Spain | Alicante | Work and Study
Work and Study
Our unique package provides opportunities for language students to study intensive lessons abroad whilst taking on a short-term work experience at one of our varied work placements. Working with our partner language schools across Europe, we provide a package tailored to suit your needs; study, work placement, accommodation, transport, transfers, insurance.
Work and Study packages are available for students studying at A Level or equivalent or higher. It is also suitable for Gap Year students and for university students or adults looking to improve their languages skills, even if it has been some time since they last studied languages formally.
Work placements are available from a range of business categories. Students state their preferences as part of their application and our Placement Coordinators match students to the available placements. Work and Study work placements take place in the afternoons / early evening depending on the sector.
The Work and Study programme runs every Monday to Friday throughout the year. Accommodation is available from Sunday to Saturday. Students can travel for a week, two weeks or longer. We are able to tailor packages to suit your requirements and the time you have available.
Location
Located in the southern region of the Costa Blanca in Spain, the city of Alicante is renowned for its warm welcome and picturesque beaches. Attracting over 3 million visitors annually, Alicante experiences hot summers and mild winters, making it a perfect destination throughout the year.
The city boasts a diverse array of attractions, including historic landmarks such as the Castilla de Santa Barbara which dates back to the 14th-century, and the charming Barrio de la Santa Cruz, an old town famous for its traditional fiestas.
Located in the heart of the city, the language school sits in a modern building with large windows close to Avenida De Óscar Esplá. The school is a 5-minute walk from the port and all shopping areas. It is 10 minutes’ walk from the railway station and only 20 minutes’ walk from El Postiguet beach . Inside the school, there are 24 classrooms, all equipped with digital whiteboards and TV systems. The facilities include a comfortable lounge for coffee breaks and a patio for relaxing between classes.
Language Course
The core course comprises 10 lessons which concentrate on learning and actively using Spanish. The tuition is very much practice oriented. You will participate in group sessions alongside other students of a similar level, with lessons focused on improving all aspects of the language; speaking listening, reading and writing. There are 4 classes per day and these take place during the mornings. This course is designed for students who wish to learn or improve their Spanish, meet new people and have some free time to participate in Spanish culture and life in Granada.
You have the choice to upgrade this language course to 20 lessons a week, you will complete 4 lessons of 45 minutes in the morning before your work placement.
You will be given a written assessment before you travel and a speaking assessment on the first morning before lessons in order to place you in the group most suited to your ability level. Classes have an international flavour and a lively feel because they are grouped by ability not nationality or age.
Accommodation
For students wanting to immerse themselves in the Spanish language and culture we recommend a stay in host accommodation with one of our carefully selected Spanish hosts. They not only introduce the Spanish way of life and help practise the Spanish language, but also give a taste of local and delicious regional specialities. Host accommodation is situated within 30 minutes’ journey time of the school. Half-board accommodation is provided (breakfast & evening meal) from the Sunday before the course starts to the Saturday after it finishes. Subject to availability, an extra day on one end of the trip may be available on request to facilitate flight dates.
Students aged 18 or older also have the option of staying in one of the school’s self catering shared apartments with other students from the language school, with communal bathroom and kitchen. Occupancy may range from one to four students, depending on the season.
Transfers
Arriving in Alicante is straightforward, and the regular C6 bus from the airport to Alicante’s city centre takes about 30 minutes. Bus routes and tram lines make travel within the city a breeze and connect to areas further away. We provide directions and all the details students need to use public transport.
Alternatively, private airport transfers can be arranged for a fee on request. Please note that there is a supplement for transfers between the hours of 10pm and 8am.
Availability
Language courses
Monday–Friday all year (closed over Christmas)
Accommodation
Sunday–Saturday
School closures
| Month | Closures |
|---|---|
| April | 18th |
| May | 1st |
| June | 24th |
| October | 13th |
| December | 8th |
Insurance
Travel and Medical Insurance is available as an optional extra with this package. For more details please see our Insurance page.
Weekly Programme
- 10 Core Spanish lessons per week (Mon – Fri)
- Extra 10 core lessons per week (Optional + surcharge)
- Work Placement (afternoons / evenings)
- Accommodation (Optional)
- Course Certificate
- 24/7 Emergency support from UK office
- Comprehensive, Travel, Health and Workplace Insurance
Longer stays
Students are welcome to book into the school for any number of weeks. We have prices for 1-4 weeks on our website. We are able to arrange any duration of stay at the language school. Contact us if you would like a package that we have not listed.
