings (US$7) Football/Soccer (US$5) * Day trips to other cities (From US$5)

Junior - Free activities

* Games and movies in Spanish
Video about leisure activities at SET-IDIOMAS Cordoba

Accommodation

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Homestay Most Popular Accommodation
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal | Minimum stay: 1 week
In high demand!
from
250 US$ per week
4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0
1 review
Homestay
Single room, Breakfast | Minimum stay: 1 week
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
from
190 US$ per week
4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0
1 review
Homestay
Double room, Breakfast | Minimum stay: 1 week
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
from
150 US$ per week
4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0
1 review
Shared apartment
Single room, No meals | Minimum stay: 1 week
from
150 US$ per week
5.0

Rating: 5.0/5.0
1 review
Student residence (shared room, self-catering)
Double room, No meals | Minimum stay: 1 week
from
120 US$ per week
Student residence (single room, self-catering)
Single room, No meals | Minimum stay: 1 week
from
150 US$ per week

Reviews

4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Overall school rating of
SET-IDIOMAS, Cordoba
3 authentic ratings from students who reserved with us
School
Overall city rating
4.0 

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Location of the school
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Organisation
4.3 

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Facilities
4.3 

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Social activities
3.7 

Rating: 3.7/5.0

Course
Quality of teaching
4.3 

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Value for money
3.5 

Rating: 3.5/5.0

Accommodation
Homestay
4.0 

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Shared Flat (apartment)
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Student opinions about SET-IDIOMAS, Cordoba
46 years
Liked
“- Library, lounge room, roof terrace - People are very helpful and courteous - Activities planning during the week and weekends”
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5.0

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Course: Group Standard + 10 Individual Lesson/week (BU) - 2 weeks
17. Feb. 2020
30 years
Liked
“A) Opportunity to get into another group, adaptation to the level b) small groups”
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4.0

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Other comments: Course content and progression could advance faster.
Course: Combined course (20+5) - 4 weeks
20. Sep. 2010
31 years
Liked
“Teachers and reception person are friendly”
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Other comments: Good, but after two weeks, I was eager to travel in others cities! Cordoba is quite small.
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
19. May. 2009
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Student Testimonial Videos

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Other Spanish schools in Cordoba offering Spanish courses: 
  1. COINED, Cordoba4.2

    Rating: 4.3/5.0

More information about Cordoba including climate data and events on our Cordoba page with a list of all 3 Spanish schools in Cordoba.

Questions and answers about SET-IDIOMAS

  • The minimum required age to book a Spanish Course is 16 years old and students of all levels can start on any Monday, year-round.

FAQ about SET-IDIOMAS, Cordoba

  • Spanish courses at SET-IDIOMAS start at 49 US$ for Spanish for Children (Two-to-one) course with 3 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
  • The accommodation Homestay is the most popular among all our clients of SET-IDIOMAS
  • Yes. The school offers pickup from Pajas Blancas Airport (40 US$)
  • Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at SET-IDIOMAS varies from 1 students (Spanish for Children (One-to-one)) to 6 students (Group Standard)
  • 100% of teachers at SET-IDIOMAS hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • The highest Nationality percentage at SET-IDIOMAS comes from Brazil with a 40% representation, followed by students from France (20%) and Germany (12%).
  • Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
  • SET-IDIOMAS offers courses from 3 years (Spanish for Children (One-to-one), 3 lessons per week) to 99. Average age is 25 during the summer and 35 for the rest of the year.

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