Do you speak Spanish? (¿Habla usted Español?) The answer could soon be a confident Yes (Sí) or No (Non), once you start taking Spanish language courses in Mumbai
If you wish to Learn Spanish in Mumbai, The city of dreams has an exciting and comprehensive range of Spanish Language Institutes to choose from. Choosing one can be a difficult task. So to help simplify your research for you, I’ve compiled here an easily accessible list of some of the best learning centres offering Spanish programs in Mumbai.
There are innumerable advantages of learning a foreign language especially Spanish. In an age of increasing globalization and interconnected world, The benefits of learning Spanish are infinite. If you’re not sure which Foreign Language to Learn, you can read Top 10 Foreign Languages in India.
Why Learn Spanish of all the languages? There are myriad reasons to learn Spanish in India. The specialized career in foreign languages and well-paying language jobs are the foremost motivators for any language learner and career options after learning Spanish is full of opportunities.
If you want to work or do business in the US, Central, and South America or really anywhere in the western hemisphere, Spanish needs to be one of your chosen localization languages. Spanish is also beneficial in a wide array of industries like Travel, Hospitality, KPO, BPO, MNC, IT, Export houses, educational institutions, just to name a few.
A) Top Universities and Colleges for Spanish in Mumbai
While I couldn’t list every Spanish language program out there, here I’ve narrowed down the best places that I think stand out from the crowd, offering quality teaching and impressive Spanish language learning experience in a friendly environment. You can enroll in one of these Spanish learning centres in Mumbai to get your skills up to scratch.
1. Mumbai University (Language, Linguistics and Literature)
Take your pick of Foreign language courses at Mumbai University. The Language, Linguistics and Literature centre through various departments offers a variety of UG, PG, Certificate, Diploma, Advanced Diploma courses in a wide array of foreign languages such as French, German, Russian, Japanese, Arabic, Persian, Chinese, Italian and Spanish.
A wide range of French, Spanish and Italian courses are offered by the Department of French. Currently, the department conducts the Spanish language program at three levels:
- One-year Certificate in Spanish (equivalent to DELE A1-A2)
- One-year Diploma in Spanish (equivalent to DELE A2-B1)
- One-year Advanced Diploma in Spanish (equivalent to DELE B1-B2)
Read — (i) Spanish Courses in JNU (ii) Delhi University Spanish Courses (iii) Spanish Courses in Pune University (iv) BHU Spanish program (v) Spanish Classes at Jamia (vi) Spanish Language at EFLU.
There are few more colleges where one can pursue Spanish language courses in Mumbai.
2. Amity University, Mumbai
Amity University is part of the Amity education group which operates private universities and other educational institutes in India as well in other parts of the world. Mumbai centre offers 3-year full-time B.A. (Hons.) in Spanish. Website – LINK
3. Shri Vile Parle Kelavani Mandal’s Institute of International Studies
The centre offers Certificate in Spanish (2 sessions of 1 ½ hour a week for 5 months). The eligibility criteria are 10+2. On completion of the course, a certificate will be issued by the SVKM’s Institute of International Studies. The course is delivered through 40 sessions of 90 minutes in the evenings/weekends with two batches a year starting in January and July. Website – LINK
4. Guru Nanak Khalsa College of Arts, Commerce & Science
The College is affiliated to the University of Mumbai and as of today, Guru Nanak Khalsa College of Arts, Commerce & Science Senior’ College offers Certificate courses in Spanish (CSL). Website – LINK
5. Ruia Foreign Language Centre
The college foreign language centre offers the Certificate course in Spanish (60 Hours). Website – LINK
B) Spanish Language Institutes in Mumbai
These are some of the popular and exclusive institutes only for the Spanish language in Mumbai with all the necessary details for you to join and thus learn Spanish. The specialized Spanish centres are usually better than institutes offering various courses. Choose the one that suits you the best.
1. Instituto Hispania
Instituto Hispania is one institute which has created a niche for itself in lieu of being one of the best Spanish language centres in Mumbai offering a varied range of Spanish classes. Started in 1997, Instituto Hispania in Mumbai has flourished in the region in no time. Being one of the oldest private Spanish language institutes in the country, It has done remarkably well in building up a brand for itself by imparting quality Spanish teaching in India. Headquartered in Delhi, it has two branches in Mumbai — Khar West and Thane – Mulund.
Their Spanish courses have seven levels and range from beginners (A1) to advanced (C2). The levels follow the guidelines set out by the CEFR, DELE, D.I.E., and SIELE. It is also one of the official SIELE centres in Mumbai. The Instituto Hispania in addition to being quite affordable, offer a range of subject material unrivalled by most other centres.
To ensure a stable level of quality and constant improvements, Instituto Hispania only hires experienced and native faculty, and always follow the best language teaching methodologies. The “Instituto Hispania” hands down is the best learning centre when it comes to learning Spanish in Mumbai.
Address : (i) 201, Makhija Royale, S.V Road, Khar West (ii) 415, Samarth Plaza, RRT Rd., Mulund West.
Contact : +91 – 9820745244, 9819299471
Email : [email protected]
Website : LINK
2. Academia De Español
Academia De Español is another institute with a diverse range of Spanish Language courses. They have three centres located at Andheri West, Bandra West, and Chembur East. Both the founder (Mr Dinesh and Ms Vidya Govindani) have been teaching Spanish for over 20 years in different parts of the world.
They have their own series of textbooks and a decent size library. All the programs are based on the CEFR and Spanish Language proficiency test ie. DELE Exam in India. The centre offers syllabus oriented Spanish courses Certificate (A1, A2), Intermediate (B1, B2) and Advanced (C1, C2). If you are looking for professional Spanish classes in Mumbai, this can be the second best choice after Instituto Hispania.
Website – Link
3. Hispanic Horizons
Hispanic Horizons is a Spanish language Institute based in Bandra West. Hispanic Horizons is the DELE Exam centre in Mumbai. It is also one of the SIELE Exam center in India, an accredited examination centre of the DIE Exams (Diploma Internacional de Español) by Fidescu as well as examination centre of the Chamber of Commerce of Madrid, Spain.
The centre offers 11 levels of general Spanish that cover the levels A1, A2.1, A2.2, B1.1, B1.2, B2.1, B2.2, C1.1, C1.2, C2.1, and C2.2. Each level has a duration of 70/80 hours. With an experienced and dedicated faculty, Hispanic Horizons is one of the most reputed centres for Spanish language courses in Mumbai.
Website – Link
4. La Escuela Española
La Escuela Española (The Spanish School) is located in the South Mumbai. The institute offers various Short-term Weekdays/Weekends Beginners and advanced courses for adults as well as for children (age group specific). They also have preparatory courses for DELE and every year they organize summer Camps (with options to travel to Spain).
Website – Link
C) Foreign Language Institutes in Mumbai offering Spanish
These are some of the leading foreign language institutes in Mumbai. These centres offer a variety of language courses including Spanish. Feel free to choose the Spanish classes and learning centre that suits you best.
1. Cambridge Institute
The Cambridge Institute of language studies is located in Andheri, with a branch in Kandivali and Ghatkopar. They teach over 6 European languages, including Spanish. Their courses are two to three months long, and they offer both weekdays and weekend batches. Cambridge Institute is an affiliated centre of FIDESCU. They also provide training for D.I.E. (Diploma Internacional de Español) which is a renowned international Spanish proficiency exam.
Website – Link
2. Excel Academy
Excel Academy is a foreign language institute offering various courses including Spanish. They have two centres Andheri and Malad in Mumbai. They offer few short-term / part-term Spanish classes at two of its centre.
Website – Link
3. Second Tongue
The Second Tongue is another foreign language learning centre located in Mumbai. They have two more branches, one at Ghatkopar East in Mumbai and second at Vashi in Navi Mumbai. The courses are divided into 4 broad levels: beginners, elementary, intermediate and advanced. The aim is to make you as proficient in the Spanish language you are learning so that you are at ease with it as your second tongue.
Website – Link
4. The American Institute Of Foreign Languages
The American Institute of Foreign Languages in Andheri takes Spanish classes for different levels. They have both weekday and weekend batches. The total duration of each level, for example, A1, is two months although weekend classes may take up to 2.5 months. The centre offers A1, A2, B1, B2, and customized Travellers crash course.
Website – Link
I hope this list of Spanish language courses in Mumbai ends up in making the right choice for you. If you are keen to pursue Spanish classes, you can get in touch with the respective educational institute for further information. If you have any question, you can always ask in the comment section below!
Read — (i) Spanish Courses in Delhi (ii) Spanish Courses in Noida (iii) Spanish Classes in Kolkata (iv) Spanish Courses in Pune (v) Spanish Institutes in Chennai (vi) Chinese Courses in Mumbai (vii) Spanish Centres in Hyderabad (viii) Spanish Classes through Embassy
9 comments
Hello sir,
Thanks for the wonderful article. I have just completed my 12th and want to learn Spanish. Which one is better between Instituto Hispania, Academia de Español and Hispanic Horizon? My aim is B2 level. Thanks
You can enroll in Instituto Hispania. It is the best Spanish Institute in Mumbai. ¡Buena suerta!
Hi! In case you wish to update, Academia de Espanol has a center in Bandra West as well! Great article!
Thanks Twinkle. Updated 🙂
Instituto Hispania is one of the most experienced and reputed Spanish institutes in Mumbai, founded by Spanish National – Laura Benito. A 22-year-old institute, it is accredited centre of FIDESCU and offers DIE and SIELE examinations. They have experienced faculty (both Native and Indian teachers) and were one of the first to design and develop their own study material suiting the linguistic needs of Indian students for various levels. Moreover, another institute in your list (Second Tongue) uses photocopies of Instituto Hispania’s study material to hand out to their students!
Amazing Article! Your Article is very informative and I felt quite interesting reading it. Thanks for posting such post.
I’m glad you liked it.
How can i apply?
Which course? In private Spanish Institutes, admission is done on the basis of first-come-first-served whereas in Universities, you can apply once in a year. Check MU dates for the same.