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Proyecto Peru Centre

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Course description

The standard individual course is for students who want to maximize their language learning practice one-on-one during their stay in Cusco, Peru. The courses focus heavily on speaking, communication skills, and grammar. These lessons provide the opportunity to learn the local culture and customs. The classes stress the use of language in everyday situations. Textbooks and a variety of other materials are used in instruction, including role-playing, newspapers, magazines and other materials. It is 20 hours per week.

Course topics

Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary, Grammar and Activities

Class schedule

Course duration
1-52 weeks
Start dates
Every Monday
Classes per week
20 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 60 min)
School holidays
09 Dec 2024 and 25 Dec 2024

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

All levels, beginner to advanced
You will take a placement test before your arrival in Cusco to determine your class level.

Class size

Maximum 4 students

Student age

Age range 12 years old and older

Certificate

A certificate of completion will be issued at the end of the course.
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School description

Proyecto Peru is located in the heart of Cusco, Peru, just a few blocks from Plaza de Armas, the main center. The school's location makes it ideal for students to be within walking distance to popular restaurants, museums, historical churches and ruins, nightlife, and among other things where our teachers also take their students to learn the local culture. Proyecto Peru has free wifi, international exchange books, free tea and coffee, and a student lounge. The school offers a weekly social and leisure activities to invite students to get to know other students and a tandem corner to practice their Spanish with a local student.

Year opened
2005
Number of classrooms
10

Facilities

  • Library
  • Social Activities
  • Cultural Trips
  • TV Room
  • Eating Area
  • Free Internet
  • Wireless Internet
  • Studying Area

Teacher qualifications

Native Spanish speakers
All
Teachers with Spanish teaching certification
Over 50%
Teachers with college degrees
Over 50%

University partners

Proyecto Peru has partnerships with the following universities and colleges in Peru. You can gain full or conditional acceptance into one of these institutions.

Northeastern University
Universidad Albert Einstein
Windesheim

Nationality and age mix

The nationality and age mix at Proyecto Peru Centre varies over different time periods, courses and levels.

Proyecto Peru teaches students from all over the world, including:

USA
35%
Netherlands
12%
Belgium
6%
Canada
6%
Denmark
6%
Germany
6%
Australia
5%
Other
24%

School holidays

Open dates
Year round
School holidays
09 Dec 2024 and 25 Dec 2024

School location

Proyecto Peru is located in the heart of Cusco, Peru, just a few blocks from Plaza de Armas, the main center. The school's location makes it ideal for students to be within walking distance to popular restaurants, museums, historical churches and ruins, nightlife, and among other things. Proyecto Peru has free wifi, international exchange books, free tea and coffee, and a student lounge. The school offers weekly social and leisure activities to invite students to get to know other students and a tandem corner to practice their Spanish with a local student.

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Housing

Proyecto Peru offers the following housing types:
homestay

Homestay - Single-person room - Breakfast, lunch, and dinner - airport pickup

NZ$ 260
weekly
Location: In the city center of Cusco
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner (21 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen, wireless internet, free internet, hardwood, and 24/7 supervision
Distance to school: 5 - 20 minutes by bus
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
NZ$ 260
Homestays are carefully selected and offer students the opportunity to learn more about the local Peruvian culture in a comfortable setting while studying Spanish in Cusco, Peru. These homes are often between 20-25 minutes away from the school by walking and approximately 5-10 minutes by public transport. Families usually offer affordable meal plans that allow you to sample the local cuisine. If you have special requests or diet restrictions (because of religion or health reasons), please let us know in advance. Students can arrive at their homestay families anytime as long as Proyecto Peru is informed of their arrival information.
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Visa support

We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.

Your letter of acceptance will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you.

Flights and airport transfer

Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to Cusco based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Travel insurance

Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.

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