Our students come from all over the world and they have very different motivations, different previous scholastic experience, different ways of learning and even different school types. This situation requires continuous updating as well as mental flexibility and creativity.
The teacher has multiple roles in the class all of which are indispensable: facilitator, entertainer, linguistic
consultant, and disseminator of culture. This entails an experimental approach to the profession and constant attention to group dynamics. The texts and multimedia teaching materials that we use are the result of on-going research and development to adapt them to the real needs of the students.
Apart from grammar and syntax, there are four skills - reading, writing, listening and speaking - which we consider necessary to be developed right from the first level, in order to enable comprehension and expression in authentic communicative situations. To this end, situations are simulated in the classroom using authentic teaching material. Structures and vocabulary are adapted to the lower levels and become progressively more complex until, at advanced levels, different types of text are used to encourage the recognition and reproduction of different language styles.
The nationality and age mix at Centro Machiavelli varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 25. In the summer, the average age is 21.
teaches students from all over the world, including:
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.
Centro Machiavelli is located in the historic centre of Florence, in Piazza S.Spirito, one of the finest squares of the city and one of the favourite meeting points of Florentines and our students.
Homestays are carefully selected and offer students the opportunity to learn more about the local culture in a comfortable setting while studying Italian in Florence. These homes are often between 15 - 40 minutes away from the school by public transport. Families usually offer affordable meal plans that allow you to sample the local cuisine. If you have special requests or diet restrictions (because of religion or health reasons), please let us know in advance. Your housing starts on the Sunday before your first day of class and ends on the Saturday after your last day of class, unless otherwise noted. Learn more about homestay housing
It is possible to live in a rented apartment during your study in Florence, but this tends to be more expensive. Centro Machiavelli provides some assistance with apartment rentals or you can rent an apartment on your own. Learn more about apartment housing
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.
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 Florence based on your budget, schedule and preferences.
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.
Centro Machiavelli is located in the historic centre of Florence, in Piazza S.Spirito, one of the finest squares of the city and one of the favourite meeting points of Florentines and our students.
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