Learn Portuguese in Algarve

Posted on November 28, 2008 
Filed Under Culture

It’s true, you can visit or live in the Algarve and get by without speaking much Portuguese since most Algarvians are very accommodating and speak English.

But if you’re looking for an opportunity to learn one of the world’s most spoken languages during your visit to the Algarve or if you’re moving down to the Algarve, then here are two good options to get you started.

Cial Language Center
Located in Faro, Algarve, Cial is a respected Portuguese language school that provides intensive Portuguese classes at all levels, with a complete cultural experience.

They are very flexible when it comes to planning your class schedule and you can even organize group or individual classes.

Downside: a bit pricey, one week goes for around €250. Discounts are also available.

Universidade de Algarve
Another good option to learning Portuguese in the Algarve, is at the Universidade de Algarve, where classes run yearly from February to May and October to January.

You can enroll in different levels depending on your level of Portuguese. There are 50 hours each level, 2 weekly sessions of 2 hours. Tuition fees is €275 which includes learning materials and certificate.

If you’re looking to take Portuguese courses outside Faro, please check with different local municipalities as in some cities, Portuguese classes are thought to expads for free. We’ll be sure to update this page with more information as we learn more about classes in the region.

Update: For those looking to learn on their own time, I’ve found www.learningportuguese.co.uk a great source of information.

Comments

4 Responses to “Learn Portuguese in Algarve”

  1. Pedro Alfarroba on December 10th, 2008 6:14 pm

    CLCC - Centro de Línguas, Cultura e Comunicação at Portimão, since 1993, offers a large range of courses, including the Portuguese Courses, several levels, 32 lessons courses or intensive courses (3 weeks).

    http://www.clcc.pt

  2. Mary on December 11th, 2008 11:31 am

    Check out your local school. The quality of the class varies but it is free and runs all year.

  3. Pedro Alfarroba on December 16th, 2008 1:53 pm

    CLCC’s new dates for January and February:
    http://clcc.pt/clcc_en/

  4. Mafalda on September 14th, 2009 3:17 pm

    Hi,

    I’m offering pt lessons in the Almancil area in case anyone is interested.
    Regards,
    Mafalda
    portuguese-lessons@sapo.pt

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