The Istituto Michelangelo is a school of Italian language for foreigners / international students conveniently located in Florence in Tuscany, Northern Italy. The school is open all year round and Italian language courses are offered on six levels, according to the student's knowledge of Italian. Besides these, the school also offers history of art, applied art courses, Italian culture courses, Italian cooking courses, as well as organising free-time activities, such as city visits and out-of-town excursions. Accommodation is offered in families, flats and studios.

Visits to museums, participation in concerts, excursions in Tuscany and to other art towns in Italy, showings of films, towns of cultural and artistic interest conferences about Italian culture, dinners in restaurants, meetings with Italian students, visits to markets, and evening entertainment are organised by the school staff, who, besides teaching, give special attention to student ‘get-togethers’.

- Intensive Italian language courses, six levels, from beginner to diploma
- Specialisation course in Italian language
- Italian course for business
- Italian course for the tourist industry
- Italian history of art course
- Italian cooking course
- Painting and Drawing course
- Fresco course
- Sculpture and ceramics course
- Mosaic course
- Digital and analog photography course

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2. Scuola Leonardo da Vinci Milan

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The SCUOLA LEONARDO DA VINCI was founded in 1977 and is located in the historical centers of Florence, Rome, Milan and Siena. It ranks among the best known language Institutes in Italy and can offer you 30 years experience in teaching Italian in Italy.

The Scuola Leonardo da Vinci in Milan was opened in January 2005. It is located in the historic centre of Milan, in a modern building a few minutes’ walk from Piazza del Duomo. The district is known for its liveliness and style, destination of foodies – thanks to countless restaurants to suit every budget –, lovers of culture attracted by theatres, bookshops, shops and two of the most important universities of the city: Università Statale and Bocconi.

The style of our school is the same as that of Milan: Italian passion and creativity mixed with the particular Milanese focus on service quality. Our space is characterized by a youthful, functional and friendly design; the 12 classrooms are well equipped with modern audio-video systems and a high-speed Wi-Fi network.

The school pays great attention to ecology and uses recycled materials, encourages sorting of waste and has an air-conditioning system with a low environmental impact.

- Intensive Course with 4 lessons/day
- Intensive Course with 6 lessons/day
- Intensive Plus Courses with 4 lessons in a standard course. Plus 1 or 2 private tutorials, each day
- Long-Term Courses with 4 lessons per day (minimum 12 weeks)
- Academic School Year (min. 32 weeks)
- Courses for Musical Specialization
- Sabbatical Year with 4 lessons per day (minimum 48 weeks)
- Italian Language and Culture Course "La Dolce Vita" for Seniors (duration 1 week)
- Private Tuition
- Exam Preparation Courses for Diploma AIL-Exams, CILS and CELI
- Part-Time Courses in the evening

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3. Centro Tiberius International, Rimini

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Tiberius International born in 1994 from the idea of Monica and Donatella, that used to work in other schools of Italian Language for foreigners.

The philosophy of Tiberius focus on
familiar atmosphere, that will bring the students into the real Italian life style, through the direct contact with the Tiberius staff and teachers.
We welcome students from all over the world, from several different Nations.

From young students, to managers, from lovers of the language to teachers, our school can meets many requirements.

The school propose 6 different level of tuition from absolute beginner to master, following the EU Council.

Tiberius has been recognised by Italian Ministry of Public Education, CSN for Sweden, Bildungsurlaub for Germany.
Ditals certification University for foreigners Siena.

Courses:

standard group course,
general course + opera,
general course + art and culture,
general course + business,
general course + conversation,
general course + grammar,
general course + italian cooking,
mini-group courses,
MINI COURSE CONVERSATION AND GRAMMAR (2 HOURS A DAY)

MINI COURSE WRITTEN EXPRESSION,

COOKING LESSONS (MAX 3 STUDENTS) private lessons,
courses of refreshment for teachers, courses for over '50,
preparation for University examinations,

MINI COURSE GRAMMAR,
BANKING LANGUAGE

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4. Mariposa

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Mariposa is a high quality Italian language school offering tailored Italian language courses to students worldwide, from the age of 14 years upwards. Our small language school is located in Castiadas, a village on the south-east coast of Sardinia (one of the most beautiful islands in the Mediterranean Sea), approximately 35 km east of Cagliari. Mariposa is also just a short distance away from Castiadas's main sandy beaches and the mountains.

We have Italian courses for adults and teenagers at various levels including specialist courses, as well as holiday / vacation packages for individuals and families. Choose from a range of diverse courses in groups or private lessons. We offer quality teaching with flexible study options.

The relaxed Mediterranean environment in Castiadas complements the friendly atmosphere you will find when learning Italian at our school. Our classes are small so individual attention is guaranteed. The extracurricular programmes guarantee that the learning process continues outside the classroom.

Castiadas is a 50 min drive from Cagliari. Cagliari is easily accessible via Cagliari international airport which welcomes flights from around the world.

Year-round Italian language courses for all levels from beginner to advanced (Age 14 years +):

- General Italian language classes (20 hours / week)

- General Italian language classes plus cookery course (25 hours / week)

- General Italian language classes plus Italian & Sardinian culture course: Minimum level - intermediate (20 hours / week)

- Business Italian language classes: Minimum level - intermediate (20 hours / week)

- Homestay program

- Holiday / vacation packages for individuals & families

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5. Scuola Dante Alighieri, Marche region of Central Italy

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Come and study Italian in the very heart of Italy! Scuola di Italiano Dante Alighieri is an Italian language school in Camerino in the beautiful Marche region of Central Italy. We offer year-round Italian immersion programs, and language & culture courses to students from around the world.

Camerino has excellent transport links to the cities of Florence, Rome, Bologna, Venice, Naples and Capri and can be reached easily by car, bus or train. Rome and Florence are less than 2 hours away by car.

The Ancona-Falconara international airport is located about 70km from Camerino and offers direct flights to and from many major Italian and European cities including Rome, Milan, London, Munich, Paris, Madrid, Moscow among others. In addition, ferries sail daily to and from Greece, Turkey, and Croatia from the port of Ancona (70km from the school).

Our Italian study holidays incorporate intensive Italian language classes, culture courses and recreational activities such as guided tours and excursions. In addition, we offer a range of Italian courses to students of all levels, including CELI exam preparation.

- Italian Study Holidays: Intensive 4-week immersion program with Italian language lessons, culture classes & recreational activities.
- Intensive Italian Language & Culture (2 / 3 week courses available)
- Preparation for the University of Perugia's CELI (Certificate of Knowledge of Italian Language) and DILS-PG (Didactics of Italian Foreign Language) certification exams
- Italian + Introduction to Italian Law
- Summer refresher courses for foreign Italian language teachers
& more....

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6. Italian Education School, Rome

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The School of Italian offers Italian courses in Rome, Italy to students from around the world. Our school was born out of the passion and many years of experience of our highly qualified language professionals.

Our dedication to quality of teaching has allowed the school to become today a center of learning excellence where, through our unique and highly effective methodology, the maximum attention remains squarely focused on the specific learning needs of each individual student.

Our teaching staff all hold degrees in Humanistic Studies and have completed specialized training in Teaching Italian as a Second Language (L2). They are highly motivated and prepared, constantly updating their skills through continued training and are experts in our methodology and teaching tools. Their principal task is that of understanding the individual needs, expectations and any difficulties that our students might have in order to facilitate a more productive, relaxed and (why not?) fun communication during the lesson.

Our unique teaching methodology, a professional and attentive staff, highly qualified teachers and our constant focus on quality are the guarantee of success for our students.

- Italian language lessons: individual and semi-individual
- Italian language courses for small groups
- Standard intensive and extensive Italian programs
- Italian lessons "on the road"
- Communicative teaching approach

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7. Università Popolare Internazionale Costa Viola

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Located in the beautiful seaside town of Palmi in the Calabria region of southwest Italy, the Università Popolare Internazionale Costa Viola provides a wide range of beginner to advanced level Italian language courses to students from all over the world. Courses include General and Intensive Italian, Italian for Specific Purposes, Survival Italian, and more. The University also offers courses in Latin, Music, Sailing, Diving, Art, Sport, and Theatre among others.

Our comprehensive Italian courses help you to improve your competence and communicative ability in Italian in a relaxed and friendly learning environment. You also make new friends, discover new places and really live the language.

The levels of our Italian language courses are the standard of the European Union (A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, C2). In combination with a language course, students can book individual lessons and additional activities (music, dance, sport, cooking etc.), at a lower price.

In addition to the academic aspect of the University, we also provide outdoor concerts, cultural programmes and sport events throughout the summer and also in other seasons in front of the charming landscape of the Sicilian coast and the volcano, Mount Etna and the Aeolian Islands make your stay unforgettable.

Beginner to Advanced Level Italian Courses:
- General Italian
- Italian + Culture
- Italian + 'Discover Calabria'
- Italian for Specific Purposes (Business, Tourism, Law, Medicine, Pharmacy)
- Italian Language + 50
- Survival Italian
- Italian via Skype
- Intensive Courses
- Individual Courses
- Refresher course for teachers
- Language Laboratories (under 18)
- Seminars / Weekend courses

- We also offer courses in Latin, Music, Sailing, Diving, Art, Sport, and Theatre among others.

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8. Kappa Language School, Rome

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Located in the heart of the lovely neighbourhood Monti, Kappa Language School provides basic beginner to advanced level Italian language courses to students and professionals from around the world.

We offer Standard and Intensive courses, PLIDA Italian language certification classes, private Italian lessons, lessons via Skype, study group and special courses. A Homestay option with an Italian family is also available as part of your studies.

Kappa is a member of the Dante Alighieri Society network, and was created to promote Italian language and culture among international students, expats and professionals in Rome. In addition to our language courses, we also arrange cultural events and guided tours of the city.

Kappa Language School is a Certified Learning Center of Dante Alighieri, meeting quality standards in teaching Italian as a foreign language, recognized by Ministry of Foreign Affairs and authorized to issue certificates and host exam sessions.

Basic Beginner to Advanced Level Italian Language Courses:

- Standard Italian course (A1-B2 level)
- PLIDA (Dante Alighieri Italian Language Project) Certificate Course (exam preparation)
- CELI exams
- Intensive Italian course
- Lessons via Skype
- One-on-One / Private tutoring
- Study groups
-Special courses
- Combine your course with a Homestay with an Italian family

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9. inlingua Alghero - Learn Italian in Sardinia

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inlingua Alghero is a school in Alghero, northwest of Sardinia, specializing in Italian language and culture. Our wide range of courses is tailor-made to your needs and guarantees the ideal balance between the rigors of study, flexibility of schedule and the relaxation of a holiday.

As you learn, you will be welcomed and helped along by a friendly and knowledgeable staff and will benefit from effective inlingua lessons that get you speaking Italian immediately without lots of long and pointless grammatical explanations.

Italian Holiday Courses; Combined Italian Courses; Italian Crash Course; Private Italian Lessons.

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10. inlingua Verona

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Established in 1998 and boasting 20 years of experience, inlingua Verona pride ourselves on being at the forefront of Italian language learning in Verona, a picturesque city in the Veneto region of Northern Italy.

We offer a large choice of different Italian language programs, from standard courses to tailor-made individual lessons. People from all over the world come here to learn the language, the culture and the Italian way of life.

Over the years, we have welcomed many students from around the world, including groups from universities, companies, sports associations and art Schools from the USA, the UK, Australia, and more.

At inlingua, we believe it’s important for the students to feel at home, that’s why we organize plenty of get-togethers, aperitifs, dinners, game nights, cinema, fashion shows, concerts and anything else we can do to have fun.

Our school is located in the heart of the city centre next to the ancient Arena. We have a friendly, bilingual reception staff ready to assist you with any questions or special needs you may have.

Italian Language Courses for Adults:
- Basic beginner to advanced levels

• General Italian Course (20 lessons per week)

• Individual / Private Italian Courses

• Club Italian Courses (2-3 people chosen by the student)

• Group Italian Courses (20 or 30 lessons per week)

• PLIDA Exam Preparation - Certification of Italian as a Foreign Language

• Tailor-Made / Specific Italian Courses (Italian Food, Cooking Classes, Wine Tasting, and more)