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CIAO! Italian language semi-intensive group course

Centro Studi Italiani
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Course description

CIAO! Italian Language Semi-Intensive Group Course allows you to focus on your language study while enjoying a good amount of free time!

This course includes language and conversation sessions for 15 hours per week. CIAO! Italian Language Semi-Intensive Group Course is the perfect choice if you wish to attend a semi-intensive Italian Language Group Course and have free time in the afternoon to add private sessions, to explore the area or just relax.

CIAO! Italian Language Semi-Intensive Group Course is open to students of all levels, age and mother tongue who wish to understand, speak, read and write Italian correctly.Classes are intentionally small to guarantee individual attention to all students. Groups are evenly formed depending on students’ previous knowledge of the Italian language. For this reason, you will be invited to complete a placement test, if you are not a total beginner.

During high season, the school offers optional cultural classes in the afternoon and tutoring sessions on Saturday morning.

We suggest you combine your CIAO! Italian Language Semi-Intensive Group Course with private sessions in the afternoon if you wish to privately consolidate what you have learned during your group classes or if you have specific needs.

At the end of your course, you can take a final exam to attest the linguistic level you reached. Centro Studi Italiani will release a certificate that you can use for your job or University credits.

Course topics

Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary, Grammar and Activities

Class schedule

Course duration
1-48 weeks
Start dates
Every Monday (except for beginners)
Start dates for beginners
Every first Monday of the month
Classes per week
15 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 60 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday
School holidays
08 Dec 2024

CSI Urbania does not hold classes on the holiday dates above. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.

Class times

You can choose from the following class times:

Morning session
09:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

All levels, beginner to advanced
You will take a placement test on your first day to determine your class level. You may also take this test before your arrival in Urbania.

Class size

Maximum 15 students

Student age

Age range 18 years old and older

Certificate

A certificate of completion will be issued at the end of the course.
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School description

The school is located in the Nineteenth century “Palazzo Boscarini” in the heart of the historical city center. Bar, restaurants, shops, supermarkets, banks and all other facilities are within walking distance.

The main building (full wi-fi coverage) offers a wide range of student facilities, such as numerous classrooms, several piano studios, an art studio, and a lovely courtyard.

The building is open from early morning until late in the evening so it will most likely become your second home in Urbania: here you will study and practise Italian, meet your new international friends, and spend your free time.

A historical public library is very close by and all students have free access to the library services.

The school is open all year round and during the summer it hosts social events, music concerts and public lectures.

Year opened
1985
Number of classrooms
11

Facilities

  • Social Activities
  • Cultural Trips
  • Free Internet
  • Audio Learning

Teacher qualifications

Native Italian speakers
All
Teachers with Italian teaching certification
All
Teachers with college degrees
All

Nationality and age mix

The nationality and age mix at Centro Studi Italiani varies over different time periods, courses and levels.

School holidays

CSI Urbania does not hold classes on the holiday dates below. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.

Open dates
Year round
School holidays
08 Dec 2024

School location

Urbania is a very charming and welcoming town where everybody speaks Italian.

Nestled between Tuscany and the Adriatic Sea, Urbania is a valid alternative to cities invaded by mass tourism. Surrounded by the breath-taking scenery of the Montefeltro and at the foothills of the Unesco World Heritage Center of Urbino, Urbania will add a special touch to your Italian language experience.

In this typical Italian town, you can live a genuine Italian lifestyle and sample the warmth of Italian hospitality in an authentic and unforgettable environment.
Walk around narrow cobblestone alleys, smell the fragrances of the flowers at the windows, say “Buongiorno” to the old men sitting on the benches in the main square, immerse yourself in the Italian language while tasting an authentic Italian cappuccino with your classmates.
Discover the small artisans’ shops around town and buy groceries at the open air weekly market, savor a delicious gelato under the sun, take a real aperitivo while making new friends with the locals and enjoy a special dinner in one of the small osterias in the heart of the city center.
Choose small Urbania and make your Italian language experience bigger!

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"I have really learned a lot"

Maria Olvido Suarez Cueto, student from Spain

Excellent teacher, excellent classes, beautiful premises, very helpful staff.

The Village is a bit isolated and lack of communications.

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Duration of study
7 weeks
Date of study
18 Apr 2022 - 10 Jun 2022
Would you recommend this school?
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Francesca, Student office at Centro Studi Italiani responded to this review.
24 June 2022

Ciao Maria! Grazie per la tua recensione. Siamo molto contenti di averti avuto nella nostra scuola e speriamo di rivederci presto!
un caro saluto da Urbania e da tutto lo staff!

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Visa support

We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.

Your letter of acceptance will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you. If you wish to receive your paperwork by express mail, you will be charged 35 € when you register.

Flights and airport transfer

Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to Urbania based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Travel insurance

Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.

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