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Spanish for Academic Purposes

ELE USAL. Escuelas de Español de la Universidad de Salamanca

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Course description

The purpose of this course is to prepare students for academic environments. In this subject, the students study, analyze and produce different types of written and oral texts in Spanish (essays, academic and scientific articles, conferences, presentations). Additionally, during classes, the students receive tutoring and help with their university assignments.

Course topics

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

Class schedule

Course duration
16 weeks
Start dates
Every first Monday of the month
Classes per week
2 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 60 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday

Class times

You can choose from the following class times:

Afternoon session
03:30 PM - 05:30 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. You may also take this test before your arrival in Tibas.

Class size

Average 15 students
Maximum 25 students

Student age

Age range 18 - 80 years old
Average 27 years old
(25 in the summer)

Certificate

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

ELE USAL Costa Rica is a Spanish Language School located in the University of Iberoamerica (UNIBE) in San José. UNIBE is a leading private university committed to providing integral education, academic excellence and humanistic vision to students. Our facilities are modern and fully equipped with the latest instruments and technologies in order to maximize students’ learning process.

In partnership with the Spanish Language School of the University of Salamanca, ELE USAL Costa Rica-UNIBE opened its doors to students from all over the world who wish to study Spanish as a Foreign Language in the beautiful country of Costa Rica. Its academic offer focuses on three main areas: language and culture courses, professor training programs and international certification of Spanish language through the tests: SIELE, DELE and EsPro.

All the courses and programs have an integral approach that considers reading, listening, writing and speaking skills, a transversal cultural axis and a special emphasis on students’ communicative goals. Additionally, ELE USAL Costa Rica-UNIBE is the only Spanish Language School in Central America certified by the University of Salamanca and accredited internationally.

Year opened
2018
Number of classrooms
100

Accreditations

Facilities

  • Library
  • Social Activities
  • Cultural Trips
  • Elevators
  • Wheelchair access
  • Eating Area
  • Free Internet
  • Wireless Internet
  • Computers
  • After-Class Seminars
  • Studying Area
  • Sports Activities

Teacher qualifications

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

University partners

ELE USAL COSTA RICA has partnerships with the following universities and colleges in Costa Rica. You can gain full or conditional acceptance into one of these institutions.

Universidad de Iberoamérica

Nationality and age mix

The nationality and age mix at ELE USAL. Escuelas de Español de la Universidad de Salamanca varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 27. In the summer, the average age is 25.

ELE USAL COSTA RICA teaches students from all over the world, including:

United States Minor Outlying Islands
90%
Other
10%

School holidays

ELE USAL COSTA RICA 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

ELE USAL Costa Rica is in Tibás, a suburb located at 7km west from San José downtown. Tibás includes both industrial and residential neighborhoods which provides visitors and residents a variety of restaurants, supermarkets, schools, health centers and convenient access to public transportation. In other words, Tibás offers a peaceful environment inside an urban landscape.

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Housing

ELE USAL COSTA RICA offers the following housing types:
homestay

Homestay - Single-person room - Breakfast and dinner

246 €
weekly
Age range: 18 - 80 years old
Location: Outside the city center of Tibas
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen and laundry
Distance to school: 30 - 70 minutes by bus
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
246 €
ELE USAL Costa Rica can provide accommodation with a Costa Rican family.
• Homestay: $35 dollars per night (single room with desk; breakfast, dinner and laundry services included)
student-residence

Student residence (off-campus) - 2-person shared room - Breakfast

331 €
weekly
Age range: 18 - 80 years old
Address: Sabanilla, Montes de Oca, San José, San José 11101, Costa Rica
Location: Outside the city center of Tibas
Housing type: Student residence (off-campus)
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast (7 meals per week)
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, free internet, tV room, 24/7 supervision, and garden
Distance to school: 45 - 120 minutes by bus
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
331 €
Shared room: mini apartments for 4 people or 3 people, 2-person shared room.

Student residence (off-campus) - Single-person room - Breakfast

528 €
weekly
Age range: 18 - 80 years old
Address: Sabanilla, Montes de Oca, San José, San José 11101, Costa Rica
Location: Outside the city center of Tibas
Housing type: Student residence (off-campus)
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast (7 meals per week)
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, free internet, tV room, 24/7 supervision, and garden
Distance to school: 45 - 120 minutes by bus
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
528 €
Standard room

Single person room with desk and a small fridge.
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 $30 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 Tibas 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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