SPANISH in Córdoba, Argentina
Spanish is one of the most popular foreign languages for Americans, Australians and Europeans, and every year thousands of students of all ages travel abroad to Spanish-speaking countries to study the language.
Argentina ranks high on the list of great destinations for Spanish classes for a number of reasons. Argentina is a very affordable destination for language students and the country offers great cultural diversity, outstanding natural beauty, and a welcoming people. Argentina is also a well-developed country with a high standard of living, and foreign students will find all the amenities they are used to from home.
Córdoba, located in central Argentina about 500 miles inland from Buenos Aires, stands out as one of Argentina’s best locations for foreign Spanish students. Córdoba is smaller and more intimate than Buenos Aires, and Spanish study provides a great opportunity to immerse you in the local culture, make friends with the locals, and learn the language. The cost of living is also lower in Córdoba than in Buenos Aires, and so are the course fees. The city has a large student population, which gives it a very dynamic cultural and social life. The city center, where the university is located, is alive with coffee houses, bookstores, bars and restaurants, as well as pleasant pedestrian malls, a busy shopping district, and large tree-lined squares. Language students will be able to enjoy movies, art exhibits, tango, as well as folkloric performances and a contemporary music scene all close to the city center.
Although Córdoba is today a large modern urban center with 1.3 million inhabitants, it retains much of its historic heritage, among them the rich Jesuit history with its university, as well as churches and other colonial buildings. The Jesuit block in Córdoba and several historic Jesuit estates in nearby towns are today part of UNESCO’s World Cultural Heritage. Outdoor enthusiasts will also find plenty to do in the vicinity of the city. The Quebrada del Condorito National Park, located in the Sierra de Córdoba mountains, is the easternmost range of the majestic Andean condor, and visiting the mountains for a hike or birdviewing trip is a great weekend getaway.
Finding a School That Fits Your Needs
There are a number of Spanish schools in Córdoba offering a variety of classes. Most schools are located in the city center, which gives students the opportunity to take advantage of the diverse cultural events and nightlife the center has to offer. All major language schools in Córdoba have websites, where you can find information about the language courses. If you don’t mind the research, you can contact a school directly and book your course.
Find out exactly what is included in the course fee, and how flexible your program is—for example, can you take off a week for travel and then continue the course? Find out how many hours of weekly instruction you get for your course fee, and compare the programs of several schools. A typical language course offers 20 hours of group instruction per week with four to 10 students per class, but you can also take private lessons or an intensive course for a higher fee. Make sure the schools offer several levels of instruction, so that you will be appropriately placed according to your skill level. Some schools offer college credit for their classes, and if you are a university student, it is worth asking about the details.
Inquire about registration fees and cancellation policies beforehand, so you know what to expect. Find out what other services the schools offer, such as airport transfers, excursions, weekend trips, tango lessons, and other cultural activities. Most schools offer some form of accommodation, such as homestays with local families, and it is a good idea to compare homestay prices of different schools and find out how many meals are included.
Another option is to stay at a hostel. Many of them have agreements with the Spanish schools, and are safe and comfortable.
You should make sure that your accommodation is reasonably close to the school to avoid a long commute.
RECOMMENDED SPANISH SCHOOLS in CORDOBA:
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HABLAME CENTRO DE IDIOMAS
Spanish for Foreigners
Downtown
Ph.: +54 (351) 152 461542
www.cordobaspanish.com.ar
info@cordobaspanish.com.ar
infohablame@gmail.com
Registration for free - Group and private lessons - Spanish workshops - Agreements between Cordoba/Salta - Internships & Volunteering - Dancing classes - Accomodation - Socio-Cultural activities - International Exams Preparation - and more!
Workshop: Colloqial / Cultural Spanish
This workshop is meant to consolidate the content of any Spanish course.
In the workshop, the following topics will be covered:
Spanish Colloquial usage:
1. conversational phonetic characteristics
2. idioms
3. colloquial vocabulary
4. courtesy in Argentina
Argentine customs and traditions: body language in Argentina, different types of food, differences among Argentine provinces, etc.
Students per group: 3 to 6.
Minimum Spanish level required: A2
Duration: 3 days (3 hours per day)
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GLOBAL LINKS IDIOMAS
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Internships and volunteer work!!
Ph.: 156 572 999 / 152 100 014
www.globallinksidiomas.com.ar
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