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- SPANISH FOR
FOREIGNERS
American British Institute offers different options either to study
Spanish in Argentina or to travel around Argentina . Students can also
combine Spanish classes while they enjoy visiting beautiful places . All our
classes are in Spanish and are based on communication.
American British Institute uses written texts such as books, workbooks, ads,
stories, newspaper articles adapted to each level as well as DVDs ,CDS and
videos. At the end of the course , students are given a certificate of
completion.
- The Institute
American British Institute is situated in the heart of Capital Federal. It
is close to commercial areas and shopping malls and you can get there either
by bus, underground and even by train.
Our classes are organized in small groups and they are equipped with state-of
–the- art technology such as DVD, video and CD players.
The multimedia lab is equipped with computers where students can have access
to broadband internet and practise their Spanish.
- Why to choose American British Institute?
ABI organizes courses on a one to one tuition and small size classes which
give students the possibility of enjoying classes and feel more comfortable
in their learning process. Our teaching material, resources, services and
professional teachers plus the friendly staff, personal guidance and nice
atmosphere make us be a prestigious institute.
- The Courses
Levels
• Spanish 1 (Basic)
• Spanish 2 (Advanced)
Type of courses
• One to one tuition: Students have the advantage of learning at their own
pace and the courses are tailor-made.
• General courses: 20 lessons per week. Groups between 4 and 6 students (45
minute lessons)
• Intensive courses: 25 lessons per week. Groups between 4 and 6 students
(45 minute lessons)
- Classes are organised in the following way.
9.30-11 classes
11-11.15 coffee break
11.15-12.45 classes
Classes start first Monday of every month.
- All our courses include:
Study material (Books)
Free cafeteria
Assistance in accommodation
Free local Newspaper
Certificate of Completion
One free city tour
Support Service
Free Broadband Internet
Note: Students must have medical insurance. Not included in fees
- Monitoring progress
Progress Test 1 at the end of the first week to help the teacher to get
information as regards the students´ progress and understanding as well as
help her in the organisation and adjustment of the classes.
Weekly test at the end of each week to watch students’ progress and to
report it to the students highlighting each student’s mistakes and areas of
the language the student needs to reinforce.
The End of the Course Test
After the completion of the course, students must take a final test.
- Certification
At the end of the course students receive a Certificate that gives details
of the level of Spanish acquired.
International Certification (Optional):
C.I.E (Initial Certificate of Spanish)
D.B.E (Basic Diploma of Spanish)
D.S.E ( Superior Diploma of Spanish)
Certification is accredited by Instituto Cervantes. Exams are held in Buenos
Aires in May, August and November.
- Accomodation
We can assist students in finding accommodation.
Homestay: Students can experience the Argentinian life and feel part
of an Argentinian family while practising Spanish
Hostels: Students can share the experience of an international
atmosphere and meeting students from all over the world.
Hotels: Students can stay at hotels enjoying their own privacy.
Apartments (fully furnished): Students can be completely independent
and share the flat with some friends
Optional services
Transfer from and to the airport
- About Buenos Aires
It is a city with European sophistication, combined with a romantic image of
the tango. It is one of South America’s most sophisticated and exciting
cities .It is called “The Paris of the South” because it has a melancholy of
a city that will always compare itself to something greater
Buenos Aires is the birthplace and the world capital of tango, a rhythm that
was created by the banks of the Río de la Plata, at the end of the 19th
century, as a fusion of European and African music.
The tango is manifested in the lyrics - many of the words used in the tango
come from lunfardo (porteños’ slang); in the music - the bandoneón provided
the music from the Río de la Plata with that melancholic and somewhat sullen
sound that characterizes tango today; and in the dance - tango classes last
between one and two hours. It is ideal to take four or five lessons. From
the first lesson, teachers train beginners in the mastering of the basic
steps: eight simple movements that may be learned in a few hours.
Buenos Aires is full of tango houses with live orchestras and dancers. The
most important places that offer live shows usually include dinner (with
options in Argentine beef or international menus).
You may also go to the milongas, places where you dance tango. Many of them
organize classes – given by specialized teachers – before the dancing. For
beginners and more experienced dancers, the offer includes group or
individual classes. Tango, milonga or vals.
The city has several shopping circuits, each offering different articles:
antiques in San Telmo, books in Corrientes Avenue, leather items in Retiro
neighborhood, souvenirs in La Boca. The avant-garde in objects, clothes and
decorative elements is in Palermo Viejo neighborhood.
Buenos Aires offers extended shopping hours. The main shopping malls – where
you may buy the most renowned national and international articles – are open
until 10 pm.
In Las Cañitas, Palermo Viejo, Palermo Hollywood, Barrio Norte and San
Telmo, you may also shop until late at night: many shops close near midnight.
These are circuits to buy clothes, shoes, accessories and gifts. There are
also beauty parlors and art galleries.
- Free Time
We can also assist students in organising different cultural activities:
City Tour (Included in our fees)
Tango shows with or without meals
“Asado” at typical Argentinian estancias
Shopping Areas nearby
Trips all over Argentina to visit The Iguazu Falls, The Glatiar and
different states such as Ushuaia, Mendoza among others.
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