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The curriculum of Instituto Cervantes Dublin has been developed following the(CEFR). The CEFR is the basis for

the elaboration of language syllabi, curriculum guidelines, testing and teachingmaterials for all of Europe. It describes what language learners need to do toeffectively communicate within each language cultural context. The CEFR defineslevels of proficiency and provides assessment of progress at each stage andthroughout a lifetime.

Common European Framework of Reference

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C2

Breakthrough

Waystage

Threshold

Vantage

Proficiency

Mastery

Understand sentences, common expressions, items

Communicate with simple and direct exchanges of information.Communicate one’s background, environment, matters of immediate need.

of immediate relevance suchas personal, family information, shopping, local geography and employment.

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Understand and use familiar everyday expressions + very basic phrases.Introduce him/herself + others; ask/answer questions about personal details.Interact in a simple way if another person talks slowly and clearly.

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Once a week courses3 hours/week - 10 weeks (30 hours)(10:00-13:00) (18:00-21:00)/€285* €325 * €325Saturday (10:00-13:00)

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Level Ref Course Day Time Dates

A1.1 452 Breakthrough 1 Monday 10:00-13:00 08/04/2019-01/07/2019

A1.1 453 Breakthrough 1 Tuesday 10:00-13:00 09/04/2019-11/06/2019

A1.1 454 Breakthrough 1 Thursday 10:00-13:00 11/04/2019-20/06/2019

A1.1 455 Breakthrough 1 Friday 10:00-13:00 12/04/2019-28/06/2019

A1.1 456 Breakthrough 1 Saturday 10:00-13:00 13/04/2019-22/06/2019


A1.1 458 Breakthrough 1 Wednesday 18:00-21:00 10/04/2019-12/06/2019







A2.1 468 Waystage 1 Monday 10:00-13:00 08/04/2019-01/07/2019

A2.1 469 Waystage 1 Tuesday 10:00-13:00 09/04/2019-11/06/2019

A2.1 470 Waystage 1 Wednesday 10:00-13:00 10/04/2019-12/06/2019

A2.1 471 Waystage 1 Saturday 10:00-13:00 13/04/2019-22/06/2019




A2.1 475 Waystage 1 Thursday 18:00-21:00 11/04/2019-20/06/2019






A2.3 483 Waytage 3 Monday 10:00-13:00 08/04/2019-01/07/2019

A2.3 484 Waytage 3 Thursday 10:00-13:00 11/04/2019-20/06/2019

A2.3 485 Waytage 3 Tuesday 18:00-21:00 09/04/2019-11/06/2019

A2.3 486 Waytage 3 Wednesday 18:00-21:00 10/04/2019-12/06/2019




A2.4 490 Waystage 4 Saturday 10:00-13:00 13/04/2019-22/06/2019



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Once a week courses 3 hours/week - 10 weeks (30 hours)

B1.1 493 Threshold 1 Wednesday 10:00 - 13:00 10/04/2019-12/06/2019

B1.1 494 Threshold 1 Tuesday 18:00 - 21:00 09/04/2019-11/06/2019

B1.1 495 Threshold 1 Thursday 18:00 - 21:00 11/04/2019-20/06/2019


B1.2 497 Threshold 2 Friday 10:00 - 13:00 12/04/2019-28/06/2019

B1.2 559 Threshold 2 Saturday 10:00 - 13:00 13/04/2019-22/06/2019


B1.2 500 Threshold 2 Thursday 18:00 - 21:00 11/04/2019-20/06/2019

B1.3 501 Threshold 3 Monday 10:00 - 13:00 08/04/2019-01/07/2019


B1.3 503 Threshold 3 Saturday 10:00 - 13:00 13/04/2019-22/06/2019

B1.3 504 Threshold 3 Tuesday 18:00 - 21:00 09/04/2019-11/06/2019



B2.1 562 Vantage 1 Wednesday 10:00 - 13:00 10/04/2019-12/06/2019



B2.2 511 Vantage 2 Monday 18:00 - 21:00 08/04/2019-01/07/2019

B2.2 512 Vantage 2 Thursday 18:00 - 21:00 11/04/2019-20/06/2019

B2.4 515 Vantage 4 Monday 10:00 - 13:00 08/04/2019-01/07/2019

B2.4 516 Vantage 4 Monday 18:00 - 21:00 08/04/2019-01/07/2019


B2.4 518 Vantage 4 Saturday 10:00 - 13:00 13/04/2019-22/06/2019

B2.6 519 Vantage 6 Thursday 10:00 - 13:00 11/04/2019-20/06/2019

C1.1 520 Proficiency 1 Wednesday 18:00 - 21:00 10/04/2019-12/06/2019

C1.3 521 Proficiency 3 Tuesday 18:00 - 21:00 09/04/2019-11/06/2019

C1.3 522 Proficiency 3 Saturday 10:00 - 13:00 13/04/2019-22/06/2019

C1.4 523 Proficiency 4 Monday 18:00 - 21:00 08/04/2019-01/07/2019

C1.5 524 Proficiency 5 Tuesday 10:00 - 13:00 09/04/2019-11/06/2019

C2 525 Mastery 1 Tuesday 10:00 - 13:00 09/04/2019-11/06/2019

C2 526 Mastery 1 Tuesday 18:00 - 21:00 09/04/2019-11/06/2019

C2 527 Mastery 4 Wednesday 10:00 - 13:00 10/04/2019-12/06/2019

C2 528 Mastery 7 Wednesday 10:00 - 13:00 10/04/2019-12/06/2019

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Exam Preparation DELE Courses8-week courses / Once a week (24 hours) €270

Ref. Course Day Time Dates

535 Preparation DELE A2 Thursday 18:00 - 21:00 16/05/2019-04/07/2019

536 Preparation DELE B1 Thursday 18:00 - 21:00 16/05/2019-04/07/2019

537 Preparation DELE B2 Thursday 18:00 - 21:00 16/05/2019-04/07/2019

538 Preparation DELE C1 Thursday 18:00 - 21:00 16/05/2019-04/07/2019

Twice a week /(10:00-13:00) (18:00-21:00)

10 weeks (60 hours)€5156 hours per week €555

Level Ref Course Day Time Dates

A1 465 Breakthrough 1+2 Tuesday &Thursday 10:00- 13:00 09/04/2019-18/06/2019

A1 466 Breakthrough 1+2 Tuesday &Thursday 18:00- 21:00 09/04/2019-18/06/2019

A1 467 Breakthrough 1+2 Wednesday &Friday 10:00- 13:00 10/04/2019-21/06/2019

A2 481 Waystage 1+2 Tuesday &Thursday 10:00- 13:00 09/04/2019-18/06/2019

A2 560 Waystage 1+2 Tuesday &Thursday 18:00- 21:00 09/04/2019-18/06/2019

B1 507 Threshold 3+4 Wednesday &Friday 10:00- 13:00 10/04/2019-21/06/2019

B2 513 Vantage 1+2 Monday &Wednesday 10:00- 13:00 08/04/2019-24/06/2019

B2 514 Vantage 1+2 Monday &Wednesday 18:00- 21:00 08/04/2019-24/06/2019

C2 529Mastery 16+17*

(Revision course)Monday &Wednesday 10:00- 13:00 08/04/2019-24/06/2019

SpecialcoursesforadultsOnceaweek10weeks(30hours)€335

Once a week 10 weeks (30 hours) €285


530 Conversation A2 Friday 10:00 - 13:00 12/04/2019-28/06/2019

531 Conversation B1 Monday 10:00 - 13:00 08/04/2019-01/07/2019

532 Conversation B2 Thursday 10:00 - 13:00 11/04/2019-20/06/2019


533 Grammar Revision A2 Wednesday 10:00-13:00 10/04/2019-12/06/2019

534 Grammar Revision B1 Wednesday 10:00-13:00 10/04/2019-12/06/2019

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Intensive courses for teenagers(16 hours) €185 toTuesday Friday

Summer intensive courses for teenagers(30 hours) €335


539 After1st Year (NewJuniorCycle. A1.1) Monday- Friday 10:00-13:00 10/06/2019-21/06/2019





544 After2ndYear (NewJuniorCycle. A2.1) Monday- Friday 10:00-13:00 10/06/2019-21/06/2019





549 After the TransitionYearProgram Monday- Friday 10:00-13:00 10/06/2019-21/06/2019





554 Pre LeavingCertificate exam Monday- Friday 10:00-13:00 10/06/2019-21/06/2019





Ref. Course Time Dates

409 1st Year Spanish Course. New Junior Cycle 10:00-14:00 23/04/2019-26/04/2019

410 2nd Year Spanish Course. New Junior Cycle 10:00-14:00 23/04/2019-26/04/2019

411 Junior Certificate exam 10:00-14:00 23/04/2019-26/04/2019

412 Transition Year Program (Prep for DELE escolar) 10:00-14:00 23/04/2019-26/04/2019

413 Prep Leaving Certificate exam 10:00-14:00 23/04/2019-26/04/2019

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in Spanish as a Foreign LanguageThe abbreviation means Diploma de Español como LenguaExtranjera (Diploma in Spanish as a Foreign Language). Thesediplomas offer the only internationally accredited official certificationfor the Spanish Language and are awarded by the Spanish Ministryfor Education, Culture and Sport.

DELE*

Exam Dates and Registration

Special discountsfor students enrolled in any attendance courses taking place

on-site at Instituto Cervantes Dublin.

for students registering for the examination for thesecond time, whether for the same level or for a higher level. If acandidate fulfils both criteria above, only one of the discounts will apply.

for groups: applicable to candidates enrolling as a groupthrough the academic institution in which they are currently studying.

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Examination Centres in IrelandDUBLINInstituto Cervantes DublinLincoln House / Lincoln Place / Dublin 2 (Baile Átha Cliath)Tel.: +353 1 631 1500; Fax: +353 1 631 1599

Contact e-mail:http://dublin.cervantes.es [email protected]

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Fees 2019

CORK (May session only)University of Cork - Department of Hispanic StudiesFirst floor – Block B East, O'Rahilly Building, Cork (Corcaigh)Tel.: +353 21 4902240/3267; Fax: +353 21 4903264

Contact person: Eugenia Boladohttp://www.ucc.ie/en/splas/dele/

([email protected])

Coláiste Chiaráin

Tel: 061397700; Fax: 061600019Contact person: Sara Martínez

Croom, Co. LIMERICK

http: www.cco.ie [email protected]( )

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July General: A2/B1/B2/C1 16th

May 2019

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March 2019

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October 2019

Young learners: DELE escolar A1 & A2/B1

General: A1/A2/B1/B2/C1/C2

Young learners: DELE escolar A1 & A2/B1

General: A1/A2/B1/B2/C1/C2

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The SIELE* certifies mastery of the Spanish language toyoung people and adults who speak Spanish as a second language, as well as native speakers.It is promoted and supported by the Cervantes Institute (IC), the National Autonomous Universityof Mexico (UNAM), the University of Salamanca (USAL) and the University of Buenos Aires (UBA),and ensures a strong presence of multiple Spanish variations.

It offers the possibility of completing a full exam consisting of four parts (Reading, Writing,Listening, Speaking), or even a partial exam that certifies particular sets of languagecompetencies. Results will be given in a maximum of three weeks, and candidates may printcertificates or reports using the software provided, and it is valid for two years.

(https://siele.org/en/home) level

Available now!

*For further information, please visit: examenes.cervantes.es

COMMENT DELE SIELE

Validity Indefinitely Five years

International

recognition

Internationally recognized in state education

systems (for example in Brazil, France and

Italy), in schools, businesses, universities,

etc.

Internationally recognized in the SIELE higher

education institutions

CandidatesSpanish language students

(Secondary school & adults)

Spanish language students

(youth and adults)

TestingOn paper, in exam centres and organised at

international level

Electronically in exam centers by

appointment.

Introduction of

Spanish varietiesYes, particularly from level B1 Yes, this is required in all exam levels

ResultsPass or fail outcomes based on the level at

which the candidate is tested

Spanish language level results based on a

scale of 1000 points, equivalent to the CEFR

Result

notificationsWithin of two months Within of three weeks

Differences and similarities between DELE and SIELE

Issuing body

The Spanish Ministry of Education, Culture

and Sports. Cervantes Institute has managed

the academic, financial and administrative

aspects since 2002

Instituto Cervantes, Universidad

Nacional Autónoma de México,

Universidad de Salamanca,

Universidad de Buenos Aires

Type of certificate

issued

Electronic certification of official

qualifications. Official diploma for successful

candidates

Results Certificate (full exam)

or Report (partial exam), depending on

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The aim of this course is to develop professional training for teachers who wish to work teachingSpanish as an MFL (Modern Foreign Language) to children, as there is a growing interest and needfor teachers in this sector nowadays.

This course reveals how emotional and cognitive development is vital to teach and learn Spanish asan MFL and offers essential training for teachers to advance their skill set through practical modules.

In this course students will learn:· how to solve conflicts in class· methodologies to teach Spanish as an MFL· how to plan a lesson· the importance of creativity in lesson planning· how to create and use resources· teaching and learning using art, music and history· gamification in the MFL class· the Active Learning and AFL (Assessment for Learning) Spanish as an MFL· how to face the first session· the use of ICT in teaching Spanish as an MFL to children

Requirements: University studies (diploma, degree or equivalent)Note: Applicants must know this training course will be developed in the target language.

Teaching Children Spanish: A Teacher Training CourseApril 5th - June 21st. €325

Teaching courses

Intermediate level courseThis course is designed for experienced teachers who wish to develop their teaching skills. It isrecommended for teachers with a minimum of 60 hours teaching experience (no maximum teachingexperience necessary)Objective: develop specific aspects of their teaching skills, acquire new teaching competencies andfurther their professional development.Requirements: University studies (diploma, degree or equivalent issued in their own countries).

Instituto Cervantes Dublin regularly offers a range of courses for Spanish teachers at all levelsdesigned to meet their needs and professional development plans. These courses are also open tofuture Spanish teachers to assist them to prepare for their career in the teaching sector.Courses on offer each academic year are: two beginners, one intermediate and various ELE(Spanish as a foreign language) specific workshops.

Instituto Cervantes offers one Beginners training course in the Autumn and one in Winter). Thisbeginners course is devised for students who have already started their teaching career (with limitedexperience) and require to learn methodology and pedagogy to teach Spanish as a foreign language.It is also aimed at students who have no experience and wish to start their teaching Spanish as aforeign language career. Students must have Spanish as their mother tongue, or have a linguisticability equivalent to that of a native Spanish speaker. All classes are taught in Spanish.

If you are interested in training as a teacher of Spanish as a foreign language (ELE) we wouldrecommend this course. As part of their studies, students will acquire limited teaching experiencethrough valuable hands-on involvement observing and teaching a class. They will also be required tosubmit a written assignment at the end of the course.

Beginners level course

For further information, please visit our website: dublin.cervantes.es

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Spanish anytime, anywhereYou can now learn online with AVE Global (Spanish Virtual Classroom). AVE Global is an interactiveInternet Course specifically designed by Instituto Cervantes for distance learning. To use this toolyou need a PC with broadband Internet connection.

Premium course

Basic course

For independent users

With tutor support

- Access to online activities for 90 days / 10 hours with an online tutorPrice:

Special fee for returning students:If you have just finished one of our courses you can enrol in this program at a reduced price ( ).

- Access to online activities for 90 days / 3 hours with an online tutorPrice:

This course has being specially design to train you for the exam. The materials give you the opportunityto practise the exam parts and improve your oral and written skills.

Access to online activities for 90 daysPrice:

After working on the contents on your own, you will have access to online classes with an expert tutorwho will comment on your work and you will have the opportunity to practise the exam papers.

- Access to online activities for 90 days / 10 hours with an online tutorPrice: for students who took an on-site course during the previous academic year

for new students

For further information or to enrol:website:email: or

DELE A2 & DELE B1 Preparation Courses

€600

€450

€200

€150

€450€600

http://ave.cervantes.es/[email protected] [email protected]

Online Courses With Tutor SupportIf you have variable working or studying hours and it is difficult for you to attend our courses, you cannow enrol in an online 90-day program. You will have access to weekly homework and you will receiveyour tutor's individual feedback and explanations.After working on the contents on your own, you will have online classes with an expert tutor who willcomment on your work and you will be able to practise your oral skills. Following completion of thecourse you will receive a certificate.

If you are one of our students you can enrol in the course foran additional fee. We will give you access to one of thecourses for a period of 90 days. Please take the placementtest prior to enrolment to ensure that you are in the correctlevel:

€30

http://ave.cervantes.es/prueba-nivel.htm

AVE GLOBALfor Instituto Cervantes Dublin Students

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Cultural ActivitiesCervantes Dublin Choir: Spring Session01/04/2019-24/06/2019, 7-8.30pm(no session on 22/04, 06/05, 03/06)We recommend to register before 25/03/2019. Limited capacity.In Spanish. Fee:

08/04/2019-01/07/2019, 7-9.30pm(no session on 22/04, 06/05, 03/06)We recommend to register before 01/04/2019. Limited capacity.In Spanish. Fee:

10/04/2019-12/06/2019, 7-8.30pmWe recommend to register before 03/04/2019. Limited capacity.In Spanish & English. Fee:

11/04/2019, 6.30-8pm. Bodegas Ochoa (Navarra)30/05/2019, 6.30-8pm. Adegas Galegas (Galicia)Limited capacity.In Spanish. Fee:

Bookings:Please check our website for the upcoming cultural events

Bookings:

€80

€85

€150

€20 each

Wine Tasting

Theatre Club Cervantes Dublin. Spring Session

Flamenco. Spring Session

[email protected]

[email protected]

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Textbooks are available at:International Books, 18 South Frederick Street, Dublin 2 Tel: 679 - 9375

Courses MaterialsGeneral Spanish courses require the following textbooks:

Registration & PaymentCourse payment can be made by credit card or bank transfer. If a studentrequires an invoice to be sent to his/her company, he/she will have to request thisin advance. Full payment must be made before commencement of each course.All students have to fill in an enrolment form at:

for each new level.

Now you can enroll from home with, our new registration online service.

Students who have studied Spanish in the past, but have never studied atInstituto Cervantes, are required to take a level test before enrolling for generalSpanish language courses. The exam includes a written and an oral part.Tests can take up to 30 minutes. Price:

The level test fee will be deducted from the enrolment fee if the student enrols ina course during the same academic year (September 2018-August 2019).

Assessment Tests

http://dublin.cervantes.es/en/courses_spanish/general_information_courses_spanish.htm

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Office Opening hoursMonday to Thursday: 9.30 am – 7.00 pm Friday: 9 am – 2 pmSaturday: 9 am – 1.30 pm

Courses fees do not include the textbook used in the courses.Special courses fees include the cost of materials.

Please visit our website for further information:http://dublin.cervantes.es/en/about_us_centre_spanish.htm

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A2 A2 Aula Internacional 2 - New Edition

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Registration is binding. Enrolling in a course at Instituto Cervantes means the acceptanceof the registration Term and Conditions included in the enrolment form or available whenyou register on-line through Please make sure youread the registration terms and conditions carefully.

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Our students will avail of a 10% discount in their second course within the same academicyear. It is the responsibility of each student to request this discount at the time ofregistration. Once their registration has been processed, students are not entitled to anytype of discount. This discount is applicable to all returning students.

The fee paid at registration will only be refunded when requested in writing beforecommencement of the course. In this case, the Institute will retain 10% of the total amountpaid as an administration fee. Once courses have started, no refund request will beprocessed under any circumstances (please, read carefully our terms and conditions).Likewise, refunds will not be granted for sessions the student does not attend. InstitutoCervantes reserves the right to cancel the opening of courses when the minimum ofstudents is not reached or due to circumstances out of its control. In both cases, the fullamount paid at registration will be refunded. All courses will commence with a minimumnumber of five students, unless otherwise stated. Classes are taught in Spanish frombeginner's level.

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Dublín - Instituto Cervantes · Understanding the Curriculum 3 The curriculum of Instituto Cervantes Dublin has been developed following the (CEFR). The CEFR is the basis for the