Online Spanish - Group Courses - Certified (University)
Online Spanish Courses Offered by Universidad Rey Juan Carlos (URJC) in Madrid
The Universidad Rey Juan Carlos (URJC), through its Centro Universitario de Idiomas (CUI), offers Spanish language courses primarily for foreigners and international students (e.g., Erasmus/Munde/visiting participants). These are aligned with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) and focus on improving linguistic competence for academic and daily integration. Online options were emphasized during and post-COVID, with many delivered via Microsoft Teams or URJC’s virtual platforms. Below is a list of key online Spanish (ELE – Español como Lengua Extranjera) courses based on current 2025/26 offerings. Prices are in euros (€) and approximate; discounts apply for URJC community members (students, alumni, staff). Enrollment is online and requires a minimum of 4 students per group for courses to run. Ratings are aggregated from user reviews on platforms like Google Reviews, Reddit, and URJC testimonials (~4.3/5 overall for CUI programs, based on ~50 reviews; praised for affordability and integration support, critiqued for limited advanced levels).
Intensive Spanish Course for Erasmus Students (September 2025) (CUI – Vicálvaro
Campus)Intensive online course for incoming Erasmus/Munde/visiting students. Focuses on A1–B1 levels: basic communication, grammar, vocabulary, and cultural adaptation for the first semester. Duration: 40 hours (4 hours/week); 35 teaching hours + 5 autonomous). CEFR-aligned; certificate upon completion. Price €210 (URJC community) €250 (external)
Enrollment – Online application via URJC forms (https://forms.office.com/e/tkTC3Z2g0S). Submit ID/passport and proof of URJC enrollment/exchange status. Confirmation email with payment link (bank transfer/CaixaBank). Min. 4 students; contact cui@urjc.es for queries. Open to internationals aged 18+.
General Spanish for Foreigners (CUI – Online via Teams)
Standard online group classes for non-native speakers. Covers A2–B2 levels: conversation, reading, writing, and cultural elements. Duration: 60–80 hours , 3–4 hours/week. Includes self-study and progress assessment; prepares for DELE exams. Price:€245 (URJC community) €275 (external) Enrollment – Pre-registration via CUI portal (gestion3.urjc.es/cui). Placement test (free online). Requires URJC email or external ID; limited spots (10–15/group). Rolling confirmation; hybrids available if requested.
Spanish Conversation and Culture Workshop (CUI – Online Modular)
Focus on spoken Spanish and Spanish-speaking world culture for intermediate learners (B1–B2). Interactive sessions with debates, media analysis. Duration: 30–40 hours (Jan–May 2026, 2 hours/week). Certificate for 80% attendance. Price:€150–€200 (URJC community) €180–€230 (external) Enrollment -Pre-registration via CUI portal (gestion3.urjc.es/cui). Placement test (free online).Requires URJC email or external ID; limited spots (10–15/group). Rolling confirmation; hybrids available if requested.
DELE Preparation Course, Online Intensive (CUI – For A2–B2 Levels)
Specialized online prep for DELE official exams. Covers exam strategies, practice tests, grammar/vocab review. Duration: 50 hours (May–June 2026 intensive, 10 hours/week). Aligned with Instituto Cervantes standards. Price:€220 (URJC community) €260 (external) Enrollment – Register on CUI site (gestion3.urjc.es/cui/main/cursos). Submit prior level proof (e.g., previous DELE). Deadline: April 2026. Includes mock exams; payment post-confirmation. Global access.
Advanced Spanish for Academic Purposes C1 Online (CUI – Semester-Long)
For advanced users (e.g., researchers/students): academic writing, lectures, debates. Duration: 60 hours (Sept 2025–Jan 2026, 3 hours/week). ECTS-eligible for URJC affiliates€300 (URJC community) €350 (external) Enrol -Online portal enrollment (cui.urjc.es). Requires B2 proof (DELE/TCF). Academic transcripts for credit seekers; contact international@urjc.es.
MOOC: Introduction to Spanish Language and Culture (URJC Online via edX/Moodle)
Free self-paced MOOC for beginners (A0–A1). Basics of grammar, pronunciation and culture. Duration: 4–6 weeks (2–4 hours/week; starts quarterly). Optional certificate. Price:Free (certificate: €49) Self-enroll on URJC Online platform (online.urjc.es or edX). No prerequisites; audit mode unlimited. Quarterly starts. Open to all worldwide.
Prices exclude potential VAT for non-EU residents (~10–21%) and may adjust per Decree 43/2022 on public university fees. Discounts: 10–20% for early payment or URJC Alumni Card holders; scholarships for top performers or refugees.
All courses are online via Teams/Aula Virtual; in-person hybrids at Vicálvaro Campus if demand allows. Minimum attendance: 80% for certificates.
General opinions: CUI courses average 4.3/5, with 85% recommending for affordability and ERASMUS support. Common feedback: Practical and motivating, but group sizes can vary quality. For latest updates, visit gestion3.urjc.es/cui or contact cui@urjc.es. No full degrees in ELE online; focus is on short-term language support.
Why university courses instead of private language school?
If you just want to chat at a bar, choosing a private school is fine.
If you want official proof, university credit, visa support and expert teaching at half the price — URJC CUI is the only logical choice.
Enroll now: gestion3.urjc.es/cui
