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DELE Exam Preparation Course (30 lessons)

Don Quijote: Cadiz

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Course description

DELE stands for Diploma de Español como Lengua Extranjera, or "Spanish as a Foreign Language Diploma". It is the only certificate for non-native Spanish speakers that is officially recognized by the Spanish Ministry of Education, Culture and Sport. This diploma is of great international value for those who are going to study at a Spanish University and who want to work, or are going to work in a Spanish speaking environment. We advise everyone taking a long term Spanish course to take the DELE examination.

You can follow the DELE preparation courses for the Certificado Inicial (CIE), Diploma Intermedio (DIE) and the most advanced Diploma Superior (DSE) at all the don Quijote schools. Up to today, a very high percentage of our students have succeeded. This does not guarantee that you will successfully pass the official DELE exam, as this always depends upon various circumstances. However, we do guarantee you the high quality of these courses.
The place and time of the course are fully harmonized with the examination dates established by the Spanish Ministry of Education, Culture and Sport. Because of practical advantages most students take the examination in Spain, although it is also possible to take the examination outside Spain. The examination fees are set each year by the Spanish Ministry, the Instituto Cervantes and each examination center.

Exam and registration fees are not included. Prices range per level from € 85 to € 235.

Exam dates 2025: 14/02 (A2), 04/04 (A1-C1), 24/05 (A1-C2), 11/07 (A2-C1), 12/09 (A2), 17/10 (A2-B2), 22/11 (A1-C2).

Course topics

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

Class schedule

Course duration
1-52 weeks
Start dates
Every Monday
Classes per week
30 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 45 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday
School holidays
25 Dec 2024, 01 Jan 2025, 06 Jan 2025, 03 Feb 2025, 28 Feb 2025, 17 Apr 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 01 May 2025, 15 Aug 2025, 07 Oct 2025, 12 Oct 2025, 01 Nov 2025, 06 Dec 2025, 08 Dec 2025, 25 Dec 2025

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

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

Elementary
Pre-intermediate
Intermediate
High intermediate
Advanced
You will take a placement test on your first day to determine your class level. You may also take this test before your arrival in Cadiz.

Class size

Average 6 students
Maximum 12 students

Student age

Age range 16 years old and older

Certificate

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

Our partner school in Cadiz is located in the historical center on one of the most central streets of the city, surrounded by squares, bars, shops, university faculties and only 5 minutes from the beach! This ideal location allows students to adapt quickly to daily life in Cadiz.

The school is situated in a beautiful Andalusian building dating back to 1886 and although it has been renovated to adapt to the needs of the students, it conserves its period charm. The school has 5 fully equipped classrooms, a computer room, a library, a TV and audio room, a reception and a patio.

Number of classrooms
5

Accreditations

Facilities

  • Cultural Trips

Nationality and age mix

The nationality and age mix at Don Quijote: Cadiz varies over different time periods, courses and levels.

School holidays

Don Quijote 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
25 Dec 2024, 01 Jan 2025, 06 Jan 2025, 03 Feb 2025, 28 Feb 2025, 17 Apr 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 01 May 2025, 15 Aug 2025, 07 Oct 2025, 12 Oct 2025, 01 Nov 2025, 06 Dec 2025, 08 Dec 2025, 25 Dec 2025

School location

Our partner school in Cadiz is located in the historical center on one of the most central streets of the city, surrounded by squares, bars, shops, university faculties and only 5 minutes from the beach! This ideal location allows students to adapt quickly to daily life in Cadiz.

The school is situated in a beautiful Andalusian building dating back to 1886 and although it has been renovated to adapt to the needs of the students, it conserves its period charm. The school has 5 fully equipped classrooms, a computer room, a library, a TV and audio room, a reception and a patio.

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housing

Housing

Don Quijote offers the following housing types:
homestay

Homestay,Double room (Half Board)

285 €
weekly
Age range: 14 years old and older
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Laundry
Distance to school: 1 - 20 minutes
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
285 €
Home stays offer you a unique opportunity to experience Spanish or Latin American life while living in the home of a local Spanish speaking family. You'll speak Spanish all day long, out of necessity and fun and interest in the family life you see unfolding around you. Accommodation in a host family allows you to get the most out of your language course as it gives you a privileged view of daily life in another culture.

About home stay:

Your host "family" may be a family with parents and children or a single parent who takes in students because he or she enjoys the company. You wouldn't be the first to go out on the town together, or to keep in contact with your family after your return home.

You'll eat at local hours - usually later than what you may be accustomed to- and you'll eat local foods, although the family will take your preferences into account as much as possible.
You will be given your own house keys, so you can come and go as you please. You will also be able to receive phone calls at the family home.

Homestay,Single room (Half Board)

325 €
weekly
Age range: 14 years old and older
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Laundry
Distance to school: 1 - 20 minutes
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
325 €
Home stays offer you a unique opportunity to experience Spanish or Latin American life while living in the home of a local Spanish speaking family. You'll speak Spanish all day long, out of necessity and fun and interest in the family life you see unfolding around you. Accommodation in a host family allows you to get the most out of your language course as it gives you a privileged view of daily life in another culture.

About home stay:

Your host "family" may be a family with parents and children or a single parent who takes in students because he or she enjoys the company. You wouldn't be the first to go out on the town together, or to keep in contact with your family after your return home.

You'll eat at local hours - usually later than what you may be accustomed to- and you'll eat local foods, although the family will take your preferences into account as much as possible.
You will be given your own house keys, so you can come and go as you please. You will also be able to receive phone calls at the family home.

Homestay,Double room (Full Board)

325 €
weekly
Age range: 14 years old and older
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner (21 meals per week)
Facilities: Laundry
Distance to school: 1 - 20 minutes
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
325 €
Home stays offer you a unique opportunity to experience Spanish or Latin American life while living in the home of a local Spanish speaking family. You'll speak Spanish all day long, out of necessity and fun and interest in the family life you see unfolding around you. Accommodation in a host family allows you to get the most out of your language course as it gives you a privileged view of daily life in another culture.

About home stay:

Your host "family" may be a family with parents and children or a single parent who takes in students because he or she enjoys the company. You wouldn't be the first to go out on the town together, or to keep in contact with your family after your return home.

You'll eat at local hours - usually later than what you may be accustomed to- and you'll eat local foods, although the family will take your preferences into account as much as possible.
You will be given your own house keys, so you can come and go as you please. You will also be able to receive phone calls at the family home.

Homestay, Single room (Full Board)

365 €
weekly
Age range: 14 years old and older
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner (21 meals per week)
Facilities: Laundry
Distance to school: 1 - 20 minutes
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
365 €
Home stays offer you a unique opportunity to experience Spanish or Latin American life while living in the home of a local Spanish speaking family. You'll speak Spanish all day long, out of necessity and fun and interest in the family life you see unfolding around you. Accommodation in a host family allows you to get the most out of your language course as it gives you a privileged view of daily life in another culture.

About home stay:

Your host "family" may be a family with parents and children or a single parent who takes in students because he or she enjoys the company. You wouldn't be the first to go out on the town together, or to keep in contact with your family after your return home.

You'll eat at local hours - usually later than what you may be accustomed to- and you'll eat local foods, although the family will take your preferences into account as much as possible.
You will be given your own house keys, so you can come and go as you please. You will also be able to receive phone calls at the family home.
apartment

Regular Shared Apartment,Double room (No meals)

179 €
weekly
Age range: 14 years old and older
Housing type: Shared apartment
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Laundry
Distance to school: 1 - 20 minutes
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
179 €
You can choose to share a student apartment with four or five don Quijote students. In a student apartment you'll prepare your own meals and interact with don Quijote students of all ages and backgrounds. We recommend you make a pact about speaking Spanish in the apartment; other shared languages often take students away from Spanish language practice.

About shared student apartments:

Although the student apartments are not very luxurious, they include all the basic facilities: a bed, table or desk, chair and a closet wardrobe.
Each student apartment has a living room with TV, a fully equipped kitchen, a washing machine and an iron.
No telephones are available in student flats; we suggest you use public telephones or local calling centers.
You share the kitchen and the bathroom and, together, keep the house clean.

Regular Shared Apartment, Single room (No meals)

279 €
weekly
Age range: 14 years old and older
Housing type: Shared apartment
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Laundry
Distance to school: 1 - 20 minutes
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
279 €
You can choose to share a student apartment with four or five don Quijote students. In a student apartment you'll prepare your own meals and interact with don Quijote students of all ages and backgrounds. We recommend you make a pact about speaking Spanish in the apartment; other shared languages often take students away from Spanish language practice.

About shared student apartments:

Although the student apartments are not very luxurious, they include all the basic facilities: a bed, table or desk, chair and a closet wardrobe.
Each student apartment has a living room with TV, a fully equipped kitchen, a washing machine and an iron.
No telephones are available in student flats; we suggest you use public telephones or local calling centers.
You share the kitchen and the bathroom and, together, keep the house clean.
visa

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. If you wish to receive your paperwork by express mail, you will be charged 185 € when you register.

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 Cadiz 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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