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  Learn Portuguese at CIAL Language immersion school in Porto city, portugal

Portuguese Program Overview:
AZ Porto

In Porto our partner Portuguese language school is AZ Porto. Founded 15 years ago, this Portuguese language school is considered to be one of the best quality language schools in Portugal. Over the years, AZ Porto has received students from around the world who have come to study and learn Portuguese at a great language school.

Today this Portuguese language is very centrally located in Porto. We feel that the building is perfectly suited for individuals who want to study and learn Portuguese. After Portuguese classes, students will find that virtually all sites of interest within Porto are just a short distance away.

This Portuguese language school offers both group and private language instruction. Students of any level of Portuguese proficiency can participate in these language programs. Most students will participate in the general Portuguese language programs. However if a student needs to cover a specialized topic this Portuguese language school can arrange an appropriate program. The most popular language programs offered by the Portuguese language school are the group programs. Those students that want something more intensive, have a short time period in which to study, or simply need to cover a specialized topic can take private language classes. Whichever type of course you decide to take, the language programs offered by the Portuguese language school will allow you to study and learn Portuguese in a fast and efficient manner.

A critical part of the Portuguese language program in Porto relates to the cultural and excursion component. The language school offers or helps to arrange a variety of activities that allows our Portuguese language students to discover Porto and the surrounding area. Each week students have the opportunity to participate in the activities offered by the language school.

Students looking for a great Portuguese language school and an interesting city should consider studying and learning Portuguese at AZ Porto.

Why Learn Portuguese In Porto?
  • Porto has a very different feel from Lisbon.
  • Close by Porto, one has the chance to visit numerous traditional towns and villages.
  • To the north and to the south of Porto stretch some beautiful beach areas.
  • Due to the small size of Portugal, most sites of interest within the country are within just a few hours from Porto.
  • This region is world renowned for the production of Port Wine.
  • Outside of Porto one has the chance to explore some excellent port producing wineries.
  • Though smaller than Lisbon, Porto has enough bars, nightclubs, and theaters to keep anyone busy.
  • Porto is an excellent city to spend time walking around and exploring.
  • Getting in and out of Porto by plane is very easy.
  • Spain is very easy to get to.
Learn Portuguese: Program Options

Standard Group Portuguese Courses: 4 Portuguese classes per day with no more that 6 students in a class. Students of any level of Portuguese proficiency can participate in this particular Portuguese course. This Portuguese course will make use of a variety of exercises and activities that are designed to allow students to quickly learn Portuguese.

Intensive Group Portuguese Courses: If you want a more intensive Portuguese language course, this is a great option. It is similar in structure to the Standard Group Portuguese Course. The only differences are that you will receive 6 Portuguese classes per day AND this particular Portuguese language course is only offered between June and September.

Combined Portuguese Course: If you really want to learn Portuguese as quickly as possible, the consider taking the Combined Course. With this option you will take the Standard Portuguese Course in the morning followed by 1 to 3 private lessons. The individual Portuguese courses can be used to cover either general or specialized Portuguese language topics.

Extra Options:

Private Portuguese Instruction: For individuals who want the most intensive type of Portuguese courses available. Students can choose to study 4 or 6 Portuguese lessons per day. Students can study general or specialized topics as they relate to Portuguese. For those who need to learn Portuguese in a short time period, this is your best option.

What's Included WIth Your Portuguese Course?
  • Private room with host family.
  • 2 meals per day with host family.
  • Access to phone, and fax service (some not free).
  • You will find that it is easiest to use one of the many cyber cafes in the city.
  • Books, handouts, etc.
  • Cultural activities
Start Dates & Holidays

Non-beginners can start any Monday of the year.

Private Instruction can start on any Monday of the year.

Beginners must start on the following dates:

Start Dates
Holidays:
Start Dates
Holidays:
January
7
1
July
7
-
February
4
5
August
4
15
March
3 31
21
September
1 29
-
April
7
25
October
6
5
May
5
1 22
November
3
1
June
2 30
10 24
December
7
1 8 25

Extras
  • Weekend excursions
  • Airport pickup
 

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