Sarah joined Doricu with no prior knowledge of Spanish. She had always wanted to learn the language but found traditional classroom settings intimidating. Our online beginner course provided the flexibility she needed to study around her full-time job in Manchester.

The 4-month programme started with pronunciation fundamentals and basic sentence structures. Sarah completed 60 lessons covering present tense verbs, question formation, and common expressions for daily situations. Interactive exercises helped her memorise 800 essential words naturally. Weekly video calls with her tutor built her confidence in speaking.

By the end of the course, Sarah could introduce herself, discuss her hobbies, make plans with friends, and handle basic transactions. During her trip to Barcelona, she successfully ordered meals in Spanish, asked for directions, and engaged in simple conversations with locals. Her colleagues noticed her enthusiasm and ability to communicate with Spanish-speaking clients.

James had studied Spanish at school but hadn't used it for years. He enrolled in our intermediate course to revive his skills for his role in Birmingham's international trade sector. His goal was to understand business conversations and communicate with Spanish-speaking partners without relying on translators.

The 6-month programme focused on expanding vocabulary beyond everyday topics. James studied past and future tenses, conditional structures, and subjunctive mood. He completed 80 lessons covering politics, economics, culture, and social issues. Listening exercises included podcasts, news broadcasts, and interviews at natural speed. Writing tasks ranged from informal messages to formal business letters.

Progress was measured through monthly assessments. James improved his reading comprehension from 60% to 85% accuracy. His speaking fluency increased significantly—he could now express opinions, make suggestions, and discuss hypothetical situations. By the end, he confidently participated in video conferences with Spanish colleagues and understood complex email correspondence without difficulty.

Emma from Leeds was already proficient in Spanish but wanted to reach professional translator level. She needed to refine her grammar, expand her vocabulary to specialised fields, and develop the cultural knowledge necessary for accurate interpretation. Our advanced course provided the rigorous training she required.

Over 8 months, Emma studied Spanish literature, analysed complex texts, and discussed philosophical concepts. She learned regional variations, idiomatic expressions, and formal register appropriate for academic and professional contexts. The course included translation exercises from English to Spanish and vice versa, focusing on maintaining meaning and tone across languages.

Weekly debate sessions challenged Emma to argue positions on controversial topics, requiring spontaneous use of advanced structures. She mastered all subjunctive tenses, passive voice, and indirect speech. Her vocabulary expanded to include legal, medical, and technical terminology. By completion, Emma could interpret live conversations and translate documents with accuracy matching professional standards.

Michael from Edinburgh works for a technology company expanding into Mexico and Argentina. He needed Spanish specifically for business contexts—presentations, negotiations, and client meetings. General language courses wouldn't provide the specialised vocabulary and cultural awareness his role demanded.

Our business Spanish course ran for 5 months with lessons tailored to corporate environments. Michael learned formal communication styles, negotiation techniques, and presentation skills in Spanish. He studied business vocabulary covering finance, marketing, operations, and human resources. Cultural modules explained business etiquette differences across Spanish-speaking countries, including appropriate greetings, meeting protocols, and decision-making styles.

Role-play exercises simulated real business scenarios: conducting job interviews, resolving conflicts, and closing deals. Michael practised writing professional emails, reports, and proposals. By the end, he confidently led video conferences with Latin American partners, understood contracts without translation assistance, and built stronger relationships with Spanish-speaking clients through direct communication.

Rachel from Bristol received a job offer in Madrid with only 10 weeks to prepare. She had never studied Spanish and needed to reach a functional level quickly. Our intensive beginner course provided the accelerated learning path she required, with daily lessons and focused objectives.

The programme compressed standard beginner content into an intensive schedule. Rachel studied 90 minutes daily, covering essential grammar, survival vocabulary, and pronunciation. Lessons prioritised practical situations: shopping, using transport, finding accommodation, and workplace basics. Audio exercises trained her ear to Spanish sounds and rhythms.

By week 10, Rachel had completed material equivalent to 6 months of standard study. She reached A2 level with solid foundations in present and past tenses, question formation, and common expressions. Upon arriving in Madrid, she could navigate the metro system, order food, make appointments, and handle basic workplace conversations. Her rapid progress gave her confidence to continue learning independently in Spain.

David from Glasgow needed the DELE B2 certificate for university admission in Spain. This internationally recognised exam requires strong skills across reading, writing, listening, and speaking. He had intermediate Spanish but lacked exam technique and confidence under test conditions.

Our 3-month DELE preparation course focused specifically on exam requirements. David completed 40 full practice tests under timed conditions, learning to manage time effectively and identify question patterns. Lessons covered exam strategies: scanning texts for key information, structuring written responses, and organising oral presentations.

Weekly mock exams tracked David's progress and identified weak areas. His tutor provided detailed feedback on written tasks and oral responses. Special attention went to the speaking section, where David practised describing images, role-playing situations, and discussing abstract topics. On exam day, David felt prepared and confident. He passed all four sections with scores above 75%, exceeding the 60% requirement.