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Program

Destination

Florence, capital of Tuscany, was able to impose on the rest of Europe its "rinascita" (Renaissance). Rarely city has managed to concentrate as much political talent, artistic and literary era has rarely given birth to so many geniuses. As a major city of arts, the sensual Florence is among the most visited places in the world. It must, throughout the year, face a real tidal wave of travelers, which is growing even during the summer months. The Americans in particular are numerous, charmed to find together the foundations of European culture. Obviously, between the Duomo and the visit of the Uffizi Gallery, it is always possible to act as Barnabooth, the character from the novel by Valery Larbaud, and find refuge in the posh shops that enliven the city centre. Anyway, you have already abandoning the idea of seeing everything in one visit, as is the rich artistic heritage of this town-museum in the heart of Tuscany.

School

Founded in 1976, our partner school offers students from around the world the opportunity to learn Italian in the very heart of Florence, in a warm and welcoming setting.

The school is located in the historic centre, in a calm street near the central train station. It occupies three stories of a 19th century building and all classrooms are well-equipped with audio-visual material.

Courses

All levels are accepted, from complete beginner to advanced, with an average of 10 students per class. Each lesson lasts 45 minutes.

The first Monday after their arrival students take a written placement test to establish their level of Italian.

We offer the following programmes:

• General Italian: 20 lessons per week
  4 lessons a day from Monday to Friday.
  The courses generally take place in the morning, from 9:00 am to 12:30 pm, however certain groups may have lessons in the afternoon (from 1.30pm to 5pm), minimum duration of 2 weeks.
• Intensive Italian: 30 lessons per week
  Courses take place in the morning (from 9.00 am to 12.30 pm) and in the afternoon (from 1.30 pm to 3.00 pm), minimum duration of 2 weeks.
• Combined courses: 20 + 10 lessons per week
  This programme features 20 group lessons per week in the mornings with 10 private lessons in the afternoon. Minimum duration of 2 weeks.
• Private lessons
  This programme offers 20, 30, or 40 individual lessons per week.
  It's the ideal format for those wishing to progress rapidly in a relatively short space of time. Minimum duration of 1 week.
  
  

Activities

The school organises a daily activity programme for participants. Students have the ability to broaden their knowledge of Italian culture, visit famous cities and towns or simply amuse themselves with their friends. The school’s teachers accompany the excursions, which are designed to help students better their Italian and their knowledge of Italian culture and traditions. The school posts an activity list in its entrance hall each day

Accommodation

Upon request, we can organise accommodation in Florence, maximum 20 minutes from the school. Accommodation is available from the Sunday before classes begin to the Saturday after they end:

• Host Families
  Host families are the ideal method to allow students to fully integrate into daily Italian life. Our host families propose private rooms with half-board (2 meals a day).
  
  
• Shared Apartments: only for students over 18
  This option is offered for students who wish a greater degree of independence. The apartments are shared with other students and meals are not included in this option. Students may choose either a private or shared room in a furnished apartment of 3 rooms or more. The apartments are equipped with bathroom and kitchen shared with the other tenants. Sheets and towels are provided.

Prices & Dates

Dates 2012

Students with some knowledge of Italian can begin class each Monday.

Beginner start dates: 9/01 - 6/02 - 5/03 - 2/04 - 30/04 - 28/05 - 25/06 - 9/07 - 6/08 - 3/09 - 1/10 - 29/10 - 26/11

The Italian language courses will not take place on the following days:

09/04 - 25/04 - 1/05 - 15/08 - 1/11 and during the Christmas holiday from 24/12/12 to 05/01/13.

The prices are detailed in the table above.

Prices include:

• The academic programme of your choice
  
• All administrative fees
• Accommodation
  
  

Prices do not include:

• Transportation to Florence
  
• Airport pickup
  
• Course books

Practical Info

Transport

• Arrival airport or train station: Florence
• An (optional) transfer is available between airport and accommodation - see price table.
  
  

If you prefer, we can book your flights for you. This must be made clear at the moment of enrolment.

If you intend to book your own flight, try to arrive the Sunday before the start of your course and leave the Saturday following its end.

Visa Information

EU residents do not normally need a Visa to enter Italy.

Citizens of other countries, such as the USA, Brazil, Japan, Korea, etc, can stay in Italy without a Visa for up to 3 months.

If you intend to stay for longer than 3 months, you will need to apply for a Student Visa (type D) before arriving.

Students coming from such countries must acquaint themselves with the visa application procedures involved at their local Italian Embassy or Consulate.