DELE Exam Preparation Course

Tia Tula Spanish School

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What are the DELE preparation courses?

The DELE Exam Preparation Courses are specialized in preparing for the official exams of the Institute Cervantes Diplomas in Spanish (DELE = Diplomas de Español como Lengua Extranjera = Diplomas in Spanish as a Foreign Language).
2024 DELE exams and their preparation courses at Tía Tula

These are the 2024 DELE exams dates and their corresponding preparation courses at Tía Tula:
2024

February 16, 2024 (levels A2) – Preparation course from January 22 to February 15, 2024.
April 12, 2024 (levels A1, A2, B1, B2, C1) – Preparation course from March 18 to April 11, 2024.
May 17, 2024 (levels A1 y A2/B1 for schools) – Preparation course from April 22 to May 16, 2024.
May 18, 2024 (levels A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, C2) – Preparation course from April 22 to May 16, 2024.
July 12, 2024 (levels A2, B1, B2, C1) – Preparation course from June 27 to July 11, 2024.
September 13, 2024 (levels A2) – Preparation course from August 19 to September 13, 2024.
October 18, 2024 (levels A2, B1, B2) – Preparation course from September 23 to October 17, 2024.
November 22, 2024 (levels A1 y A2/B1 for schools) – Preparation course from October 28 to November 21, 2024.
November 23, 2024 (levels A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, C2) – Preparation course from October 28 to November 21, 2024.

Content of the DELE exam preparation courses

The DELE exam preparation courses at Tía Tula consist of 5 hours a day of lessons:
2 hours of general practice of the language
3 hours of specific work towards the practice of actual exercises from the DELE exams (including timed practice exams from actual exams administered in the past, the correction of those exams and analysis of the most frequent errors), and the different skills being evaluated: Reading comprehension, listening comprehension, written expression and interaction, and spoken expression and interaction.

PLEASE NOTE: For courses with enrolments of fewer than three students Tía Tula might decide to organise the lessons like this:
4 hours of general intensive Spanish course
1 hour of specific work towards the practice of actual exercises from the DELE exams (including timed practice exams from actual exams administered in the past, the correction of those exams and analysis of the most frequent errors), and the different skills being evaluated: Reading comprehension, listening comprehension, written expression and interaction, and spoken expression and interaction.

Duration of the courses

The duration of the courses is 100 hours of classes in total: 25 hours/week for 4 weeks (5 hours a day).
PLEASE NOTE: When the exam is on a Friday (not on a Saturday), the preparation course will have one day less (5 hours less of classes), since the preparation courses always start on a Monday.

Course topics

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

Class schedule

Course duration
1-4 weeks
Classes per week
25 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 52 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

All levels, beginner to advanced
You will take a placement test before your arrival in Salamanca to determine your class level.

Class size

Average 6 students
Maximum 10 students

Student age

Age range 15 years old and older
Average 24 years old

Certificate

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

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"My teachers were the best."

Ingrid Janse van Rensburg, student from Canada

My two teachers were the best. I learned a lot while preparing for the DELE B2 exam. While we were challenging ourselves, the atmosphere was light-hearted and positive, and I enjoyed my four weeks in this course. The admin staff were kind and attentive and they helped me with everything I needed. The school is located in a bustling part of the old city. It was easy to run out for a quick coffee, a light snack or just a quick walk to clear my head. I did not find the housing satisfactory.

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Duration of study
3 weeks
Date of study
23 Sep 2024 - 18 Oct 2024
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
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"It was a great experience"

Isabel Bos, student from Netherlands

I liked the Tia Tula school. The teachers were very friendly and willing to help. The classes were easy to understand. The Location of the school was great, only a few minutes from plaza mayor. I really liked that the school organised different activities each day of the week. The only thing I didn't like was that the classroom was quite hot when we were with a big group.

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Duration of study
3 weeks
Date of study
5 Jun 2023 - 30 Jun 2023
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
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"I had a wonderful time in Salamance at Tia Tula."

Mireille Leeflang, student from Netherlands

I had a wonderful time in Salamanca and at Tia Tula. The teachers were all very enthusiastic, friendly and patients. The school organized loads of fun after-school activities. The house I was in was at 5 minute walking distance from the school. The owner of the house, Alberto, is a very nice host, the house is rather big with four bedrooms and two bathrooms. I could not mention one thing that I did not like. My stay in Salamanca was perfect and my Spanish did improve, even if I only stayed for one week. I would definitely recommend Tia Tula to those who want to learn Spanish in Spain! I am already planning to go back!

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Date of study
20 Jun 2022 - 24 Jun 2022
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
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"Excellent tuition and excellent value."

Vivienne Williams, student from Spain

Tia Tula fulfilled all my expectations. The classes were small and of similar ability, I was definitely the 'grandmother' of the class and the young students who joined me in this group were younger, charming and interesting. We had a good ambiance between us all. I hope they think the same. The teachers, Carmen L and Elena were also excellent and patient, both with different teaching methods of possibly the same subject, but we were never bored. Elena was a great motivator and fun.

The school is located in the heart of Salamanca, metres away from marvellous, ancient buildings and perfectly located for anything you would need from unforgettable photo shots, cafes, mini-markets, IVi IPan is the best tapas location! Located next door to Tia Tula is a great coffee shop with discounts for Tia Tula students and a central hub to get to know other students.

Facilities were compact but great, a very nice revamp of an old building with everything to hand. The activities were varied, I enjoyed the bike tour around Salamanca centre, the guide was informative and not too long winded and would have explained in English but we insisted on Spanish! The session at the Escuela de Hosteleria was a hit. We were 20 students of all nationalities and ages and guided by chef Ricardo on how to make a delicious paella, and sangria to finish! I would certainly recommend this activity. It was good to see more males that females in attendance. Intercambio, an evening of Spanish conversation was well organised by Jaime and we were lucky to have Salmantinos attending to give it a true Spanish feel. This is an excellent idea.

My accommodation with Señora Rocio Losa Olea was perfect. A large apartment, conveniently located opposite a lovely park and close to the station. Rocio did not speak English so I was forced to speak Spanish. Food and board all very good. Thank you Rocio, my knowledge of Hola magazine has increased enormously.

In all, a perfect stay and hopefully my command of Spanish has improved immensely.

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Duration of study
1 week
Date of study
9 May 2022 - 20 May 2022
Would you recommend this school?
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"Very good"

dominique corvi, student from France

good school, the teachers are all very good. A pedagogy based on communication. Small school where almost everyone knows each other (I left before the summer holidays, because July / August, there are more people)

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Duration of study
4 weeks
Date of study
7 Jun 2021 - 9 Jul 2021
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
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"I could overcome my fear of speaking Spanish"

youngmin yoo

Perfect location and facilities. Everyday, every week there were various activities. The house was really nice with kind landlady and flatmates. I loved Tiatula's teachers too. They always interact with their students and help them to be confident. The only thing I was not satisfied with was that sometimes there were too many students in a class. Apart from that, everything was awesome. I will never forget the memories I've made here. I will definitely recommend this school.

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Duration of study
26 weeks
Date of study
29 Aug 2016 - 1 Mar 2017
Would you recommend this school?
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Housing

Tia Tula Spanish School offers the following housing types:
homestay

Homestay - 2-person shared room - Breakfast and dinner - 2 students must book together

161 €
weekly
Age range: 15 years old and older
Location: In the city center of Salamanca
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Distance to school: 20 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Sunday, anytime
161 €
Homestays are carefully selected and offer students the opportunity to learn more about the local culture in a comfortable setting while studying Spanish in Salamanca. These homes are within 20 minutes walk the school. Nice accommodation to feel at home!

Homestay - Single-person room - Breakfast and dinner

175 €
weekly
Age range: 15 years old and older
Location: In the city center of Salamanca
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Distance to school: 20 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Sunday, anytime
175 €
Homestays are carefully selected and offer students the opportunity to learn more about the local culture in a comfortable setting while studying Spanish in Salamanca. These homes are within 20 minutes walk the school. Nice accommodation to feel at home!

Homestay - 2-person shared room - Breakfast, lunch and dinner - 2 students must book together

182 €
weekly
Age range: 15 years old and older
Location: In the city center of Salamanca
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner (21 meals per week)
Distance to school: 20 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Sunday, anytime
182 €
Homestays are carefully selected and offer students the opportunity to learn more about the local culture in a comfortable setting while studying Spanish in Salamanca. These homes are within 20 minutes walk the school. Nice accommodation to feel at home!

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

196 €
weekly
Age range: 15 years old and older
Location: In the city center of Salamanca
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner (21 meals per week)
Distance to school: 20 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Sunday, anytime
196 €
Homestays are carefully selected and offer students the opportunity to learn more about the local culture in a comfortable setting while studying Spanish in Salamanca. These homes are within 20 minutes walk the school. Nice accommodation to feel at home!
apartment

Shared apartment - 2-person shared room - No meals - 2 students must book together

90 €
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Location: In the city center of Salamanca
Housing type: Shared apartment
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: No meals
Distance to school: 20 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Sunday, anytime
Restriction: 2 students must book together
90 €
Shared apartments are carefully selected and within 20 minutes walk from the school. Nice accommodation to feel at home!

Shared apartment - Single-person room - No meals

110 €
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Location: In the city center of Salamanca
Housing type: Shared apartment
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Distance to school: 20 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Sunday, anytime
110 €
Shared apartments are carefully selected and within 20 minutes walk from the school. Nice accommodation to feel at home!
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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. If you wish to receive your paperwork by express mail, you will be charged 50 € 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 Salamanca 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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