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University of Alicante Spanish Camp, Spanish-speaking camp at the University of Alicante
Programs and prices, tuition fees in University of Alicante Spanish Camp, Spanish-speaking camp at the University of Alicante
Spanish Language Course
- Age of students — from 11 to 17 years old,
- Language level — any,
- Study period — from one to four weeks.
A summer Spanish language program is offered in two formats: with accommodation in a residence or only with daytime attendance on campus. The curriculum of both formats includes four hours of lessons each day — during which students will improve their writing and reading skills, speaking and listening comprehension, and expand their vocabulary. For the first two hours they focus on theoretical knowledge, and for the second — diligently practice spoken language, working in groups and discussing various topics. After classes, students can expect a variety of extracurricular activities: from beach recreation, bowling games and quizzes to full-day excursions.
The daytime format provides a hot lunch and participation in all school activities from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, while living in the residence allows students to immerse themselves in learning Spanish and gain a rich international education experience without leaving campus.
Spanish Language Course + Football
- Age of students — from 11 to 17 years old,
- Language level — any,
- Duration of study — from one to four weeks.
In collaboration with the Club Atletico Montemar football academy, the summer camp offers a program that combines effective language skills development with professional football training. The schedule for the students will include four hours of Spanish language classes from Monday to Friday, during which they will improve their reading, writing, speaking and listening skills under the guidance of teachers, according to their level. In the afternoon, students participate in training sessions led by experienced professional athletes — each coach holds a UEFA PRO or UEFA B license.
Modern academy infrastructure is used for sports activities: artificial turf mini-football fields with all the necessary equipment.
The program also includes a variety of entertainment activities: from quizzes, discos and board games on campus to weekend excursions to see the sights. The number of available extracurricular events will depend on the chosen learning format, whether it is daytime or with accommodation.
Spanish Language Course + Basketball
- Age of students — from 11 to 17 years old,
- Language level — any,
- Study period — from one to four weeks.
This summer course provides students with the opportunity not only to improve their Spanish language skills but also to focus on developing basketball skills. The camp collaborates with the local Basketball Montemar academy, allowing students to get access to first-class sports equipment and communication with experienced coaches certified by the Valencian Community Basketball Federation and the Spanish Basketball Federation.
The curriculum for students includes four hours of Spanish lessons on weekdays + basketball practice after they finish. They have access to various campus and off-site events in their free time, including sightseeing tours, shopping, and beach recreation.
Students can choose the most suitable option for taking the course: attending classes on campus or studying with accommodation in a comfortable residence.
Spanish Language Course + Tennis
- Age of students — from 11 to 17 years old,
- Language level — any,
- Study period — from one to four weeks.
The summer program is compiled in cooperation with the Alacant tennis club, offering a balanced schedule: four hours of Spanish language study from Monday to Friday, tennis training three times a week + almost daily entertainment activities on and off campus. Students are taught under the guidance of qualified native language teachers, which helps them learn theoretical information faster and use it more confidently in practice.
Sports training is conducted by professionals in their field: each coach has a certificate from the Royal Spanish Tennis Federation (RFET) and many years of experience preparing young athletes. The infrastructure of the tennis club is used for sports development: seven clay courts, three paddle tennis courts, and the necessary equipment.
Students can choose a learning format that suits their needs: attending classes and training during the day or studying with accommodation in a residence, a full program of extracurricular activities and excursions.
Spanish Language Course + Golf
- Age of students — from 11 to 17 years old,
- Language level — any,
- Study period — from one to four weeks.
The summer program was created in cooperation with one of the best golf companies in Spain — Alenda Golf, which allows students to not only improve their Spanish language skills but also develop professional golf playing skills.
The students' schedule will include four hours of Spanish language studying every weekday, golf practice three times a week, almost daily entertainment events on campus and weekend excursions. Depending on the chosen participation format — daytime attendance or residence accommodation — the curriculum may be adjusted.
Spanish language classes are taught by qualified native speakers. The first two hours are devoted to theoretical preparation (learning vocabulary and grammar, reading and writing), and the remaining hours — conversational practice, group work, discussions.
Golf training sessions held on 49 hectares of golf course are conducted by professional trainers certified by the Royal Spanish Golf Federation (RFEG): they teach students the basics and rules, help improve physical fitness and endurance, and encourage participation in the weekly championship.
Description of University of Alicante Spanish Camp, Spanish-speaking camp at the University of Alicante
- Location: Alicante, Spain,
- Student age: from 11 to 17 years old,
- Language of instruction: Spanish,
- Type of studying: mixed.
University of Alicante Spanish Camp is an international summer school offering a Spanish language course that can be combined with professional training in golf, tennis, basketball, or soccer.
The programs are available to students aged 11-17 who want to gain international educational experience and unforgettable impressions from their stay in Spain. The school provides them with all the necessary conditions for an exciting time and comfortable living: a residence near the educational building, a variety of extracurricular activities, support from qualified native-speaking teachers and professional trainers. During a session at the camp, students will not only improve their language skills but also make new friends — students of different nationalities study in the summer courses, creating a diverse, supportive, and friendly atmosphere on campus.
Accommodation, meals, prices
A comfortable residence available to students of summer programs is within walking distance of the study facilities, a 15-minute drive from Alicante Airport and just a few minutes walk from public transport stops. The residential building has round-the-clock security control, with qualified staff taking care of the well-being and comfort of those under their care.
The summer camp mainly offers single bedrooms with bathrooms; double rooms are available in rare cases. The rooms have all the necessary furniture, air conditioning is installed, and clean towels and bed linen are provided. Cleaning is done once a week. Residents have access to common areas: recreation and games zones, a cinema hall, laundry facilities, creative studios, and sports grounds. Free high-speed Wi-Fi is available throughout the territory.
The accommodation cost includes full board meals: daily breakfast, lunch and dinner prepared from fresh products in the campus kitchen. The menu mainly features Spanish cuisine, allowing students to try a variety of national dishes. There is always an option to choose vegetarian, halal, or vegan meal options.
If desired, you can participate in programs by visiting the campus only during the day — from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM: in this case, students are not accommodated in a residence hall, receive a hot lunch daily and participate in all activities included in the curriculum.
Activities University of Alicante Spanish Camp, Spanish-speaking camp at the University of Alicante
Every weekday from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM, exciting training sessions are organized for students of sports programs in two sections to choose from: football, beach volleyball, athletics, field hockey and other areas.
The schedule for some days differs from the standard one, which includes language classes and campus events:
- Wednesday: relaxation by the pool or on the beach in the afternoon,
- Friday: excursions to Alicante, Elche, Canelobre Caves, Algar Waterfalls, Chocolate Museum and Turrón Museum, workshops, shopping, picnic in the forest,
- Saturday: full-day excursions —Guadalest, Altea, Tabarca,
- Sunday: full-day trip to a water park, amusement park or the beach.
Thanks to the stable and favorable climate, students can spend all their free time outdoors, enjoying the natural beauty of Alicante and dedicating time to socializing with new friends, sports, exploring the surroundings and attractions.
Advantages
- Multinational student community,
- Extensive leisure program with campus events, excursions,
- Opportunity to pursue one of the sports professionally,
- The ratio of staff caring for the well-being of children to students is 1:10.
Facilities and equipment at University of Alicante Spanish Camp, Spanish-speaking camp at the University of Alicante
The study rooms are located a minute's walk from the residence, representing classrooms of various sizes equipped with multimedia technology and Wi-Fi access. Nearby are relaxation areas with vending machines.
Sports events are organized on the territory of the University of Alicante, whose infrastructure includes 4700 sq. m. of indoor facilities and approximately 22,000 sq. m. of outdoor areas, including:
- Heated pool,
- Indoor playgrounds for team sports,
- Combat sports areas, fencing,
- Squash courts,
- Climbing wall,
- Several artificial turf fields for football, hockey, and rugby training,
- Tennis and paddle tennis courts,
- Athletics track.
Extracurricular activities, mainly creative and cultural, are organized in the large premises of the residence.
Admission dates and extra charges
Summer Spanish camp programs are conducted in July-August, offering flexibility in choosing the duration: from one to four weeks. Students follow a balanced schedule consisting of academic classes and mainly on-campus activities on weekdays, with excursions — on weekends.
The cost of the courses with accommodation includes:
- Accommodation in the residence, three meals a day,
- Academic materials,
- All campus events and two excursions per week,
- Transfers for excursions,
- Medical insurance.
The daytime study format will include the following in the program:
- Lunches,
- All academic materials,
- All campus events, Friday excursions,
- Medical insurance.
Additional expenses include :
- Sports training for students of the standard Spanish language program without extras,
- Airport transfers,
- Personal expenses.
Enrolment process
Those wishing to enroll in one of the summer programs must fill out a registration form and submit the required documents, after which the admissions committee will send them a test to assess their Spanish language proficiency, an official acceptance letter, and placement in a suitable group.
Perspectives
Students immerse themselves in a Spanish-speaking environment, which effectively develops their language skills and gives them confidence in using Spanish in everyday life. International academic experience will provide them with valuable learning skills, and the learning process in Spain — an opportunity to study the culture, customs and attractions of the country.
Entry requirements, how to apply, what is required to enrol
Future participants of summer programs must meet the age requirement, provide personal documents, including an international passport, medical insurance, a visa, or a residence permit. The courses are designed for students with any level of Spanish proficiency — a test to determine the level of skills is conducted before the start of studying.
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Residence permits, citizenship and other services
- Guardianship services during the studies
- Student supervision
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Recommendations on when to apply
| Language courses, schools and children's language camps | Primary and secondary education - private schools | Preparation programmes for entering universities - higher education | Higher education (after completing accredited programs A-level, IB, High School) - Bachelor, Master, MBA |
| - we recommend to apply 6-9 months before the start of the course (some camps and schools offer discounts for early booking or for lengthy study programs) - there are some very popular and high demand children's camps, where the applications need to be submitted 1 year in advance (in particular Switzerland , Great Britain , USA , Canada , Austria) | - we recommend to apply one year before the start of the training program, - some schools have a specific time frame (September-November - please specify an individual school) - some schools require tests in several stages (UKISET, internal tests of the school: English, mathematics, logics, subjects, interview, some require a personal visit) | - we recommend to apply one year before the start of the program, - for Foundation and Pathway programs, IELTS and TOEFL certificates are usually required, respectively | - recommended submission one year before the start of the program, - the deadline normally closes in January, for TOP HEIs and, as a rule, in March in other universities - for a bachelor, a Foundation or Pathway preparatory program a completed A-level, IB, High School + IELTS / TOEFL are required - for Masters you need a graduated higher education, in some cases you need a pre-Masters program - MBA requires completed higher education, work experience preferably at least 2-3 years, etc. |
