* Courses: start every monday/ 55 min per lesson/ max. 7 students per class/ material included/ certificate.
* Minimun Age: +16 for regular courses. +12 for private courses.
* First day: placement test/ welcome pack/ welcome lunch.
* Academic Credits Available: Yes.
* Closed dates: 2012: Oct 8/ Nov 26/ Dec 8/ Dec 24/ Dec 25/ Dec 31.
2013: Jan 1/ Feb 11/ Feb 12/ Mar 24/ Mar 28/ Mar 29/ Apr 1/ Apr 2/ May 1/  May 25/Jun 20/ Jun 21/ Jul 9/ Aug 19/ Oct 14/ Nov 25/ Dec 8/ Dec 25.
       

Intensive

* Lessons per week: 20 group lessons / per week.
* Minimun Duration: 1 week.
* Spanish Level: Elementary, Intermediate, Advanced.

The Intensive course aims at developing your communicative competences in the four main language skills: speaking, reading, listening and writing.

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Super Intensive

* Lessons per week: 30 group lessons / per week.
* Minimun Duration: 1 week.
* Spanish Level: Elementary, Intermediate, Advanced.

The Super Intensive course is designed for students wishing to deepen their learning experience and to accomplish a higher level of proficiency in Spanish in a shorter time. This course includes 30 group lessons aimed at reinforcing the class content, working on weak points and broadening areas of the students’ own interest. All areas of language are worked: reading, writing, speaking, listening and contextualized grammar.

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Immersion

* Lessons per week: 20 group lessons + 5 private lessons / per week.
* Minimun Duration: 1 week.
* Spanish Level: Elementary, Intermediate, Advanced.

The immersion course consists of lessons that aim at developing the language skills and the use of language in real contexts of use, taking into account aspects such as social appropriateness. The Immersion course combines 20 group lessons plus 5 private lessons per week.

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Private  

* Lessons per week: 10 private lessons / per week.
* Minimun Duration: 1 week.
* Spanish Level: Elementary, Intermediate, Advanced.

This course is tailor-made to your own personal needs and interests. It gives you a flexible schedule, and is perfect if you do not have much time to study and want to focus on a specific area.

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Spanish & Tango

* Lessons per week: 20 group lessons + 8 tango group lessons / per week.
* Minimun Duration: 1 week.
* Spanish Level: Elementary, Intermediate, Advanced.
 

This program offers the possibility of discovering the Argentinean world of tango while learning Spanish. Our locations offer you tango shows as well as the opportunity to dance at popular “milongas” and tango bars.

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Spanish & Salsa

* Lessons per week: 20 group lessons + 8 salsa group lessons / per week.
* Minimun Duration: 1 week.
* Spanish Level: Elementary, Intermediate, Advanced.
 

This course approaches different everyday life situations in Spanish for either personal, professional or educational purposes in a fun way and with all the Salsa Latin spirit!

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Spanish & Ski

* Lessons per week: 16 Group + 2 Private lessons per week + 2 transfers to-off the sky resort + 2 skiing passes weekday- weekend / per week.
* Minimun Duration: 1 week.
* Spanish Level: Elementary, Intermediate, Advanced.
 

This is a learning option specially designed for all winter-sport enthusiasts with a weakness for Spanish language.

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Video and Map         The best of the city         Featured trips        Transport          Climate

Mendoza is the most important city in the West of Argentina. The city was founded in the 16th century and it was later reconstructed in a European style, after a devastating earthquake hit Mendoza in 1861. It has a population of almost 1.5 million. This picturesque city features wide avenues traversed by small riverbeds and irrigation canals, five main legendary squares and several bars and coffee shops found alongside the wide pavements, shadowed by a variety of trees. Mendoza is also a culturally rich city that has the best wines and ski resorts. It is one of the most chosen tourist destinations because of the various interesting activities available in the region. Extreme sports such as rafting, climbing or kayaking are very popular.
In Mendoza there are many places to visit. Some of the them include a city tour along the area where the Foundation of the city took place, museums and the Escorihuela Winery. Other must see places are: San Martin Park,located at the foot of the Andes and famous for its indigenous horticulture, zoo and national science museum; and Laguna del Diamante, a mirror of bluish waters showing a magnificent reflection of the Maipu volcano. On the route to theAndes you shouldn't miss Puente del Inca, a natural formation over the Cuevas River where it is possible to bathe in ancient thermal baths.

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The best of the city

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Transport

The public transport system includes buses, trolleybuses and taxis. The trolleybuses are more comfortable than the city buses, but are slower, not as numerous nor is the system as extensive.

Climate

Mendoza's climate can be characterized as arid, however, with extensive irrigation the surrounding landscape sustains cultivation with Mediterranean characteristics. Most precipitation in Mendoza falls in the summer months (November–March). Average temperatures for January (summer) are 32 °C (90 °F) during daytime, and 18.4 °C (65 °F) at night. July (winter) the average temperatures are 14.7 °C (58 °F) and 2.4 °C (36 °F), day and night respectively.

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Available Accommodation Options in Mendoza

Families & Homestays in Mendoza - View Examples

Families & Homestays

Our families know, due to their experience, what it means to be a real host. They have received many students from different nationalities, occupations and ages. We will take into consideration your likes and preferences.
Living with a local family is the best way to learn their customs, likes, flavors, while you learn a new language.

Families & Homestays Features

Example of Families and Homestays in Mendoza

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Argentina borders Chile, Brazil, Uruguay, Bolivia and Paraguay, and it is the eighth largest country in the world, second only to Brazil in terms of size and population in South America. The population mix of Argentina is very different from the rest of Latin America as it is mostly European. However, you can still experience "traditional life" in the northern provinces of Salta and Jujuy. These provinces resemble the Andean nations of Bolivia and Peru and differ culturally from those of the Pampas. Archaeological sites, volcanoes, small Indian villages, and nature reserves can be found in this area.

Argentina is a country of European traditions that loves modernity and diversity. You will get a guaranteed immersion in its culture helped by its chatty, resourceful and kind people. On top of that, Argentina has every natural beauty you can think of: the mighty Andes, the wide Río de la Plata and the famous Iguaçu Falls. Magnificence on each end like the southern glaciers and the northern “Calchaquíes” Valleys going through the pampas in the center!
Now is a great time to visit, so get your spirit in gear and prepare for an unforgettable adventure!

The best of the country

Food & Drinks	Music & Dance
The rich mixture of Italian, Spanish, German and indigenous influences make of this country a great culinary excursion. Try for yourlself the best steaks, drink mate in the afternoons and taste Dulce de Leche!	Tango is the biggest attraction but not the only one! Argentina has other folklore music styles characterized for being joyful and easy to follow when dancing.
Plastic Arts	Cinema
You’ll find from classical artists with European influences like Fernando Fader or Lino Enea Spilimbergo to modern with American influences like Marta Minujín, one of Andy Warhol's most esteemed fellow conceptual artists.	Get moved to tears or laugh your heart out with the more than 2,500 full-length titles! Some of them like "El secreto de sus ojos", “La historia oficial” or “9 reinas” have achieved international recognition in recent decades.
Science and technology	Sports
A very active student life characterizes every major city in the country. Students fill every class room (to point that they have to sit on the floor), every library and lab.	Soccer is a major part of the country’s culture. Every single Argentinean is passionate about this sport all year long, especially during World Cup. Argentinean athletes are recognized in tennis, basketball, women’s hockey, golf and rugby as well.
Spare time	Literature
This is a huge chapter on Argentineans life.Normally, families are very close, and spend Sunday’s lunch together. You can show up, unannounced, at an Argentinean’s house and the host will make you feel welcome as automatically starts heating water to prepare “mate”.	In every corner of the country you can visit historical spots recognized because of their presence in the works of well-known writers such as Jorge Luis Borges, Adolfo Bioy Casares and Julio Cortázar.

Your safety first...            Travel Cancellation           Transfer Service

Your safety first...

When engaging in any of our programs a travel and health insurance is essential for yours and your familiy's peace of mind. We want your experience to be as exciting as possible and in order for it to be like that, feeling safe and protected is a must. We offer an International Travel Insurance tailored specially for experiential travelers like you.
You can choose different plans according to your insurance needs and expectations. The plans Silver and Bronze feature Travel Health/Accident Insurance, Emergency Travel Insurance, Travel Accident Indemnity Insurance, Travel Assistance, Travel Luggage Insurance, Travel Third Party Liability Insurance limited to your desired coverage amount. The Gold plan features unlimited coverage (including extreme sports) at a really competitive market price.

Some of the benefits of booking your Travel Insurance with us are:

• You'll be making sure that your full experience is organized as a whole, taking care of each aspect of it
• We make sure that you get the best coverage, adapted to your individual needs.
• Our International Travel Insurance is known worldwide and accepted by health facilities and professionals all over the world.
• Our insurance provider offers the best cost/quality rates of the market with over 20 years of experience and has been taking care of our participants for many years.
• Our tutors will be able to assist you with the insurance usage, the contact with the company and the relation: hospital-insurance

For your safety, we will ask you your insurance information when you book your program. We recommend that you use our Travel Insurance provided by CareMed International Travel Insurance. You'll be able to enjoy your journey knowing that any sudden or unexpected situation will be taken care of. And your family will be able to feel happy for you and your life-changing experience instead of worrying during your stay abroad.

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Transfer Service
 

COINED provides airport transfer service to meet students at the airport and transfer them to their accommodation. We can meet students at the domestic or international airports.

Students must always inform COINED about the date and time of  arrival, even in cases where the transfer service has not been requested. Airport pick-up only transfers students from the designated airport to the designated accommodation.

- Flight details (date, time, airport, airline, and flight number) must be confirmed in writing before arrival; otherwise COINED shall not guarantee the transfer service and no refunds shall be given for this service.
- All costs incurred due to failure to notify COINED of arrival information in due time are the participant's responsibility.
- In case of flights delays, changes, and so on, COINED will provide the transfer service but will reserve the right to charge additional costs, if necessary.
- If any changes regarding flight details are not duly informed, COINED shall not take responsibility for the proper provision of the transfer service.

For more information regarding our transfer service please contact us. We will be happy to assist you!.

* Please contact us for more information about Arrivals / Departures Transfer Service.
** Price per person, per week.

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There are plenty of activities organized by COINED in which students can  ake part in: gatherings at cafés, dance lessons with professional teachers, musical shows, singing and dancing, outdoor adventure activities, guided visits to the main cultural and historic landmarks in each city, guided visits to the most popular sightseeings as well as dancing at the coolest discos and folk shows.

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Spanish Courses        Special Courses and Programs        Accommodation

Spanish Courses 2013:

Prices are in USD

How to Calculate your Spanish Course (example)

Special Courses and Programs:

Registration fee USD 75. Courses start every Monday except on closed dates No lessons will be held on school’s closed dates and there will be no extra lessons to compensate for them. Study material included.

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What’s included

• Welcome package
• First day placement exam
• Spanish Course and study material
• Weekly Tours and Recreational activities calendar
• Course certificate
• 24 hrs emergency phone
• Local mentor
• Internet access - Wi Fi
• Access to kitchen facilities at the school
• Coffee, tea, milk, refrigerated water

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Accommodation 2013:

The Prices are in USD

References:
Individual / Shared = WB = With Breakfast, HB  = Half Board (Breakfast and Dinner).
Accommodation Extra day: USD 50 per night, all accommodation.
Accommodation High Season = Jan 27th - Mar 30th / Jun 2nd - Sep 28th. Additional of 50 USD per week.
* Prices may vary during high season.
** Private Bathroom available an additional of USD 50 per week.
More information about Accommodation in Mendoza.

What’s included in

• Families & Homestay: Cleaning service once a week; telephone service to receive calls (available to make calls with prepaid cards); towels and bed linen (changed once a week). Upon requirement: Kitchen access; internet service; cable TV.
 

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Spanish Courses        Special Courses and Programs        Tuition with Accommodation        Accommodation

Spanish Courses 2012:

Prices are in USD

How to Calculate your Spanish Course (example)

Special Courses and Programs:

Registration fee USD 75. Courses start every Monday except on closed dates No lessons will be held on school’s closed dates and there will be no extra lessons to compensate for them. Study material included.

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What’s included?

• Welcome package
• First day placement exam
• Spanish Course
• Weekly Tours and Recreational activities calendar
• Course certificate
• 24 hrs emergency phone
• Local mentor
• Internet access - Wi Fi
• Access to kitchen facilities at the school
• Coffee, tea, milk, refrigerated water

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Tuition with Accommodation 2012:

Prices are in USD

References:
WB = With Breakfast, HB  = Half Board (Breakfast and Dinner).
Extra day: USD 45 per night, all accommodations.
* Prices may vary during high season. Additional of USD 45 per week. High Season = Jan 29th - Mar 31th, Jun 3th - Sep 29 th.
 

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Accommodation 2012:

The Prices are in USD

References:
Individual / Shared = Room, WB = With Breakfast, HB  = Half Board (Breakfast and Dinner)

Extra day: USD 45 per night, all accommodations.
* Prices may vary during high season. Additional of USD 45 per week. High Season = Jan 29th - Mar 31th, Jun 3th - Sep 29 th.
** Private Bathroom available an additional of USD 50 per week.
More information about Accommodation in Mendoza.

What’s included?

• Families & Homestay: Cleaning service once a week; telephone service to receive calls (available to make calls with prepaid cards); towels and bed linen (changed once a week). Upon requirement: Kitchen access; internet service; cable TV.

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1. How is my Spanish level determined?
2. What happens if there is not a course available for my level?
3. Can I take my lessons in different destinations?
4. Will I get a certificate after finishing the program?
5. Will I receive university credits?
6. How am I going to develop my Spanish skills?
7. How many levels are there?
8. How many lessons do I need to reach a different level
9. Is the study material included in the Spanish course?
10. What is a typical day like?
11. When do I have to register to the program?
12. If I want to combine destinations, do I have to register at each separate location?

1. How is my Spanish level determined?

You will take a placement test on your first day to establish the Spanish course level you will attend to. You may change levels depending on your learning skills.

2. What happens if there is not a course available for my level?

If there isn’t a Spanish course according to your level, a course will be opened for you specially and you will have individual lessons until other students with the same level of Spanish arrive. The price of these individual lessons will keep the same as the group ones.

3. Can I take my lessons in different destinations?

You can take your Spanish lessons in different places in various countries in Latin America. It is possible to combine destinations in any of our schools in Latin America or Spain without extra charge. You will find the same teaching method in all our Spanish schools.

4. Will I get a certificate after finishing the program?

Yes, you will get a certificate that specifies the level of Spanish achieved and the amount of hours you have taken. You will get also a progress report which includes the skills developed during your course and a recommendation letter from your teacher.

5. Will I receive university credits?

You can receive university credits for attending to our schools but you should first visit your school’s language department in order to know the specific requirements. Common requests from universities are: course syllabus, talking to other teachers who know the program, classroom hours, course levels, academic policies, receiving progress reports from your teachers while abroad and giving you a test upon your return. We will help you gather all the necessary paperwork and you may schedule an interview with your academic advisor if needed.

6. How am I going to develop my Spanish skills?

Our methods combine both theory and practice, addressing all of the linguistic and functional pragmatic aspects of the spoken language, along with key socio-cultural information essential for you to gain proficiency and in order to achieve your goals. Grammar, reading, writing, listening, speaking and vocabulary are always integrated in order to approximate you to an authentic communicative environment.
You will begin with practical situations. Grammar lessons will be introduced gradually during the process. Lessons' topics and contents are related to daily life’s situations.

7. How many levels are there?

COINED offers 3 different levels following the requisites and guidelines from the Common European Framework of Reference. Each level is divided into 2 sublevels varying from lesser to greater linguistic capability: Basic (A), Intermediate (B), Advanced (C).

8. How many lessons do I need to reach a different level?

It depends on the level you already have, the one you want to reach and the kind of program you are taking. If you are a beginner, it takes approximately 40 to 60 group lessons per week to get you into the next level. But if you don’t have enough time you can reduce the time at half by achieving the same level with private lessons. For further information please contact us. We will be happy to help.

9. Is the study material included in the Spanish course?

In almost every destination the study material, according to your level, is included. In case you choose a destination that doesn't include it, we will let you know.

10. What is a typical day like?

You can take lessons from 9 AM to 1 PM or from 2 PM until 6 PM according to your schedule and your program.
Afternoon classes (2 PM to 6 PM) are usually reserved for students requesting additional hours or different programs.
Many days include school activities in the afternoon or the evening.

11. When do I have to register to the program?

You should register at least four weeks before the program starts to guarantee you a spot in our schools.  For bookins done lless than four weeks before the start date, we cannot guarantee your place in a group but you can write or call us to check for availability in such cases.

12. If I want to combine destinations, do I have to register at each separate location?

No, if you are planning to combine your destination simply register at the location you will be at first, and then indicate which date you plan to switch to another school. 

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