No plans for the summer break? Looking for something that combines travel, development and fun at the same time? And how about finally making the first steps to learn a foreign language? Then come study abroad in Cadiz with Centro MundoLengua this summer!
At the southern tip of mainland Europe, Cadiz’s coastal location has been one of major importance for many of the world’s civilizations for millennia. Much has changed in that time, but Cadiz’s enchanting alleyways, imposing fortifications, inspiring castles and elegant churches have maintained their ability to change the lives of anybody who spends even the briefest amount of time here.
Our program allows students to study Spanish abroad in Cadiz for 3 or for 6 weeks in the most memorable summer ever. Students studying abroad in Cadiz engage in a fully immersive course that helps complement study in the classroom with constant, practical application outside of it. After finishing your studies in the morning, you’ll pass crumbling Roman ruins, amble along streets built by Moorish settlers, chill by the waterfront from where ships set sail for the Americas before returning to your local host family, completing a tour of over 3,000 years of history in a single day. Given its track record for connecting people around the world, perhaps it’s your turn to add your name to the fascinating history of Cadiz?
Well, you don’t have to just picture it. Our pre-AP® Spanish program in Seville offers high school students all of the above and more!
Charming, quaint, exotic, impressive…. the list of positive qualities that describe Cadiz is almost limitless. Known in modern times for its pleasant local accent, awesome surf, pristine beaches, cheerful people and some of the finest seafood Europe has to offer, it is no wonder why Cadiz consistently attracts so many visitors from near and far. This is nothing new. For three millennia, the oldest continuously-inhabited settlement in Europe consistently won the hearts of whoever set foot on this island-city. The Phoenicians, Carthaginians, Romans, Visigoths and Moors have all left some reminder of their role in the city’s evolution in the surrounding architecture and the culture of its local population.
From any distance, the Cathedral of Cadiz looks spectacular. Its soaring white and golden domes and bell towers contribute to the stunning city skyline as you approach the city from the sky, from the sea or from the land, but its elaborate baroque design and majestic facade become really noticeable the closer you get.
This famous 45 meter tall watch tower was built in the 1700’s to allow citizens to look out for invaders approaching from the sea, but today the Torre Tavira is more popular thanks of its rotating viewing binoculars that provide the user with incredible views of the city.
This fortification that juts out directly into the water was constructed in the 17th century as a way to repel invasion and attack from the Dutch and British navies. Today, the pentagonal facility has become one of Cadiz’s most popular cultural venues and contains a modern art gallery.
A stone’s throw away from Cadiz is El Puerto de Santa Maria; a historic port at the mouth of the Guadalete River that marks the most southerly point of the famous “Sherry Triangle”. A day spent exploring the San Marcos Castle, the town’s bullring, the Mayor Prioral church and the Victory Monastery with a camera is always well spent.
Yet Cadiz offers so much more, including ancient Roman ruins, grand palaces, museums old and new and an almost endless number of castles and cathedrals.
One of Spain’s most picturesque cities should definitely boast a university campus that is just as stunning. The University of Cadiz campus is located in the Old Town, situated on the northern tip of the island’s famous headland.
Pass through some of Cadiz’s criss-crossing cobbled alleyways and in mere minutes you’ll arrive at the majestic square and church of San Antonio. In whichever direction you turn, the gentle sea breeze from the Atlantic Ocean runs through Cadiz’s narrow streets and lifts the spirit of everyone it touches, which, along with around 300 days of sunlight per year, provides the perfect study motivation.
The University of Cadiz’s campus transverses into the digital realm as well, with a “virtual campus” that allows students to access a huge amount of information and services from anywhere in the world. And after class is over, the views of the nearby Caleta beach and Genoves Park are so delightful, you may not want to leave the campus!
Students studying abroad in Cadiz at Centro MundoLengua’s Summer abroad in Spain program undertake an intensive program with a balanced approach to foreign language learning. Professors in the course have a refreshingly dynamic and communicative approach to foreign language learning, something that helps the program stand out in a country where foreign language teachers have a tendency to focus more on their students’ comprehension of grammar and written language. The consequence of this approach is that listening, speaking, reading and writing abilities are all valued, monitored, assessed and developed equally. Students studying in a 3 week long program receive 48 hours of tuition and must complete 42 hours of personal work, while those in a 6 week program receive 96 hours of tuition while completing 84 hours of personal work outside the classroom. Prior to arrival at the University of Cadiz, each student must complete an online placement exam that evaluates the student’s existing command of the Spanish language. Your performance on this exam allows the university to grade your ability and subsequently assign an appropriate, corresponding study class, ranging from A1 absolute beginner level to C2 native speaker level. You will then attend classes for the duration of the program with other students of comparable ability, with classes lasting four hours in length and taking place from Mondays to Thursday inclusive. The classes last from between 3 and 6 weeks and are available for any university or college level student over the age of 18, with the maximum class size of 22 students.
Students studying abroad in Cadiz at Centro MundoLengua’s Summer abroad in Spain program undertake an intensive program with a balanced approach to foreign language learning.
Professors in the course have a refreshingly dynamic and communicative approach to foreign language learning, something that helps the program stand out in a country where foreign language teachers have a tendency to focus more on their students’ comprehension of grammar and written language. The consequence of this approach is that listening, speaking, reading and writing abilities are all valued, monitored, assessed and developed equally.
Students studying in a 3 week long program receive 48 hours of tuition and must complete 42 hours of personal work, while those in a 6 week program receive 96 hours of tuition while completing 84 hours of personal work outside the classroom.
Prior to arrival at the University of Cadiz, each student must complete an online placement exam that evaluates the student’s existing command of the Spanish language. Your performance on this exam allows the university to grade your ability and subsequently assign an appropriate, corresponding study class, ranging from A1 absolute beginner level to C2 native speaker level. You will then attend classes for the duration of the program with other students of comparable ability, with classes lasting four hours in length and taking place from Mondays to Thursday inclusive.
The classes last from between 3 and 6 weeks and are available for any university or college level student over the age of 18, with the maximum class size of 22 students.
Valid passport with student visa if necessary.
The total will be divided in 1 deposit due today and 1 final payment. The final payment will be due 8 weeks prior to the program start date.
May 7th – 27th, 2023
June 25th – July 15th, 2023
July 16th – August 5th, 2023
