Semi-intensive Spanish courses
Part-time Spanish lessons in small groups
Semi-intensive Spanish courses are designed for students who want to learn Spanish in a small group but cannot follow a full intensive course every day. They are especially useful for people already living in Spain, including expats, Erasmus students, interns, au pairs, digital nomads and people working or studying during the week.
These courses include 4 to 10 group lessons per week, depending on the course type and destination. You study with students at a similar Spanish level and work on practical language skills such as speaking, grammar, vocabulary, listening, reading and writing.
Because the weekly lesson load is lower than in an intensive course, students are expected to keep practising Spanish outside the classroom. This makes semi-intensive courses a good option for students who already use Spanish in daily life, at work, at university or in social situations.
Intensive 10
Level: Min. A1 levelThe Intensive 10 is a small-group Spanish course with 10 lessons per week. It is designed for students who want a lighter schedule than an intensive course, while still following a structured group program.
In many cases, students in the Intensive 10 follow part of the Intensive 20 course. This means you study with students at a similar level, but with fewer weekly lessons. Because you take fewer lessons than the full intensive group, regular self-study outside class is important to keep up with the pace of the course.
The Intensive 10 is suitable for students who already have at least a lower elementary level of Spanish. If you are an absolute beginner, we recommend choosing an intensive course, a combination course or individual lessons.
Classes generally take place in the morning. Depending on the season and destination, classes may take place in the afternoon.
Conversation 10
Level: Minimum A1 levelThe Conversation 10 course focuses on speaking practice and fluency in a small group. It includes 10 group lessons per week, usually 2 lessons per day from Monday to Friday.
The course is designed for students who want to become more confident using Spanish in everyday situations. The focus is mainly on conversation rather than learning new grammar, so students may sometimes work with classmates from slightly different Spanish levels.
Because this course is conversation-focused, students need at least a lower elementary level of Spanish. If you are an absolute beginner, we recommend choosing a course that also covers the main foundations of the language, such as an intensive course, combination course or individual lessons.
Classes can take place in the morning or afternoon, depending on the destination, season and timetable.
Intensive 8
Level: minimum A1 levelThe Intensive 8 is a flexible small-group Spanish course for students who are living, working, interning or studying in Barcelona. It includes 8 lessons per week and gives students more flexibility in the days they attend.
For example, students may take 4 lessons on two days per week, or 2 lessons per day across several days, depending on the available timetable. In many cases, students follow part of the Intensive 20 course, so regular self-study outside class is important to keep up with the group.
This course is especially suitable for university students, Erasmus students, au pairs, interns and people working in Barcelona who already use Spanish outside their lessons.
Extensive 4
Level: for all levelsThe Extensive 4 is a part-time evening Spanish course with 4 group lessons per week. It is designed for students who want to improve their Spanish alongside work, studies, an internship or daily life in Spain.
In Barcelona and Madrid, the Extensive 4 is the main evening Spanish course. It is especially suitable for expats, Erasmus students, digital nomads, au pairs, interns and international residents who live, work or study in the city and want to learn Spanish outside regular daytime course hours.
In Barcelona , the course consists of 2 lessons twice per week, usually on Monday and Wednesday or Tuesday and Thursday, from 19:00 to 20:50. In Madrid, the course also consists of 2 lessons twice per week, usually on Monday and Wednesday or Tuesday and Thursday, with timetable options from 18:20 to 20:00 or 20:00 to 21:40. In both cities, students can book per trimester, for 12, 24 or 36 weeks, with start dates in January, April and September.
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In Valencia, the Extensive 4 works differently. Students can normally choose more flexible lesson days, for example 4 lessons on one day or 2 lessons on two different days. Timetables are available between 9:00 and 18:00, depending on level and availability.
The course covers the main language skills: speaking, grammar, vocabulary, listening, reading and writing. The teaching approach is communicative, helping students improve accuracy and confidence while continuing to practise Spanish outside the classroom.
Frequently asked questions FAQ
Most Linguaschools courses start on Monday and end on Friday. Starting in the middle of the week is usually not possible for group courses.
Most courses start every Monday throughout the year. If Monday is an official holiday and the school is closed, the course will usually start on Tuesday.
Absolute beginners have fixed start dates. Some special courses, such as exam preparation courses or extensive evening courses, may also have specific start dates. Customised individual lessons can often start on other weekdays, depending on teacher availability.
The exact start time of your first lesson will be shown on your personal page no later than 5 days before your course starts.
Depending on the destination, level, course type and season, lessons may start in the morning or afternoon. In many destinations, morning lessons start between 7:30 and 9:30, but timetables can vary.
Linguaschools schools welcome students of different Spanish levels throughout the year, so we can usually place students in a suitable group.
In the exceptional case that you are the only student at your level, you will receive a reduced number of private lessons instead of group lessons. This gives you individual teacher attention while keeping the course focused on your level and learning needs.
Group Spanish lessons usually take place in the morning or afternoon, depending on the destination, level, course type and season.
As a general indication, group lessons may take place between 9:00 and 14:00 or between 14:00 and 19:00. Timetables vary by destination and may change during busy periods.
Your confirmed timetable will be shown on your personal page before arrival.
Please contact the school reception or student support team if you think your group level is not right for you.
The school will discuss your situation with your teacher or academic coordinator and explain the available options. If another group is more suitable and available, a level change may be possible.
Linguaschools students come from many different countries, ages and backgrounds. In our general group courses, most students are adults with different study goals, from short-stay language travellers to long-term students, university pathway students, exam-preparation students, expats, digital nomads and international residents.
The student profile can vary by destination, course type and time of year. In Spain, there may be a higher proportion of younger adult students during the summer months.
You can check the student statistics on each destination page for more specific information.
Yes. On the last day of your course, you will receive a certificate showing the course dates, the number of lessons attended and the Spanish level of the course you followed.
A minimum attendance of 80% is required to receive the certificate.