Alcalingua is the international language centre of Alcalá University. Its activities include different educational aspects: teaching language and culture, teachers training, Spanish for specific purposes, special programs for companies, Spanish for immigrants….
Alcalingua currently offers Spanish language courses and other foreign languages programs, including social aspects related to the countries where the languages taught are spoken.
The Centre is located in Alcalá de Henares, a town where history and modernity come together in a cosmopolitan atmosphere, just 30 minutes from Madrid by public transport.
Facilities
- Ten teaching classrooms with interactive whiteboards and audio and video equipment.
- A computer laboratory for students.
- Wi-fi throughout the building.
- Study and social areas equipped with appropriate furniture for students to meet in groups to chat or work.
- A Student Services area where students can obtain information and advice on the following: study management, accommodation, visas, extracurricular activities, help with consular services and help with banking procedures.
- In addition, students can use the other facilities at the University of Alcala: libraries, sports facilities, the fine arts room, the music room and the theatre and film hall, among others.
Research
Alcalingua is engaged in technological and methodological research and updating through European collaboration programmes, participation with state institutions and with the University of Alcala.
We are also involved in a constant process of developing and digitising new materials to improve the quality of teaching and transmit Spanish language and culture to students, wherever they are.
Quality certification
Alcalingua holds an award for commitment to Tourist Quality.
