Italian Courses in Milan, Italy

Il Centro, Milan:
The Italian language school Il Centro is conveniently located in the Brera District in the historic centre of Milan in the Lombardy Region of Italy, and offers a broad range of Italian language lessons: Intensive or standard Italian classes in the morning, afternoon or evening. Groups, mini-groups or individual sessions are available, and classes can be held at Il Centro or at home for your convenience. We cater for every level of Italian, from absolute beginner to super-advanced.

Italian Language Courses:
Our Italian language courses are limited to either 9 or 10 students, and each class of instruction lasts 60 minutes. There are 6 levels of language skill from beginners to advaced level. The level is decided on the basis of a mandatory test, free of charge.

Communicative Method:
Lessons are conducted using the communicative method with a humanistic approach and utilizing materials developed by the school staff. The student is presented with a situation from daily life through the use of authentic materials. That situation is then analyzed in terms of grammar and of the linguistic functions it raises. Lessons are also supported by learning activities such as games, role-playing and video cassettes.

- Standard Group Italian Language Courses: (Throughout the year) 
Language courses are held Monday through Friday, 2 hours or 4 hours a day. Classes are usually made of 6 / 7 students (max. 10). Afternoon courses last either 30 or 60 hours, 1.5 or 3 hours a day.

- One-To-One Individual Italian Language Classes: (Year-round)
Classes are held at Il Centro or at the student's home. Individual courses are recommended for students with very specific linguistic needs and / or scheduling difficulties that prevent them from attending a group course. They can choose the schedule that suits them best and arrange a personalized program with the teacher. Each lesson lasts 60 minutes.

- Combined (Group & Individual) Italian Language Courses: (Throughout the year)
The combined courses offer a combination of group courses and individual lessons: They include 4 hours in class in the morning and 1 individual lesson in the afternoon each day. The additional individual lessons allow the student to focus on specific needs, review and practice what has been learned in class or study a particular specialistic language (legal, business, financial, artistic etc.)

- Evening Italian Language Courses: (September to June)
Classes are held 2 / 3 times a week. These courses run through-out year, except for July and August. Classes are usually made of an average of 6-7 students (max 10). Evening courses are less intensive (2-hour lessons twice a week) than standard courses, but run for a longer period (10 weeks). This makes it a good choice for students who are busy during the day.

- Weekend Intensive Italian Language Courses:
An intensive Italian training during the weekend. Organized for those people who cannot attend an italian language course during the week because of their working duties.

- Summer Italian Language Classes: (June to September)
These courses last a maximum of 4 weeks and are attended by an average of 6-7 students (max 10). Oral linguistic abilities are given priority, with an emphasis on developing skills that allow students - especially beginners - to communicate immediately. Summer courses are a good choice for people who come to Milan on holiday or who will be attending an Italian school (university, professional school, design or art academy, etc.) the following autumn.

- Italian Language Classes For Companies / Business Purposes: (Year-round)
These are held at Il Centro or at the Company's office in Milan. Ideal for professionals, managers, technicians and all others who need to use Italian for their work. These courses are organized around the student's availability, with a choice of intensive courses or lessons spread over time.

- Italian Language Classes For EC Residence Permit: (Year-round)
The course addresses foreigners living in Italy with a limited residence permit who wish to improve their knowledge of the Italian language and of the rights of the citizen (work, health, school, bank services, post offices etc.). The aim of the course is the preparation for the exam to obtain the Italian citizenship or a permanent residence permit. The course lasts 10 weeks, 3 hours each Saturday morning.

- Online Italian Classes Via Skype: (Year-round)
Il Centro has created online courses in the Italian language for students not able to come to Italy and for those who prefer to stay at home or at their office. Try one hour or choose a package of lessons and begin to talk to your teacher through Skype.

We have developed specific material for online courses. You might have conversation together with reading, listening, comprehension as well as video practice according to your level of knowledge of Italian and to your specific needs. It is also possible to arrange lessons on both special linguistic skills and specific terminology area.

- Italian Cultural & Super Advanced Language Courses: (Year-round)
The cultural courses provide a chance to take an in-depth look at particular aspects of Italian language and culture. For those who have a good knowledge of Italian but rarely have the opportunity to talk, these courses offer a chance to experience an Italian-language atmosphere on a weekly basis. The most accomplished students can tackle the subtleties of writing, business communication or literature in special super-advanced courses.

Additionally:  Centro also offers courses for those students who want to take exams CILS or CELI (these are Certifications, developed by University for Foreigners of Siena and University for Foreigners of Perugia, of knowledge of Italian Langage). Courses are organized on demand: Ask at the office.

Evaluation and Certification:
Students receive a certificate of attendance with an evaluation of language skills.

Also:  Extra-curricular activities and excursions are arranged for students.