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TYPES OF COURSES AND LEVELS

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La inscripción en cualquier curso general o especial ofertado por el Instituto Cervantes de Dublín puede realizarse:

Levels

The courses are offered at 6 levels, from A1 to C2, which are divided into 60-hour modules. The level divisions correspond to the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR). The CEFR aims to achieve greater uniformity and transparency among EU member states in the study of foreign languages. This serves to increase mobility among member countries, facilitate the mutual recognition of language certificates, and promote cooperation among educational institutions in different countries. The CEFR defines levels that assess linguistic ability in the areas of communicative competence, active and receptive skills, and language proficiency for specific purposes.

No prior knowledge of Spanish is required to enroll in A1.1-level courses. To enroll in courses at other levels, you must be a former student or pass the placement test.

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Breakthrough

A1-Level Spanish Courses: Breakthrough (120 hours)

The A1-level Spanish courses are divided as follows:

Two 60-hour courses:

A1.1 (60 hours)
A1.2 (60 hours)

Upon completing this level, students will be able to understand and use very common everyday expressions as well as simple phrases designed to meet immediate needs. They can introduce themselves and others, ask for and provide basic personal information about their address, their belongings, and the people they know. They can communicate at a basic level as long as the person they are speaking with speaks slowly and clearly and is willing to cooperate. Classes at this level are taught in Spanish, with very limited use of English.

Waystage

A2-Level Spanish Courses: Waystage (180 hours)

Students who have successfully completed the previous level or who have demonstrated prior knowledge through a placement test may enroll in the A2 level.

The A2-level Spanish courses are divided as follows:

Three 60-hour courses:

A2.1 (60 hours)
A2.2 (60 hours)
A2.3 (60 hours)

Upon completing this level, students are able to understand frequently used phrases and expressions related to areas of experience that are particularly relevant to them (basic information about themselves and their families, shopping, places of interest, occupations, etc.). They can communicate when carrying out simple, everyday tasks that require no more than simple and direct exchanges of information on familiar or routine matters. They can describe, in simple terms, aspects of their past and their surroundings, as well as matters related to their immediate needs.

Threshold

B1-Level Spanish Courses: Threshold (180 hours)

Students who have successfully completed the previous level or who have demonstrated prior knowledge through a placement test may enroll in the B1 level.

The B1-level Spanish courses are divided as follows:

Three 60-hour courses:

B1.1 (60 hours)
B1.2 (60 hours)
B1.3 (60 hours)

Upon completing this level, students are able to understand the main points of clear, standard-language texts on topics familiar to them, whether in work, study, or leisure situations. They can handle most situations that may arise while traveling in areas where the language is spoken. They are able to produce simple, coherent texts on topics that are familiar to them or in which they have a personal interest. They can describe experiences, events, wishes, and aspirations, as well as briefly justify their opinions or explain their plans.

Vantage

B2-Level Spanish Courses: Vantage (240 hours)

Students who have successfully completed the previous level or who have demonstrated prior knowledge through a placement test may enroll in the B2 level.

The B2-level Spanish courses are divided as follows:

Four 60-hour courses:

B2.1 (60 hours)
B2.2 (60 hours)
B2.3 (60 hours)
B2.4 (60 hours)

Upon completing this level, students are able to understand the main ideas of complex texts on both concrete and abstract topics, including technical texts, provided they fall within their field of specialization. They can interact with native speakers with a sufficient degree of fluency and naturalness so that communication is effortless for both parties. They can produce clear and detailed texts on a variety of topics, as well as defend a point of view on general issues by outlining the pros and cons of different options.

Effective Operational Proficiency

C1-Level Spanish Courses: Effective Operational Proficiency (240 hours)

Students who have successfully completed the previous level or who have demonstrated prior knowledge through a placement test may enroll in the C1 level. This level consists of 4 modules that can be taken in any order.

The C1-level Spanish courses are divided as follows:

Four 60-hour courses:

C1.1 (60 hours)
C1.2 (60 hours)
C1.3 (60 hours)
C1.4 (60 hours)

Upon completing this level, students are able to understand a wide variety of lengthy and somewhat demanding texts, as well as recognize implicit meanings within them. They can express themselves fluently and spontaneously without any obvious signs of struggling to find the right words. They can use the language flexibly and effectively for social, academic, and professional purposes. They can produce clear, well-structured, and detailed texts on topics of some complexity, demonstrating correct use of the mechanisms of text organization, articulation, and cohesion.

Mastery

C2-Level Spanish Courses: Mastery (240 hours)

Students who have successfully completed the previous level or who have demonstrated prior knowledge through a placement test may enroll in the C2 level. This level consists of 8 modules that can be taken in any order.

C2.1 (60 hours)
C2.2 (60 hours)
C2.3 (60 hours)
C2.4 (60 hours)

Upon completing this level, students have no difficulty understanding any type of spoken language, expressing themselves fluently, and conveying subtle nuances of meaning with precision. They learn to use idioms, set phrases, and colloquial expressions in speech. They are able to write clear, fluent texts in an appropriate style, as well as read with ease virtually all forms of written language.

PLACEMENT TEST

We recommend taking a placement test if the student has had any prior exposure to the language. Only those with prior knowledge of Spanish and those who have studied Spanish with us but have since stopped should take the placement test to determine the appropriate level for enrollment. Under no circumstances may the placement test be used to skip a level.

The oral test lasts about 20 minutes.

To sign up for the placement test, register here: placement test

The test results are valid only for enrollment purposes at the Instituto Cervantes to determine the level of students with prior knowledge of Spanish. They are not valid for certifying a student’s level of Spanish.

For more information, please contact: cenmni@cervantes.es

How can I sign up?

As a general rule, and unless otherwise specified, Cervantes Institute courses are intended for students over the age of 16.

Enrollment in a course is not final until payment has been made.

Payment of the enrollment fee for general courses also entitles you to the following services:
• A free four-month library card for the Instituto Cervantes Manila “Miguel Hernández” library, which provides access to its book collection and multimedia catalog, as well as to the entire Instituto Cervantes library network.

Registration for any general or special course offered by the Instituto Cervantes Manila can only be completed online through the Instituto Cervantes online store.

Number of students per class. The minimum number of students required to open a course is 5. The maximum number of students per group is 15. Enrollment in courses is on a first-come, first-served basis. Once the maximum number of students per class is reached, enrollment closes.
Student age. The minimum age required to attend our adult courses is 16 years of age, except in cases justified by academic criteria.
Selection of instructors and class placement. The selection of instructors and the placement of students in classes are the sole responsibility of the Instituto Cervantes. Classes at the Instituto Cervantes are occasionally used for teacher training. Student teachers may attend some sessions of in-person courses. In these cases, they will always be under the supervision of the course instructor.
Audio or Video Recording of Classes by Students. Recording classes in any digital format—whether audio or video—is prohibited.
Cancellation of a Class Session. In the event of unforeseeable circumstances or force majeure (sudden illness of the instructor, natural disasters, public transportation disruptions, etc.), the Instituto Cervantes may cancel the class and will schedule a make-up class. In such cases, the course end date may change. Students who are unable to attend the make-up class will not receive a refund for that session.
Course Change. Course changes will not be accepted after payment of the tuition fee, nor during the course itself. Only in cases where the Instituto Cervantes determines that the level of the course in which the student is enrolled does not match their proficiency level will a one-time change to a course of a different level with the same number of class hours be permitted. This change must be requested from the instructor during the first two weeks of class. No changes will be accepted after that time.
Issuance of Receipts. Receipts can only be issued in the name of the person making the enrollment payment. Receipts will only be issued in the name of a company when the company itself makes the payment.
Certificate of Course Completion. The certificate of attendance is free of charge. The certificate of course completion costs 200 PHP. The academic transcript listing all courses taken at the Instituto Cervantes in Manila costs 400 PHP. Students who wish to obtain this official certification are asked to contact the Academic Department via email at cenmni@cervantes.es or by phone at 09171863502 / 0917 133 8469.
Course Materials. The cost of teaching materials is not included in the tuition fee. Information about the teaching materials and how to purchase them is available on our website.
Teachers. All our teachers have the necessary training and experience in teaching Spanish; they are familiar with the latest technologies and apply the Cervantes Institute’s own methodology for teaching Spanish.
Breaks. In 60-minute sessions, a 5-minute break is scheduled (the timing and duration of the break will be agreed upon by the group and the teacher).
Course Assessment. Throughout the course, tests will be administered to monitor students’ learning progress (formative assessment). There is no final exam.

Discounts

Because we care about our students, we always strive to offer the best service at the lowest price.

The following general discounts apply:

Former students: IC Manila students who have already taken a course during the same academic year or earlier are eligible for a 5% discount when they re-enroll.
Personal circumstance: people with disabilities, 20%. (EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNT)
Personal circumstance: seniors, 20%. (EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNT)
Discount voucher: university students (UP, Ateneo), 5%.
Early payment: anyone who enrolls in one of our courses at least 7 days before the course begins is eligible for a 15% discount.

Conditions for the above discounts:
A former student is defined as anyone who has ever enrolled in a general or special course at the Instituto Cervantes in Manila and who re-enrolls in any of the general courses.

All these discounts are combinable up to a maximum of 20%. It is each student’s responsibility to request the discounts at the time of registration. Once registration has been processed, no discounts may be applied.