Italian Language for Beginners

When & Where

6 March 2025 - 3 April 2025 ( 10 hours, 5 weeks )
Afternoon, Thursday
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North Kensington Centre

Quick Facts

Availability Yes
Tutor Loredana Parisella
Course Code K24HSSA01A
Suitable For 19 year olds and up are permitted on this course

What you will learn

Embark on a linguistic journey with our five-week short course, "Italian Language for Beginners." Designed for those with little to no background in Italian, this course provides a solid foundation in essential vocabulary, grammar, and conversational skills. Engage in interactive lessons that include speaking practice, listening exercises, and cultural insights to enhance your learning experience. The aim of the course is for learners to be able to communicate greetings, introduce yourself, navigate some simple everyday situations, and appreciate the rich cultural tapestry of Italy. Whether for travel, personal enrichment, or the start of a longer study, this course will set you on the path to speaking Italian with confidence.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

Basic Italian Vocabulary Acquisition
Foundational Grammar Understanding
Conversational Skills Development.
Cultural Awareness

Cost

Full fee

£110

Concession fee

£85

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Class format and activities

This is an in-class learning. There will be exercises in pairs, in threes, small groups and the large group. There will also be tutor input and handouts provided. Towards the end of the course, you will complete practical/written work that is relevant to your learning and suited to your level of study.

Entry requirements

No previous qualification or experience required. This is an introductory unaccredited course equivalent to Level 1. Participants are asked to come willing to draw on their own experiences and be open to the diverse views, perspectives and experience of other students. You will need to be a fluent speaker of English, be able to listen and respond to others and take part in discussions. To be considered for the next level you have to be willing to complete a comprehensive piece of coursework and read recommended texts.

What you need to know before you enrol

This is a course for beginners. A good command of written and spoken English will benefit you in order to take part in class discussions and complete written tasks.

What you need

Laptop/tablet/iPad with a fast and reliable internet connection. You will need to download MS Teams in order to join your class and access learning materials. There are no other costs, but you will require a notepad and pen if you wish to take notes