University Access – “Selectividad” Preparation
Datoer og Priser 2008

The “Selectividad” is the competitive entry examination that an overseas student must pass if they want to study for an undergraduate degree at university in Spain.

The examination takes place in June and again, for those who failed first time, in September.

The examination is at about the same level as the other European examinations taken immediately prior to university, such as A-levels, Abitur, Baccalaureat etc. We prepare students for the Humanities Selectividad and the students are examined in their knowledge of Spanish culture and history within a European and world-wide context.

A high level of Spanish is essential. A knowledge of one of the following European languages is also required: English, German, Italian, French or Portuguese. You must also have completed your high school career in your own country with a reasonable result.

Selectividad Preparation Course

This begins in January and for the first 10 weeks you follow the Hispanic Studies programme but with 3 special tutorials per week to give you guidance in the extra work you should be doing. During the subsequent 12 weeks you follow an intensive and specific Examination preparation course where the teaching will focus on the requirements of the examination.

We prepare our students specifically in the following subjects:

• Advanced Spanish
• Contemporary history
• History of Art
• Spanish Literature

The Selectividad is, of course, a challenging examination for an overseas student. However it is by no means impossible and if a good student is prepared to dedicate him/herself to the work there should be a reasonable chance of success.

Students who pass the Selectividad then have the right to study at university in Spain. An undergraduate degree course is usually for 5 years and you apply to your preferred universities after passing the Selectividad.

Science “Selectividad”, post-graduate courses …..

If you are interested in studying science-related subjects at university, or want information on any other university or non-university training in Spain, please ask – perhaps we will be able to help you.

Course Facts

Total duration	22 weeks
Minimum enrolment	22 weeks
Number of lessons	4 lessons per day plus 3 tutorials per week for the first 10 weeks.
Entry level	Having completed Malaca Instituto level Advanced 2 (old D1)
Content	As per Hispanic Studies Term II for the first 10 weeks plus 12 weeks of specific examination preparation.
Maximum in class	15 students
Min. age	17/18 years (you must be 18 during the calendar year you wish to start university)
Class times	10.30 - 14.30
	(Subject to variation)
Examinations/ Certificates	The purpose of the course is to prepare for the Selectividad and you will receive official notification of your result. You will receive Certificates for the Malaca Instituto internal examinations that you pass and a Certificate of Attendance.