Spanish for Specific Purposes

Spanish for Specific Purposes

Spanish for Specific Purposes:

Spanish for Specific Purposes is a short-term program custom-designed around the specific needs, interests, and goals of each individual, group, or institution. Its purpose is to strengthen communication skills in Spanish in academic, professional, or discipline-specific settings, through content and activities tailored to the profile and language level of the participants.

The program combines the development of specialized vocabulary, communicative functions, and linguistic resources relevant to the field of interest with practical activities focused on using Spanish in situations and contexts specific to each field. Methodology and content are defined according to the objectives of the program and may include Spanish classes, workshops, applied activities, and cultural or professional experiences.

What Do Our Programs Include?

CEIE programs are designed according to the characteristics, objectives, and format of each experience. Depending on the type of program (individual, group, or institutional) and its specific requirements, they may include:Curriculum design tailored to the level, profile, and learning objectives of the participants.

  • Curriculum design tailored to the level, profile, and learning objectives of the participants.
  • Instructors specialized in teaching Spanish and, where applicable, in the subject area of the program.
  • Teaching materials selected or developed according to the course content and objectives.
  • Support and coordination throughout the program.
  • Cultural activities and immersion experiences, depending on the format and characteristics of the program.
  • Academic, professional, or cultural visits, when relevant to the objectives of the program.
  • Logistical support services, such as housing and transportation, for in-person programs that require them.
  • Certificate of participation or completion, depending on the characteristics of the program.

Program modalities

Personalized individual courses

A Spanish program designed around the level, goals, interests, and availability of each participant. Content and learning pace are adapted to their specific needs, allowing them to work on general language skills or to focus on academic, professional, or personal areas of interest.
Classes follow a communicative, personalized approach, combining the development of language skills with activities and materials selected specifically for each participant.
The program can be adapted in length, intensity, format, and content, and can be offered in person or online.

  • Duration: Flexible, based on program requirements.
  • Format: In person or online
  • Spanish level: Determined according to the goals and profile of the participant.
  • Campus: Santiago, Viña del Mar, or on-site, depending on the program.

Group programs for institutions

Custom-designed Spanish programs for universities, institutions, companies, and other groups, based on the profile of the participants and the academic, professional, or cultural objectives defined for each experience.
Programs may combine Spanish classes with specialized content, cultural activities, immersion experiences, and academic or professional visits, depending on the objectives and characteristics of the group. Curriculum design, length, intensity, and format are defined together with the requesting institution.
For in-person programs, CEIE can also coordinate complementary services and logistical support, such as housing, transportation, and on-the-ground support throughout the stay, according to the requirements of each program.

  • Duration: Flexible, based on program requirements.
  • Format: In person or online.
  • Spanish level: Determined according to the goals and profile of the participants.
  • Campus: Santiago, Viña del Mar, or on-site, depending on the program.