Pathway Program – University Access Preparation in Spain
Comprehensive preparation program for international students seeking access to Spanish universities through the PCE entrance examinations.
About the Pathway Program
The Pathway Program is a comprehensive academic preparation program designed for international students who wish to access Spanish universities through the Specific Competence Tests (PCE).
Cervantes Escuela Internacional is a center accredited by the Cervantes Institute with over 40 years of experience. The program is delivered in collaboration with an official UNED-approved center specialized in university entrance examination preparation.
The objective of the program is to provide students with the linguistic, academic and strategic preparation necessary to successfully pass the PCE exams and meet Spanish university entry requirements.
Who is this for?
Future University Students
International students planning to enroll in Spanish higher education
PCE Candidates
Students who must take the Specific Competence Tests (PCE)
Long-Term Academic Preparation
Learners seeking a structured 42-week academic pathway
Multilingual Academic Support
Students requiring guidance in Spanish, French, English or Arabic
What’s Included
A structured 42-week academic program combining Spanish language development and official PCE preparation.
Spanish Language Course
- 20 lessons per week
- Books and educational materials included
- Continuous monitoring of Spanish level
- Certificate of attendance and official Spanish course transcript (Cervantes Institute accredited center)
Academic Skills Development
- Academic writing and comprehension
- Study techniques and exam strategy
- Preparation for university-level academic demands
PCE Preparation Program
- Preparation courses covering 5–6 subjects from the Selectividad/PCE exams
- Guidance and selection of subjects to prepare
- Preparation materials specifically for the PCE exams
- Weekly mock examinations for different PCE subjects
Official Certification
- Certificate of attendance and transcript for the PCE preparation course
- Provided by a UNED-accredited center
How the Program Works
Structured Academic Path
The Pathway Program runs for a total of 35 weeks:
- 15 weeks of Intensive Spanish course
- 20 weeks of PCE preparation
- 7 weeks of holidays distributed throughout the program
Students follow a structured academic calendar designed to progressively build linguistic competence and exam readiness.
Academic Guidance & Support
Throughout the program, students receive personalised academic guidance, including subject selection and strategic exam preparation.
Academic support is available in Spanish, French, English and Arabic to ensure clarity and academic progress.
What our students say
Start Date – 2026
The Pathway Program has one fixed annual intake:
Due to the structured nature of the program, students must begin on the official start date.
PROGRAM FEE – 2026
The following fee applies to the full 42-week Pathway Program 2026 (including scheduled holiday periods).
€4100
The program fee includes:
- 15 weeks of Intensive Spanish (20 lessons per week)
- 20 weeks of official PCE preparation
- Educational materials
- Weekly mock exams
- Academic guidance
- Official certificates
Course books (€100) are not included in the program fee.
Accommodation is optional and priced separately.
Start Your University Studies in Spain with Official Preparation
Contact our academic team to receive personalised information about admission requirements and enrollment procedures for the Pathway Program.
Response within 24 hours. No obligation.