Intensive

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

Price per week: USD 205

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: Basic, Intermediate, Advanced.

Price per week: USD 285

This course is designed for those who want to deepen the learning experience and to accomplish a higher level of proficiency on the Spanish language in a shorter time embracing all areas of language.

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Private  

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

Price per week: USD 260 (10 lessons)

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

Montevideo lies on the northern shore of the Rio de la Plata Estuary. It is the capital of Uruguay, and the largest city in the country.  It's also known as the economic, administrative, and cultural centre of the country and for the high levels of education and lifestyle.

It stands out from other cities for the cosmopolitan style that permeates the city in the middle of a relaxed atmosphere. Art performances, ranging from music, dance, and theatre are continually updated and renewed. A wide variety of pubs, restaurants and bars are spread around the main square, and discos are set, mostly, in the outskirts.

The city has industries producing textiles, dairy items, wines, and packaged meats; there are oil refineries and railway factories. Tourism is also important. Come, get to know this sophisticated country with "murga" soul and fall in love with it!

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The best of the city

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Transport

Local public transport is mainly by metered taxi and bus which are reasonably priced and run to all major destinations very frequently.

Climate

Montevideo enjoys a mild humid subtropical climate and it borders on an oceanic climate. The city has cool winters, warm summers and volatile springs; there are numerous thunderstorms but no tropical cyclones. Summer runs from December to March, followed by autumn in April and May; winter lasts from June to September, and spring is in October and November.[37] Rainfall is regular and evenly spread throughout the year, reaching around a 800 millimetres (31 in).

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Available Accommodation Options in Montevideo

Families & Homestays In Montevideo - View Examples
Residences  In Montevideo - 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 & Homestays in Montevideo

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Residences

If you want to live with several local and foreign students, you can choose to stay in a private or shared room in any of the students' residencies we offer you. Sharing a place with young people from all over the world is a great opportunity to learn about different cultures and make new friends as well as learning about the place in which you are studying.

Residences Features

Example of Residences in Montevideo

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In Latin American context, Uruguay is a tiny country. But don’t let the size fool you: Good things come in small packages! This country has a unique combination of open space and low population density ideal for those who like raw nature and want to have a taste of "gaucho" life.

You can also enjoy large sandy beaches, such as Brava beach In Punta del Este or hectic metropolitan cities like Montevideo. Thanks to its high standard of living and the relaxed hospitality of its people, it's a delightful place to travel. Immersed yourself Español while learning to dance the typical Candombe, playing soccer or drinking mate with friendly locals. Uruguay is definitely the ideal destination to start your Experiencia en Español!

The best of the country

Food & Drinks	Music & Dance
Uruguay counts with several traditional dishes as well as a variety of restaurants offering good meals for a wide range of prices. The majority of the restaurants are parrilladas (grill-rooms). Table service is usual in restaurants. Cafes or bars have either table and/or counter service.	The folk and popular music of Uruguay shares not only its gaucho roots with Argentina but also those of the tango. The candombe is a folk dance performed at Carnival mainly by Uruguayans of African ancestry. Some bands and musicians you can listen are Jorge Drexler, Alfredo Zitarrosa, La vela puerca and No te va a gustar.
Plastic Arts	Cinema
A prominent exponent of Afro-Uruguayan art is abstract painter and sculptor Carlos Páez Vilaró. He drew from both Timbuktu and Mykonos to create his best-known work: his home, hotel and atelier Casapueblo near Punta del Este. Casapueblo is a "livable sculpture" and draws thousands of visitors from around the world.	Juan Pablo Rebella and Pablo Stoll are well known film directors. 2 of their movies (25 Watts, 2001 and Whisky, 2004) received international recognition. Two of the most famous Uruguayan actors are Daniel Hendler and China Zorrilla that moastly perform for Argentinean cinema.
Science and technology	Sports
The UNESCO Regional Office for Science and Technology in Latin America and the Caribbean is located in Montevideo. The two universities of the country are located in Montevideo and there young people can study agronomy, sciences, engineering, medicine, dentistry, chemistry, veterinary medicine, biological climatology, geomorphology, paleontology, and mathematics.	Sport in Uruguay has been part of Uruguayan culture from the early start of the nation. Winners of such important awards such as the FIFA World Cup, the French Open, and Olympic medals, Uruguay has been a constantly successful sports nation in continental and world aspects. Football (soccer) is the most popular Sport in Uruguay.
Spare time	Literature
Uruguayans spend their free time in different ways. It could be going to a soccer game or watching it at some bar or at cable TV if it's broadcasted there. Going out with friends for a drink, or out to eat, or dance. Going to the movies, or the theatre, or a concert. Walking down the coastline on a nice day, and maybe going to the beach as well. Drinking "mate" is also one of their favorite activities.	Distinguished modern uruguayan writers and novelist Mario Benedetti and journalist, ensayist and novelist Eduardo Galeano. Another well known writer is Horacio Quiroga that was an immensely popular as well as highly individual and flavourful short-story writer who has had vast influence in other Latin American writers.

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  take part in: gatherings at cafés, tango shows, singing and dancing, guided visits to the main cultural and historic landmarks in the city, guided visits to the most popular sightseeings as well as dancing at the coolest discos and folk shows.

School calendar activities example

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 = Room; NM = No Meals; HB  = Half Board (Breakfast & Dinner).
* Accommodation high season supplement: ( Jun01 - Aug 31) USD 15 per week.
** Shared rooms only available for two students traveling together.
Accommodation Extra day: USD 45 per night, all accommodation.
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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.
• Residences & Hostels: Kitchen access; internet service; cable TV; 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).
 

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Spanish courses         Special courses & programs         Tuition with Accommodation         Accommodation

Spanish Courses 2012:

Prices are in USD

For programs longer than six weeks, please contact us.

How to Calculate your Spanish Course  (Example, 10 + weeks)

Special Courses & 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 & Recreational calendar activities.
• 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

For programs longer than one week, please contact us.

References:
Individual / Shared = Room; WB=With Breakfast; HB=Half Board (Breakfast and Dinner); WM=Without Meals.
Accommodation extra day: USD 45 per night, all accommodation.

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Accommodation 2012:

Prices are in USD

References:
Individual / Shared = Room; WB=With Breakfast; HB=Half Board (Breakfast and Dinner); WM=Without Meals.
Accommodation extra day: USD 45 per night, all accommodation.
More information about Accommodation in Montevideo.

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.
• Residences: Kitchen access; internet service; cable TV; 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).

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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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