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Advanced TEFL Course: Seville, Spain
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About Spain |
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Spain is not the second most visited country in the world for nothing - Spain's attractions are matchless. But how you enjoy your trip will depend very much on where you decide to take it, for Spain is not a single, homogeneous country, but many countries in one.
Spain is one of the world's most seductive countries: a land of infinite variety that beckons people back again and again, and a place where there is always something new and unexpected to be discovered. Visitors can experience the Spaniards' passion for partying. Snack on tapas as you skip from bar to bar, before heading off to enjoy Spain's infamous nightlife. Then revitalise the senses - Spain's cultural heritage brims with flamenco, painting, opera, literature, sport, bullfighting and flamboyant, colourful fiestas.
Spain's beaches are famous. Sun, sea and sand are the foundations on which Spain's tourist industry was built and absorb the bulk of the fifty-odd million visitors it receives annually. The Mediterranean costas need no introduction, the country's other coastlines, its Atlantic coast north of Portugal, the Costa de la Luz in the Bay of Cadiz, and its Cantabrian Costa Verde, green coast, are yet to be discovered by international mass tourism.
But it isn't just Spain's natural landscape that inspires. The cities, too, are bursting with fine architecture and culture, and are famous for their ability to show visitors a good time. Its cities, towns and villages are fascinating, from great historical cities like Toledo or Granada to the bustle of modern Barcelona, or the white villages of Andalusia. Spain is a treasure chest of unforgettable scenery and experiences.
Spain, the third largest country in Europe, covers the greater part of the Iberian Peninsula . Besides the mainland peninsula, Spanish possessions include the Mediterranean Balearic Islands, the Canary Archipelago (in the Atlantic off the coast of Africa) and the Moroccan coastal enclaves of Ceuta and Melilla. Its southernmost point faces Morocco across the Strait of Gibraltar, making Spain a bridge between continents.
Spain is soaked in the historical pageantry of empire and conquistadors and has a fantastic artistic legacy in the shape of painters like Goya, Picasso, Dali and Velazquez. Don Quijote by Cervantes is one of the world's greatest works of fiction.
Spain is one of the world's most seductive countries: a land of infinite variety that seems to get under people's skin, and a place where there is always something new and unexpected to be discovered.
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About Seville |
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Orange trees, Muslim monuments, Bullfights, Flamenco, Tapas - all are synonymous with Seville. Capital of Southern Spain, it is one of the country's most exciting cities. Stylish, lively and sun-kissed, it is full of narrow streets, small plazas and beautiful parks and gardens. Seville became a great city in Muslim times and grew into one of the wealthiest cities in Europe during the 16th century when it was an important trading post.
Throughout the year, Seville holds many exciting and atmospheric festivals and events, and these celebrations are particularly enjoyable for visitors.
With a subtropical climate and an average on more than 300 days sunshine, the coastline near to Seville has many wonderful beaches and has become a popular place to relax, particularly in and around the beach resorts of the Costa del Sol along its southern reaches. The rural mountain villages of the Sierra Nevada range further inland offer some perfect walking trails.
Seville certainly is one of the most beloved places of visitors to Spain. Although today, Moorish influence is architectonically most evident, Andalusia was occupied by Moors for about 800 years - it has been a cultural centre since long before. Due to the fertility of this land and its climate, Phoenicians and Carthaginians settled here. Later came the Romans, in fact two of their emperors, Trajan and Hadrian, were born here.
Also, Seville was the home of some of the most famous and infamous figures of history. The legendary "Don Juan" started out from here to conquer the hearts of women across all Europe, while Columbus started from a port close to Seville to discover a new world. Prosper Merimée's "Carmen", who couldn't make her decision between the officer Don José and the bullfighter Escamillo - the consequences you can watch still today in opera houses - was a worker in Seville's old tobacco factory. By the way, this factory serves today as a University.
When you visit this city, you are in the very heart of Andalusian culture, the centre of bullfighting and Flamenco music. Give yourself time to take life easy, as Andalusians do, and interrupt sightseeing from time to time to have a few "tapas" and a glass of Sherry in one of probably thousands of bars in this city.
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The TEFL School |
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Moderating Body: Trinity College, London
Certificate: Trinity Cert.TESOL
Affiliations: Trinity College London, EuroTEFL, The World TEFL School (WTS)
Our approved centre in Seville offers the most prestigious Trinity London teacher training qualification: the Trinity CertTESOL.
We have a team of experienced trainers committed to providing a supportive educational atmosphere with an emphasis on individual attention. All our are conveniently situated in the centre of their respective cities and have excellent facilities and resources. All materials, course books and photocopying are provided and are included in the course fees to facilitate a problem-free experience while learning to teach English abroad.
Our school is centrally located, in one of the most typical and lively of Seville's neighborhoods, only 100 metres from the world famous cathedral, with a pleasant 150m2 roof terrace with a view of the ‘Giralda' and just 200 metres from City Hall.
The school is equipped with computers (with internet access for trainees' use), video and cassette players and has a well stocked resource room with EFL course books and materials to help with creating your own interesting and entertaining teaching materials.
All graduates receive a full, ongoing, lifetime job guidance service, thus ensuring their short or long term TEFL future. The Center’s staff is committed to providing their students with the best assistance possible for as long as needed.
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You will gain all of the essential skills needed to start your new career as an English teacher. You will learn how to plan lessons, how to engage your class, tips for keeping discipline, and ideas for teaching grammar, vocabulary, speaking, listening, reading, writing and much more.
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You will learn how to teach all levels (children, adults, beginners, advanced, business) giving you multiple employment options.
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You will receive at least 6 hours of observed Teaching Practice with local students to build your confidence and 120 hours of classroom instruction.
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Get paid to travel around the world for life and have fun doing it!
Click Here For Course Summary and Overview
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Accommodation |
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Following acceptance of your enrolment application, our local TEFL school will assist you in arranging suitable accommodation that is within your budget. You are assured that accommodation booked through the school will be clean, comfortable and secure. Alternatively, you are free to arrange your own accommodation for the duration of your course.
A shared apartment or a homestay in Seville costs around €390-500 per month depending on number of bedrooms location etc.
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Getting Here & Visas |
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Air
If you are travelling from the UK RyanAir offer ridiculously low fares, often just a few pounds, and daily flights to Jerez which is 95Km from Seville. From Jerez to Seville takes 1 hour by train (16 per day ) and costs €5.85 (£4.10 $7.50). It is also possible to get cheap flights to Malaga or Alicante, both only a short bus journey away.
British Airways and Iberian Airlines offer scheduled direct flights to Seville a return flight can be booked for around €130 (£90 $165).
If you are travelling from another location the best option is probably to fly to Madrid and take one of the 6 flights a day which cost approximately €100 (£70 $130) and take 1 hour.
The High Speed Train link with Madrid, a mere two and a half hour journey, is an other option. There are 21 trains a day and costs from €60 (£42 $77). There are reductions on Spanish trains for young people under 26. Slower trains are available and are about 15% cheaper.
Visas
Australian, Canadian, Japanese, New Zealand citizens, and US are among those who may enter as tourists without a visa and stay up to 90 days. EU passport holders can come and go as they please. Nationals of other countries must obtain a visa to enter. Passport valid for 6 months required by all visitors.
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Basic Living Costs |
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Health & Safety |
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The Form E111 is no longer valid. UK Passport holders should obtain a European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) before leaving the UK. The EHIC is available free of charge through most UK post offices or through the UK Department of Health via their website at: www.dh.gov.uk or by telephoning 0800 555 7777 and obtaining their leaflet "Health Advice for Travellers". The EHIC is not a substitute for medical and travel insurance, but entitles you to emergency medical treatment on the same terms as Spanish nationals. You will not be covered for medical repatriation, on-going medical treatment or treatment of a non-urgent nature.
All travellers are advised to take out comprehensive travel & health insurance cover.
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General |
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Like most countries the possession of all recreational drugs in Spain is illegal. However the Spanish authorities take the matter of drugs very seriously and the possession of even small quantities can lead to imprisonment.
In particular, the authorities in Palma de Mallorca and Ibiza are likely to prosecute anyone caught taking or carrying drugs in clubs or other public places. The Madrid City, the Balearics and Canary Islands Regional Governments have banned, other than in registered street cafes and bars, the consumption of alcohol in the street. Failure to respect this law may result in the imposition of fines. |
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Prices & Dates |
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Disclaimer: |
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We've tried to make the information on this web site as accurate as possible, but it is provided 'as is' and we accept no responsibility for any loss, injury or inconvenience sustained by anyone resulting from this information. You should verify critical information (like visas, health and safety, customs and transportation) with the relevant authorities before you travel.
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