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Academic Spanish

Green Hills Spanish School

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Course description

Spanish courses with an academic orientation. This implies equipping students and university professors, scholars and scientific investigators with the necessary abilities to communicate, which allows them to participate in an international academic environment.

Course topics

Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary, Grammar and Activities

Class schedule

Course duration
1-52 weeks
Start dates
Every Monday
Classes per week
15 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 60 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday

Class times

You can choose from the following class times:

Morning session
09:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Afternoon session
02:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Evening session
06:00 PM - 09:00 PM

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

All levels, beginner to advanced
You will take a placement test on your first day to determine your class level.

Class size

Average 10 students
Maximum 15 students

Student age

Age range 18 years old and older
Average 25 years old
(22 in the summer)

Certificate

A certificate of completion will be issued at the end of the course.
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School description

“Learning a second language is an intellectual exercise. It conveys the recognition of our neighbors, another culture, praises tolerance through differences, opens doors, helps us understand ourselves and is a valuable tool for work and professional performance.”
Tandil is located a few hours south of Buenos Aires, the capital of the country, and within the central plains. It is known for its hills, the oldest hills in the world. It is a small and safe city with friendly and nice people. It has an interesting history of being an important place in the beginning of the country’s development.
Its hilly landscape permits many outdoor activities. It is a growing touristic city where everyone who visits has an unforgettable experience. Here you can find one of the most well-known universities in the area, and one is able to see that this population is relevant and that its existence is seen year-round.
Green Hills School is a language teaching institute with a 30 year journey that has turned into one of the most emblematic institutes in the city. It is distinguished by the excellence and quality of its courses and also for its warmness of its team who perform their tasks with professionalism and trust. With many years of going on cultural trips and doing linguistic immersed activities, it has given students the possibility to live one of a kind and unforgettable learning experiences.

Year opened
1998
Number of classrooms
12

Facilities

  • Library
  • Social Activities
  • Cultural Trips
  • TV Room
  • Wheelchair access
  • Eating Area
  • Free Internet
  • Wireless Internet
  • Computers
  • After-Class Seminars
  • Studying Area
  • Audio Learning

Teacher qualifications

Native Spanish speakers
All
Teachers with Spanish teaching certification
All
Teachers with college degrees
All

Nationality and age mix

The nationality and age mix at Green Hills Spanish School varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 25. In the summer, the average age is 22.

School holidays

GH Español does not hold classes on the holiday dates below. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.

Open dates
Year round
School holidays
None

School location

Green Hills School is located in the heart of Tandil at the very centre of the city. It is close to museums, main square,townhall and the most important shops in the city.
The school's excellent location means you are never more than a short walk away from all the major attractions in Tandil.
The city of Tandil is located within short travel distance of the main tourist attractions of Argentina. Very close to the capital city of Buenos Aires but at the same time far enough of hte hectic rush of the main cities make Tandil the perfect place to study Spanish

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Housing

GH Español offers the following housing types:
homestay

Homestay - Single-person room - Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

302 €
weekly
Age range: 12 years old and older
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner (21 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, telephone, computers, wireless internet, free internet, tV room, air conditioning, heating, 24/7 supervision, and garden
Distance to school: 10 - 20 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
302 €
Homestays are carefully selected and offer students the opportunity to learn more about the local culture in a comfortable setting while studying Spanish in Tandil. These homes are often between 10-25 minutes away from the school walking distance. Families offer meal plans that allow you to sample the local cuisine. If you have special requests or diet restrictions (because of religion or health reasons), please let us know in advance. Students must be 12 years old and older.
student-residence

Student residence (off-campus) - 4-person shared room - No meals - 4 students must book together

101 €
weekly
Age range: 10 years old and older
Address: camino a los Pioneros, tandil, buenos aires 7000, Argentina
Location: Outside the city center of Tandil
Housing type: Student residence (off-campus)
Room type: 4-person shared room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, tV room, air conditioning, heating, 24/7 supervision, garden, sports facilities, and other
Distance to school: 20 - 25 minutes by bus
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
Restriction: 4 students must book together
101 €
Residences offer students the opportunity to learn more about the local landscape in a comfortable setting while studying Spanish in Tandil. These rooms are often between 20-25 minutes away from the school
Meals are not included. Residences are provided with all the necessary staff for the student to cook his/her meals.
Bathroom as well as bedrooms can be shared or private according to demand.
Students must be 10 years old and older.In case they are underage they have to stay accompanied by a group leader.
Residences are situated in a wonderful natural landscape surrounded by hills and forest
apartment

Shared apartment - Single-person room - No meals

N/A
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Address: 25 de Mayo 269 Dto 19, Tandil, Buenos Aries 7000, Argenitna
Location: In the city center of Tandil
Housing type: Shared apartment
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, tV room, air conditioning, and heating
Distance to school: 5 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
N/A
Apartments are carefully selected and offer students the opportunity to learn more about the local culture in a comfortable setting while studying Spanish in Tandil. These apartments are often between 5-10 minutes away from the school walking distance.
Meals are not included. Apartments are provided with all the necessary staff for the student to cook his/her meals.
Bathroom as well as bedrooms can be shared or private according to demand.
Students must be 18 years old and older.

Shared apartment - 2-person shared room - No meals

231 €
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Address: maipu 542, tandil, buenos aires 7000, Argentina
Location: In the city center of Tandil
Housing type: Shared apartment
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, tV room, air conditioning, heating, and garden
Distance to school: 5 - 10 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
231 €
Apartments are carefully selected and offer students the opportunity to learn more about the local culture in a comfortable setting while studying Spanish in Tandil. These apartments are often between 5-10 minutes away from the school walking distance.
Meals are not included. Apartments are provided with all the necessary staff for the student to cook his/her meals.
Bathroom as well as bedrooms can be shared or private according to demand.
Students must be 18 years old and older.
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Visa support

We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.

Your letter of acceptance will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you.

Flights and airport transfer

Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to Tandil based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Travel insurance

Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.

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