Learn Italian in Italy
Location
Italy: Bologna, Florence, Milan and 9 other cities
Description
Present in more than 40 countries throughout the world, the language travel organization ESL organises high-quality study programmes abroad. In fact, we allow you to learn 20 languages in total immersion. A wide choice of destinations offers you the opportunity to choose the best environment according to your priorities and wishes.
Our programmes include general language courses, preparation courses for official language exams, work experience placements and voluntary work, paid jobs, as well as courses with a professional aim. We even have special packages for the over 50's. Our experienced team offers you a free, personalised and tailor-made advice service. Our language travel organisation, ESL, takes care of your study plans abroad from A to Z. The world is your oyster, we are the connection.
There is an Italian mystery, and this not only lies in the age-old recipe for pasta with gorgonzola nor that of various antipasti. How did a former empire, which occupied two-thirds of the known world by force of its terrifying armies only two thousand years ago, become the uncontested kingdom of the Dolce Vita?
It is enough to visit the theatres, thermal baths and stadiums of Rome to understand that the ancient culture was also based around knowing how to live well. Since its earliest days, in fact since the time when the Etruscans laid the foundations of a new civilisations on seven hills, Italy has alwys welcomed empire builders who know how to enjoy life's pleasures. Is it something to do with the climate? Yes, but it's also about a faith in beauty which the Italians possess. How else could the miracle that is Florence which, during the Renaissance inherited all of the architectural delights of the era, be possible? It is also subject to a real competition of elegance with other cities, with Venice in the lead. Milan, too, the Holy See of the fashion world, has largely carried the torch. Italy has developed around these multiple centres, where, each time, you find dfferent desires, particular accents. The cuisine, for example, varies considerably from North to South, each area having its own specialties. Enjoy the wide-open spaces of Tuscany, where mild sunshine caresses the vineyards. Or escape to the southern coast, where volcanic soil fertilises the olive trees. Italy is a rich mosaic of sensations.
Courses we offer in our language schools in Italy:
* Standard course
* Intensive course
* Intensive course in a mini-group
* Combined course
* Course and work experience placement
* CILS certificate training course (optional)
* Preparation for CILS exams
* Optional courses (photography, Italian cinematography, Roman archaeology, Italian opera history)
* Art History course
Highlights
We have language schools in 12 destinations:
Bologna
You will study Italian in the heart of Bologna, in the via Castiglione, only a stone's throw away from the famous Garisenda and Asinelli towers and the Plazza Maggiore. Our partner school is housed in the magnificent 17th Century Tadeo Pepoli Palace building. The school contains 10 classrooms which are air-conditioned and well-equipped. A computer room with 12 computer posts and Wi-Fi Internet connection allows you to access the Internet free of charge, and a large student lounge is the place to relax between classes, to chat with friends and organise the next party.
Florence
* Eurocentres
Our partner school is the oldest language school recognised by the State in Florence. It is housed in a 17th century Renaissance-style building, in the very heart of the old town, close to the Ponte Vecchio and only a stone's throw away from the Piazza dei Pitti. Surrounded by restaurants and bars, and located in a typical district, the historic building of the school, renovated in 1992, has 11 well-equipped classrooms, a multimedia learning centre, a student lounge with a drinks vending machine and a WiFi connection. The school also has a nice balcony where students can relax under the sun which projects a distinctive light that one only sees in Tuscany.
* Linguaviva
Located in a quiet street, right by the central station and a few minutes from the historic centre of the city, our Italian language school in Florence occupies a three-storey building dating from the 19th century. Offering optimal conditions for learning Italian, the Linguaviva school has 17 comfortable, air conditioned classrooms equipped with audio and video material. The language school also offers free Internet access. For relaxing during breaks or after your Italian lessons, you can enjoy the school's garden, unless you would prefer to head for the centre of Florence, which is just a few minutes' walk away.
Milan
Located in the city centre, in a very fashionable street in the business district, the school can be easily reached by metro. Located in a charming art nouveau style building, the school has an interior garden to enjoy between classes. It offers 18 well-equipped classrooms, several small individual rooms, a social room on every floor and free Internet access. In order to enhance our students' interest in the language, the school has chosen a modern teaching technique that emphasises oral expression, helping you to master the language needed in everyday situations.
Posada
Welcome to Sardinia, this rare land in the middle of the Mediterranean Sea, with a nature full of contrasts and a civilisation that still holds the memory of its past. Respectfully called the "Island of Silence", Sardinia will surprise you with its granite and calcareous stones sculpted by the waves and the wind, its ancient forests and its calm sea. Sardinians are as sturdy and noble as the nature that surrounds them. This island is a model of the symbiosis between man and nature, making it a land of unwavering beauty.
Rome
* Torre Di Babele
Torre di Babele, our partner school, is situated at the centre of historic Rome, in an elegant district in Art Nouveau style, shaded and surrounded by parks including the famous 'Villa Torlonia' park. Just a stone's throw away you will find the 'La Sapienza' University and the student district of 'San Lorenzo', famous for its liveliness both during the day and at night.
* International House - Dilit
The school has 30 years of experience in Italian language courses and is officially recognized by the Italian Ministry of Education. It offers Italian language courses for international students and a teacher training programme. It is near Rome's Termini railway station, allowing you to visit any area easily. The school is located in a four storey building with 11 light and spacious classrooms and has a great view over the trees and the beautiful surrounding buildings.
Salerno
It is at the heart of historic Salerno where you will study Italian. Accademia Italiana, our partner school, is situated in Via Roma, one of the busiest streets in the town. It is housed in the Palazzo Angrisani, a magnificent old building facing out onto the sea, and offers all of the facilities and comfort necessary for learning Italian.
San Remo
Our partner school is situated in the town centre of Sanremo, close to the historical district and only a few metres away from the sea. It is worth noting that the famous Italian writer, Italo Calvino, studied within the very walls of the building of the present language school.
Siena
It is in the heart of Siena where you will study Italian, only 10 minutes from the famous Piazza del Campo. With its high ceilings, elegant archways and natural light, our partner school offers the ideal setting for your studies. The school has 20 classrooms, a study room with a library and multimedia material and computers with free Internet access.
Syracuse
Known as the largest city of the Hellenic world outside of Athens, Syracuse keeps prestigious remains of its history in the magnificent collections of its archaeological museums. The capital of the Syracuse province in the south-east of Sicily embodies the island's cultural and architectural richness. Syracuse is twofold, with its expanding modern part and the old Syracuse located on the island of Ortygia, which is classed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Syracuse is an incredible place to go to learn Italian, with its dream setting,its architectural monuments, azure blue sea and Sicilian culture.
Taormina
The school is located at the heart of the town, in an historical 19th century building, only 10 minutes away from the famous Piazza del Campo. Its terrace offers a splendid view over Naxos Bay and Mount Etna as well as over the town of Taormina. The classes (in small groups or one-to-one) take place in air-conditioned classrooms. The school offers free Internet and WiFi access and a large study room with a library, TV and audio-visual material.
Tropea
Located just ten minutes from the beach, the school is in the heart of Tropea in a beautiful three-storeyed traditional house, with a big terrace overlooking the sea. You will enjoy a high quality and varied programme given by qualified teachers. Courses are structured in small groups (maximum 6 students per class), which is an ideal context for making rapid progress with grammar and spoken expression.
Venice
Study Italian at the heart of La Serenissima (Venice)...on the right bank, in the Dorsoduro district, only a stone's throw away from the charming Campo Santa Margherita square. Our partner school is housed in a magnificent historical building. The staff are welcoming and the 7 classrooms are bright and comfortable.
We offer ESL Quality:
* A wide range of destinations & renowned schools to choose from
* Selection of the best language schools
* Professional personal consultancy service
* Lowest prices guaranteed
* Free administration and enrollment
* More than 10 years of experience
* ESL Accreditations