Our U20 Individual Junior
Program held in England, Malta, Germany, Spain and France are especially organized
for young adults under 20 years of age.
We also offer a University Placement Program
for those taking a language course in Brighton, Madrid, Nice, Florence
or Frankfurt.
GENERAL COURSE OUTLINE
The programs used in the actual lessons of the different courses are generally structured along the same lines, focusing on three main aspects:
grammar and vocabulary activities and exercises
reading, text comprehension, listening and writing
conversation
Generally, the greatest emphasys is placed on the conversational aspect, as the main aim of learning a language is communication.
Programs will vary according to the specific type of course chosen, level, the teachers and also the students.
Class topics are generally based on current articles from local newspapers and magazines which are picked out depending on level, so they can be discussed by the students. An effort is made to include current events and cultural topics so as to make the learning experience not only a comprehensive and interesting one, but also an entertaining and pleasant experience.
STANDARD LANGUAGE COURSES
Whether you are a complete beginner or simply wish to brush
up on your English, Spanish, French,
Italian, Portuguese, German or Chinese,
a Standard Language Course at any of Sprachcaffe / Languages PLUS
schools around the world is bound to meet your requirements.
This is the perfect compromise between learning the language and enjoying
your free time. Four daily lessons guarantee effective learning, while
the morning or afternoon remains free for extra-curricular activities.
Course Duration
Minimum 2 weeks - unlimited
Lessons per day
4 lessons (5 days a week; 1 lesson
= 45 minutes)
Class Size
Ranges between 8-15 students per class,
depending on destination
Minimum Age
18 years; 16-18 accepted with parental
or guardian authorization
A Holiday Language Course in Spanish
or Italian at Sprachcaffe / Language PLUS
schools is sure to provide you with some insight into the language and
its cultural setting. Two daily lessons will leave you with a lot of spare
time to enjoy your vacation and discover the host countries on a cultural
level. Whether you are a complete beginner or simply wish to brush up
on your languages, this course is bound to meet your requirements, letting
you focus primarily on your traveling and touring activities.
Course Duration
Minimum 2 weeks - unlimited
Lessons per day
2 lessons (5 days a week; 1 lesson
= 45 minutes)
Class Size
Ranges between 8-12 students per class,
depending on destination
Minimum Age
18 years; 16-18 accepted with parental
or guardian authorization
An Intensive Language Course at Sprachcaffe / Languages PLUS
in English, Spanish, Portuguese, French,
Italian, German or Chinese
is the ideal choice for a more in-depth focus on the language. Whether
you are a complete beginner or simply wish to brush up on your languages,
this course is bound to meet your requirements.
In this case, more emphasis is placed on learning, thus leaving less
free time for extra curricular activities. Six daily lessons guarantee
effective progress in a much shorter time.
Course Duration
Minimum 1 week - unlimited
Lessons per day
6 lessons (5 days a week; 1 lesson
= 45 minutes)
Class Size
Ranges between 8-15 students per class,
depending on destination
Minimum Age
18 years; 16-18 accepted with parental
or guardian authorization
One-to-one language training is the quickest and most intensive way to
learn a language or to improve your language skills. The format of the
lessons is totally determined by the needs and desires of the student.
The hours of this course are flexible which makes it possible to book
such a course together with another course option.
This course is also ideal as a tutoring or support course to focus on
problem areas. You decide the number of daily lessons: two, four or six.
All aspects of the language are taught in as short a time possible without
being overly demanding.
Course Duration
Minimum 1 week - unlimited
Lessons per day
2, 4 or 6 lessons (5 days a week;
1 lesson = 45 minutes)
Class Size
Individual
Minimum Age
18 years; 16-8 accepted with parental
or guardian authorization
The Academic Term / Exam Preparation Course at Sprachcaffe / Language PLUS
is structured similar to the Standard
Language Course, however the goals and objectives are structured for long term study. Thus
it is ideal for students who which to attain a more in-depth and continuous
study of the language and also for those interested in sitting for any
of the major language exams, such as the PET, FCE, CAE, CPE, TOEFL,
DELE, DELF, DALF, CILS and DSH.
Completing an Academic Term at Sprachcaffe / Language PLUS will help earn
important qualifications and is perfect for those seeking the challenges
and goals of meeting university entrance requirements.
Spending several months abroad is the ideal way to completely immerse
yourself in another language. Chose to study at one of our Sprachcaffe
centres around the world for
3, 6 or even better, 9 months!
Whether you are a complete beginner or simply wish to brush up on your
English, Spanish or French,
a Minigroup Language Course at Sprachcaffe / Language PLUS is bound to meet your requirements. The important feature in this course
is class size which is reduced considerably allowing for greater personalized attention by the
teacher.
This is the perfect compromise between learning the language and enjoying
your free time. Four daily lessons guarantee effective learning, while
the morning or afternoon remains free for extra-curricular activities.
Course Duration
Minimum 2 weeks - unlimited
Lessons per day
4 lessons (5 days a week; 1 lesson
= 45 minutes)
Class Size
Maximum 6 students per class
Minimum Age
18 years; 16-18 accepted with parental
or guardian authorization
Levels
Basic, Intermediate, Advanced
Availability
Not available during high season (Check
schools for specific dates)
The Business Course is ideal for students and professionals who need to use a
language for business communication in their daily routine. The course
combines 4 lessons per day made up of the Standard
Language Course and is followed by 2 lessons per day specializing
in business topics. We cover a range of current and relevant work-related
issues.
Course Duration
Minimum 2 weeks - unlimited
Lessons per day
6 lessons (5 days a week; 1 lesson = 45 minutes)
4 Standard English lessons, 2 Business English lessons
Class Size
Maximum 6 students per class
Minimum Age
18 years; 16-18 accepted with parental
or guardian authorization
For students who book a language program of 3, 6 or 9 months in Brighton,
Madrid, Nice, Florence
or Frankfurt, we offer a free university placement service.
Our staff provides assistance with applications to universities, the choice
of university courses and will always be ready to clear up any doubts
and give the best possible advice.
HOWEVER we can give no guarantee that the student will be accepted.
Getting to know a different culture and language, another education,
university and research system, will most definitely be of immense advantage
to you in your later life!
Application Requirements
• Participation in a language course with a duration
of at least 3 months at the Sprachcaffe Language/PLUS School
in one of the five cities mentioned above.
• Minimum age is 18 years for all universities
• Students must satisfy the particular entry requirements
for the University and course of choice.
Dates
Entry all year round, ideally beginning
at least 7 months before the semester starts at the chosen destination