LEARN SPANISH IN MANILA

WHY STUDY SPANISH

Sun, joy, good food, culture, sports, tradition, friendliness, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Do you need more reasons to learn Spanish? How about these seven?

There are more than 630 million potential Spanish speakers worldwide.
By 2025, the community of native Spanish speakers will exceed 500 million for the first time, reaching 520 million.
Spanish allows you to travel to more than 20 Spanish-speaking countries and discover the richness of their cinema, literature, music, architecture, and the immense variety of their cuisine.
According to the British Council’s report “Languages for the Future,” Spanish is the most essential foreign language across all fields. It is the easiest to learn, and speaking it will also open the door to other Romance languages.
Of the G-20—the group of 20 industrialized and emerging countries—four speak Spanish, making our common language an indispensable tool in the business world.
Spanish is the second most widely used language on the Internet, on social media, and on the official websites of international organizations, second only to English.
Spain is the European country with the greatest biological diversity, ranks second in the world for the number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and is the third most-visited country by foreign tourists globally.

If you want to fully enjoy your trip, if you want to open a new door in your life to a whole new world, you know what to do—you have to learn Spanish! The language of the Camino de Santiago, of Cervantes, of Lorca, of Borges, Cortázar, García Márquez, Octavio Paz, Vargas Llosa...

But if you’re still not sure, don’t hesitate—call us at 09171863502, or email us at cenmni@cervantes.es, and we’ll answer all your questions.

And now that you know you need to learn Spanish, do you know why the Instituto Cervantes is the best place to do it?

The Instituto Cervantes is the only center of its kind officially established and approved by the Spanish government. It is the world’s largest organization dedicated to teaching Spanish. It has a presence in more than 100 cities across 52 countries.
We offer Spanish classes at an affordable price, courses for specific purposes such as DELE exam preparation, conversation and advanced Spanish, online Spanish courses línea (AVE Global), and teacher training.
Classes are taught by highly qualified native-speaking teachers.
We offer a wide variety of courses in the morning, afternoon, evening, and on Saturdays. We also offer private lessons and in-company training.
Classes are organized in small groups of 5 to 15 students to ensure they have ample opportunities to practice their spoken Spanish.
Thanks to our commitment to promoting the Spanish language, at the Instituto Cervantes you’ll have free access to lectures, concerts, film screenings, exhibitions, plays, and much more.
Our students receive a free library card, which grants access to a wide collection of books, magazines, comics, movies, and music from Spain and Latin America.
The Instituto Cervantes in Manila is ideally located in downtown Makati, and our facilities are accessible to people with limited mobility.

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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Beginner

A1-Level Spanish Courses: Beginner (120 hours)

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 dealing with 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.

Advanced

C1-Level Spanish Courses: Advanced (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 implied meanings within them. They can express themselves fluently and spontaneously without any obvious effort 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.

Proficiency

C2-Level Spanish Courses: 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 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.

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.

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