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Intensive course 20 lessons

Saint Gabriel International
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Course description

The Intensive course is for students who want to maximize their language learning practice during their stay. The courses focus heavily on speaking and communication skills: the morning consists of 4 lessons in communication skills, while the afternoon consists of 2 lessons in special topics. These lessons provide the opportunity to learn the local culture and customs.
The classes stress the use of language in everyday situations. In 2 lessons each day, students will work on grammar, pronunciation and vocabulary, while in the other 2 lessons, they will focus on reading, writing, speaking and listening. Textbooks and a variety of other materials are used in instruction, including role-playing, newspapers, magazines and other materials. Students focus on special topics and classes in the afternoon. Topics include: fluency practice, media studies, film and theater, local culture, current events, politics, and research using the internet. Intermediate and advanced students also have the option of studying in the test-preparation and business classes.

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
20 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 55 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday

Class times

You can choose from the following class times:

Morning session
09:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Afternoon session
02:00 PM - 06:00 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. You may also take this test before your arrival in Seville.

Class size

Average 10 students
Maximum 12 students

Student age

Age range 16 - 49 years old
Average 22 years old
(20 in the summer)

Certificate

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

Description: Despite the warmth and familiarity in our school, we take our mission seriously and train students professionally.

Our Native Spanish Teachers work on different areas of entrepreneurship as part of the students' training, so projects, presentations, reading clubs and virtual reality (VR) are part of their learning at school. Everything at the service of the students.

We are aware that we are part of their educational community, that makes the team care every detail from their arrival working side by side with our network of agents worldwide.

Best characterized by its authentic international atmosphere where local students learn English and foreign ones, Spanish. Saint Gabriel is an excellent place to make new friends.

Very well connected with the old town of Seville. 15 minutes walking to the Cathedral.

ADDITIONAL SERVICES:
Accommodation: Excellent Host Families and Residence Hall
Full activity Program
Weekly Cultural Events
Weekly Excursions
City Tours
Airport Transfer
Free Language Exchanges
Pathway to University.

Year opened
1990
Number of classrooms
10

Accreditations

Facilities

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

Teacher qualifications

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

University partners

SG International has partnerships with the following universities and colleges in Spain. You can gain full or conditional acceptance into one of these institutions.

Loyola University of Chicago
Universidad de Sevilla

Nationality and age mix

The nationality and age mix at Saint Gabriel International varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 22. In the summer, the average age is 20.

SG International teaches students from all over the world, including:

China
10%
Germany
8%
USA
8%
France
7%
Brazil
6%
Italy
6%
Russia
5%
Ireland
4%
Syria
4%
Finland
2%
Saudi Arabia
2%
Sweden
2%
Turkey
2%
Other
34%

School holidays

SG International 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

The school is very well located in the modern center of Seville. In the Nervión neighborhood, 15 minutes walk from the historic center of the city. Very safe area where many Sevillian families of medium-high socio-economic level live.

Next Ramón Sánchez Pizjuan Soccer Stadium, Sevilla Futbol Club. To the right of the department stores of El Corte Inglés and the Nervión Plaza shopping center.

A few meters from the Universities of Law, Teaching and Economics. The metro stop and bus stops are just a few steps away. Seville has a magnificent bike path that passes in front of the Building.

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Reviews

100% recommend

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"Lovely!!"

HIROKI MUTA, student from Spain

The teachers are very friendly and I learned the Spanish culture and the Spanish language

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Duration of study
11 weeks
Date of study
3 Oct 2022 - 23 Dec 2022
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.

"Excellent classes of Spanish language and culture"

Brigitte Bigar, student from Israel

In fact the classes i attended were not at all what I expected : I registered for a 50+ senior seminar with morning Spanish classes and afternoon cultural activities.

We were only three participants the first week and as my level was higher than the level of the two other participants I was put into the only other class of the school at this time, which was great for me ! I learnt a lot with another guy, 25 years old from Japan !

So I took the best of it !!!
and instead of a cultural offer for the two other weeks, I was offered a few private lessons with the remarkable teacher Irene.

so i am very very happy !

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My ratings for this school

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Duration of study
2 weeks
Date of study
7 Nov 2022 - 25 Nov 2022
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.

"Great staff and location"

John Keith, student from USA

The staff were fantastic. The instructor was able to adjust somewhat but mostly followed a modified the A1 curriculum. The 50+ course description didn’t really match what was provided . No course/workbook and minimal handouts. The field trips were wonderful and informative (taught and Spanglish!)

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My ratings for this school

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Date of study
7 Nov 2022 - 11 Nov 2022
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.

"It was an amazing and education experience cultural wise and language wise."

Piper Morgan, student from USA

The classes were very enjoyable and I feel like I learned a lot! My teacher was very helpful and made my learning experience helpful and fun. I enjoyed the in-class teaching and other times like going to the market to practice my Spanish. The location of the school location was very convenient for me due to the fact that my VRBO place was a 10 minute walk away. I also enjoyed the cultural activities I got to do like the Flamenco dance class, which was tons of fun, and the boat ride. I especially enjoyed the boat ride because I got to practice my Spanish with other girls my age while they practiced their English. It was nice to get to talk to someone who also understood the struggle of learning a new language. This experience especially helped me with my confidence in my conversational Spanish. One thing that I would like to note is that I was the only student in my class so I did not get a lot of chances to practice Spanish with other girls my age. On the other hand this also helped me improve on specific areas that I was personally struggling with this part of the program had its pros and cons. Overall I found the course very helpful!

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My ratings for this school

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Duration of study
1 week
Date of study
13 Jun 2022 - 24 Jun 2022
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.
EVA MARIA LAGUNA RONCERO, SCHOOL DIRECTOR at Saint Gabriel International responded to this review.
07 September 2022

Dear Piper,

Itr was really nice to have you at St. Gabriel International!!
Your family and you will be allways in our memories.
See you soon!!

housing

Housing

SG International offers the following housing types:
student-residence

Student residence - 2-person shared room - Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

S$ 599
weekly
Age range: 14 - 17 years old
Address: AVENIDA DE LA PALMERA, SEVILLE, SEVILLE 41012, ESPAÑA
Location: In the city center of Seville
Housing type: Student residence
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner (21 meals per week)
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, computers, wireless internet, free internet, tV room, air conditioning, heating, 24/7 supervision, garden, sports facilities, and other
Distance to school: 20 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Sunday, anytime
S$ 599
Hubr Xior is the new residence for students in Seville on Avenida de la Palmera, without a doubt, one of the most exclusive areas of the city of Seville.

Hubr Xior Sevilla is very close to the Reina Mercedes Campus and the Ramon y Cajal Campus, in addition to the María Luisa Park, Historical Garden, an emblematic place in the city and ideal for outdoor sports.

Its privileged location makes it practically perfect for students of the University of Seville due to its proximity to the Reina Mercedes and Ramón y Cajal Campuses, and due to its good connections with other Campuses such as Macarena, Nervión, Los Remedios or Cartuja, as well as with the rest of Seville Universities (LOYOLA, UPO, EUSA, CEADE, ESIC…) and the city center through public transport
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 70 € 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 Seville 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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