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Location
Ronda
The views alone
that can be seen from the city of Ronda are a must for any world traveller. Upon
arriving you will find yourself among a cultural and artistic diversity unlike
any other, all to be found in one of the most fascinating regions of Spain and
Europe.
Ronda enjoys
incredible geographic advantages, situated between the capital city of Seville
and the sunny Costa del Sol. You can be in a large city or on the beach within
an hour and a half, yet live in a temperate mountain climate immersed in the
rich historical traditions and the warm hospitality of a town of only 40.000
inhabitants, an ideal place to experience the Spanish language and culture.
Whether you are
passing through the old cobble-stoned neighbourhoods, by mansions still boasting
the family's original coat of arms, by impressive churches and through narrow,
winding streets, or visiting ancient Roman archaeological sites like Acinipo
nearby, studying in Ronda you will be submerged in the history and rhythm of
Spanish life.
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School
The University of Malaga, PIEE centre is located in a ancient Moorish house
rebuilt in the 2005 for lodging the University of Malaga headquarter in the
town. PIEE (International
Programme of Spanish Studies) was established by the University of Malaga
especially for international students as a satellite of its main campus, in the
stunning 'Pueblo Blanco (white town) of Ronda. A world famous location for it
beauty and scenery, PIEE specializes in academic courses for International
studies in small group classes.
It consists of 14 classrooms, library, multimedia room, conference room and
several patios and terraces.
Accrediting
body:
PIEE is the
International Programme of Spanish Studies for the University of Malaga, which
is a fully accredited university in Spain.
Best Time to
come Best Time To Go
Summer programs are especially popular. A fantastic time to come to Ronda is the
Spring semester
The weather, even if cold in February becomes mild from April and compare with
the coast and due to the location of the town in the mountains, it is very dry
(cold or hot).
The most famous month for visiting Ronda is September, due to Ronda celebrates
its annual festivities coming people from all over the world. In the past, these
festivities attracted to people as Hemingway, Orson Welles or Robert de Niro.
At the same time, June and July are very demanded because the University of
Malaga organized at the same time some summer courses for Spanish students in
Ronda and they concentrate more than 2000 Spanish university students in the
town on those months with the associated cultural life and great night life in
the evenings/nights.
Academic Programs Programs and
Prices:
SPRING:
A: Spanish
language and Conversation February 1 to
May 29th: $3895 USD
All levels (see below)
Includes tuition, accommodation with Spanish host family (17 weeks) and two
meals per day
B: Spanish
Culture and Civilization February
1 to May 18th: $3325 USD
All levels (see below)
includes tuition, accommodation with Spanish host family (16 weeks) and two
meals per day
C: Spanish
for Business + Internship February 1 to May 18th: $5085 USD with internship;
$4043 without internship
(Intermediate and Advanced levels only)
includes tuition, accommodation with Spanish host family (16 weeks) and two
meals per day +internship in Ronda
D:
Spanish for Business + Internship + Madrid February 1: $7200 USD with
internship; $4043 without internship
(Advanced levels only)
includes tuition, accommodation with Spanish host family Ronda (16 weeks)
and Madrid (7 weeks) and two meals per day +internship in Ronda
SUMMER
A: Summer I
Spanish language and Conversation June 4 June 29 $985 USD
All levels (see below)
Includes tuition, accommodation with Spanish host family and two meals per
day
B: Summer
II Spanish language and Conversation June 4 to July 27 $1940 USD
All levels (see below)
Includes tuition, accommodation with Spanish host family and two meals per
day
C: Summer III Spanish language and Conversation July 2 to July 27 $985
USD
All levels (see below)
Includes tuition, accommodation with Spanish host family and two meals per
day
D: Spanish for Health Sciences June 4 to July 27 $2055 USD
Intermediate and Advanced levels only
Includes tuition, accommodation with Spanish host family (8 weeks) and two meals
per day
FALL
A:
Spanish language and
Conversation September 3 to December 21 $4084 USD
All levels (see below)
Includes tuition, accommodation with Spanish host family (16 weeks) and two
meals per day
B: Spanish
Culture and Civilization September 3 to December 21: $3500 USD
All levels (see below)
includes tuition, accommodation with Spanish host family (17 weeks) and two
meals per day
The Spanish Programs
are composed of a Grammar Language course and a Writing and conversation Course.
This benefits the students by providing them with the most appropriate
instruction for their learning needs.
Courses
Available
20 contact hour per week.
ESPA 100 (Elementary Spanish language I)
ESPA 101 (Elementary Spanish language II)
ESPA 102 (Basic Spanish language I)
ESPA 103 (Basic Spanish language II)
ESPA 104 (Intermediate Spanish language I)
ESPA 105 (Intermediate Spanish language II)
ESPA 106 (Superior Spanish language I)
ESPA 107 (Superior Spanish language II)
ESPA 108 (Advanced Spanish language I)
ESPA 109 (Advanced Spanish language II)
CES 110 (Elementary
Spanish writing and conversation I )
CES 111 (Elementary
Spanish writing and conversation II )
CES 112 (Basic
Spanish writing and conversation I )
CES 113 (Basic
Spanish writing and conversation II )
CES 114 (Intermediate
Spanish writing and conversation I )
CES 115 (Intermediate
Spanish writing and conversation II )
CES 116 (Superior
Spanish writing and conversation I )
CES 117 (Superior
Spanish writing and conversation II )
CES 118 (Advanced
Spanish writing and conversation I )
CES 119 (Advanced
Spanish writing and conversation II )
SPANBUS B2
(Intermediate Spanish for business)
SPANBUS C1 (Advanced Spanish for business)
ESPA 301
(Advanced Health Sciences)
Services Summary
Language taught:
Spanish
Class Times:
from 9.00 through 14.00
Average Class Size:
7
students
Maximum Class Size:
11
students
Nearest Airport:
Airport Málaga
Airport transfer
Malaga,
direct bus, or 1 hour 20 minutes by car, also possible with a shuttle (100
euros).
From Madrid (4 hour high speed train) 56 Euros. Departs twice daily,.
Location
Type
Town
in the mountains, surrounded by 3 natural parks but close to the beach
at the same time, just 45km from Marbella. Approx, 50.000 inhabitants
Public
Transport
not needed,
everything in walking distance.
Buildings
Historical
building
Snack Bar
/ Canteen
Many eating places nearby.
Student Study Room
Yes
Common
Room / Lounge
Yes
Disabled
Access
Not
yet
Garden /
Terrace
Yes
Library
Yes
Newspapers
/ Magazines
Yes
Message
Service
Yes
Computers
Yes
Internet
Access
Yes
- Free to our students. WIFI wireless
Course
Materials
not included
in the course price
Student Nationalities
Americans
30% Scandinavia 20% German 10% British 10% Czech 5% Rest 25%
Holidays:
Jan 24th, Feb 28th , Apr5th-6th, May 1st,August
15th, September 7th, Nov 1st, Dec 6th-7th,
24th-2nd
Activities Available
Excursions to nearby cities like Seville, Grenada, Cordoba or Morocco
trekking horse back riding ,canyoning,
Accommodation
Accommodation
Summary – list options
Option 1: Spanish host families single room
Option 2: Shared apartment (single or double room)
Option 3: Individual apartments
Full
details:
Option 1:
Spanish Families
Spanish families:
Living with
Spanish families is one of the best housing options you can choose if
you really want to learn Spanish. With
a family, you will be able to continue practising the language after class and
they will make you feel as if you were one of the family.
The
University of Malaga PIEE has been working for several years with a group of
families accustomed to receiving international students into their homes.
Usually, if you live with a family, you will have a private room with a study
table and a wardrobe. To live with a Spanish family you will have to bring your
own towels; you will need nothing more.
Option 2
and 3:
Shared or Individual Apartment
The
option of living in an apartment allows you to have more independence.
The
apartments are situated in the center of the city, a maximum of 15 minutes
walking from the language centre. They are fully furnished with a washing
machine, television and bed linens. We do recommend, though, that you bring your
own towels for personal use. There is no phone or internet connection at the
apartments.
This
is an ideal option for living with students from other nationalities and getting
to know other cultures, although you do have the option to live alone. The
quoted prices include the cost of utilities. The only cost not included is gas,
which will most likely cost about 9.00 euros per person/month.
Students living in apartments will also have to pay a deposit of 150.00 € which
will be refunded at the end of their stay, provided that the apartment has been
well kept.
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