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D.E.L.E. Preparation Courses
DELE stands for Diploma de Español como Lengua Extranjera, or "Spanish as a Foreign Language Diploma". It is the only certificate for non-native Spanish speakers that is officially recognized by the Spanish Ministry of Education, Culture and Sport. This diploma is of great international value for those who are going to study at a Spanish University and who want to work, or are going to work in a Spanish speaking environment. We advise everyone taking a long term Spanish course to take the DELE examination.
You can follow the DELE preparation courses for the Certificado Inicial (CIE), Diploma Intermedio (DIE) and the most advanced Diploma Superior (DSE) at all the don Quijote schools.Up to today, a very high percentage of our students have succeeded. This does not guarantee that you will successfully pass the official DELE exam, as this always depends upon various circumstances. However, we do guarantee you the high quality of these courses.
You will enjoy a friendly atmosphere
The place and time of the course are fully harmonized with the examination dates established by the Ministry of Education, Culture and Sport. Because of the practical advantages most students take the examination in Spain, although it is also possible to take the examination outside Spain. The examination fees are set each year by the Ministry, Instituto Cervantes and each examination center. The deadline for enrollment is usually one month before the examination date. Examinations are held 3 times a year: May, August and November. Students who wish to enroll for the examination can contact the Spanish Embassy, Consulate, Instituto Cervantes or our offices.
| 2 weeks 40 classes | 3 weeks 60 classes | 4 weeks 80 classes | |
|---|---|---|---|
| C.I.E. Certificado Inicial de Español | 358€ | - | - |
| D.I.E. Diploma Intermedio de Español | 358€ | 537€ | 716€ |
| D.S.E. Diploma Superior de Español | - | 615€ | 815€ |
| 2 weeks 40 classes | 3 weeks 60 classes | 4 weeks 80 classes | |
|---|---|---|---|
| C.I.E. Certificado Inicial de Español | $390 | - | - |
| D.I.E. Diploma Intermedio de Español | - | $585 | $780 |
| D.S.E. Diploma Superior de Español | - | $700 | $935 |
Since examinations are in May, August and November: classes begin 2, 3 or 4 before exams.
Dates for 2009 DELE examinations in Spain:
May 15, Aug 21 and Nov 13.
DELE DIE: 2, 3 or 4 Weeks; For Guanajuato, only 3 or 4 weeks
DELE DSE: 2, 3 or 4 Weeks
DELE DSE: maximum of 12 students per group
DELE DIE: B2 (intermediate)
DELE DSE: C1 (advanced)
