Will I receive an official Italian language certificate?
The Italian Academy is a centre for CILS (Certificazione di Italiano come lingua Straniera – Certification of Italian as a foreign language) and DITALS (Certificazione di Competenza in [...]
What teaching method is used?
Our courses are based on the communicative approach to language teaching. The four language skills: speaking, listening, writing and reading are practised in the lessons with emphasis placed on [...]
How will I be allocated to my class?
To study at the right level is essential to ensure language development and rapid progress. Testing and assessment is carried out on the first Monday morning after students’ arrival. All new [...]
How is progress assessed?
Students’ progress is closely monitored thoughout their stay; teachers give daily feedback to our Director of Studies and present a written report on each student weekly. Regular progress tests [...]
Can I start the course on any Monday?
Yes, we have courses at all levels starting every Monday when, after initial testing, students are allocated to their appropriate group.
Are the courses available all year round?
All our courses run throughout the year; the programme of excursions and activities varies depending on the season, with specifically chosen summer and winter activities.
How much progress can I expect to make?
The level of Italian fluency achieved through our courses depends on the initial level of each student and the amount of time spent with us. Being based on the communicative method, the “gold [...]