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Ordinary group course

ARCA co Modern English Study Centre

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Course description

A 20-hour course, Monday to Friday from 9 am to 1 pm. The classes are generally small (3-12 students), allowing teachers to get to know their pupils individually and give them their personal attention. This helps us to cater closely for students’ individual needs as well as facilitating friendly relations.

Ordinary courses have a mid-morning break during which everyone goes to a coffee-bar together: a chance to have a chat and get to know each other better. Talking Italian freely is a good way to consolidate what you’ve learnt, especially in an Italian bar over a warm cappuccino!

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)
Classes per week
20 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 60 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday
School holidays
06 Jan 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 25 Apr 2025, 01 May 2025, 02 Jun 2025

ARCA co Modern English Study Centre 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

Morning session
09:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Break
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Morning session
11:30 AM - 01:00 PM

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

All levels, beginner to advanced
You will take a placement test before your arrival in Bologna to determine your class level.

Class size

Average 12 students
Maximum 3 students

Student age

Age range 16 years old and older
Average 35 years old
(30 in the summer)

Certificate

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

Arca is located in the heart of the historic centre and is very close to the city's main attractions. The school's excellent location and experience make it an ideal place to study the Italian language and culture. Students can choose between weekly group courses for 20 hours per week, flexible individual courses and special courses. Arca is located in a historic building, with large, colourful classrooms with free Internet access. The school also offers two social and recreational activities per week to invite students to socialise, practise their Italian and visit points of interest in the city.

Year opened
1973
Number of classrooms
6

Facilities

  • Cultural Trips
  • Wireless Internet
  • Library
  • Free Internet
  • Computers
  • Social Activities

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 ARCA co Modern English Study Centre varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 35. In the summer, the average age is 30.

teaches students from all over the world, including:

Netherlands
50%
UK
50%
USA
50%
Australia
30%
France
30%
Japan
30%
Spain
30%
Belgium
20%
Norway
10%
China
3%
Hungary
3%
Russia
3%
Brazil
2%
Iceland
2%
New Zealand
2%
South Korea
2%
Argentina
1%
Chile
1%
Israel
1%
Nicaragua
1%
Peru
1%
Slovakia
1%
South Africa
1%

School holidays

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
06 Jan 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 25 Apr 2025, 01 May 2025, 02 Jun 2025

School location

Arca is located in the heart of the historic centre of Bologna, close to the Asinelli and Garisenda towers.

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housing

Housing

ARCA co Modern English Study Centre offers the following housing types:
homestay

Homestay - 2-person shared room - No meals

£ 142
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Location: In the city center of Bologna
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Kitchen and free internet
Distance to school: 10 - 30 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, after 10:00 PM
Check-out: Saturday, before 01:00 PM
£ 142
Homestays are carefully selected and offer students the opportunity to learn more about the local culture in a comfortable environment while studying Italian in Bologna. These homes are often located 10-30 minutes walking distance from the school. If you have special requests please let us know in advance. Students must be at least 18 years old.

Homestay - Single-person room - No meals

£ 177
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Location: In the city center of Bologna
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Kitchen and free internet
Distance to school: 10 - 30 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, after 10:00 PM
Check-out: Saturday, before 01:00 PM
£ 177
Homestays are carefully selected and offer students the opportunity to learn more about the local culture in a comfortable environment while studying Italian in Bologna. These homes are often located 10-30 minutes walking distance from the school. If you have special requests please let us know in advance. Students must be at least 18 years old.

Homestay - 2-person shared room - Breakfast

£ 186
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Location: In the city center of Bologna
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast (6 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen and free internet
Distance to school: 10 - 30 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, after 10:00 PM
Check-out: Saturday, before 01:00 PM
£ 186
Homestays are carefully selected and offer students the opportunity to learn more about the local culture in a comfortable environment while studying Italian in Bologna. These homes are often located 10-30 minutes walking distance from the school. If you have special requests please let us know in advance. Students must be at least 18 years old.

Homestay - Single-person room - Breakfast

£ 213
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Location: In the city center of Bologna
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast (6 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen and free internet
Distance to school: 10 - 30 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, after 10:00 PM
Check-out: Saturday, before 01:00 PM
£ 213
Homestays are carefully selected and offer students the opportunity to learn more about the local culture in a comfortable environment while studying Italian in Bologna. These homes are often located 10-30 minutes walking distance from the school. If you have special requests please let us know in advance. Students must be at least 18 years old.
visa

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.

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 Bologna 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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