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Individual Italian Course

ih Lake Como

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Course description

Our Individual Courses are suitable for all ages and available all year round, from Beginner to Advanced levels. Courses are highly personalized and tailor-made according to the student's requirements, allowing to a very flexible timetable .

Course programme can be focused on either General or Specialized Language, such as Business, Design, Art, Music, Medicine, Law, Marketing, as well as CELI exam techniques and preparation (we are authorized exam centre by University for Foreigners of Perugia for CELI and CIC exams)

In order to improved the student's cultural competences together with their language skills, and to have a more authentic experience, we suggest combining Italian classes with practical activities with the teacher in the afternoon, such as cookery classes, naturalistic hikes and excursions (i.e. Lecco, Como, Milan, Bergamo, Bellagio, Varenna), historical and artistic tours, shopping with personal shopper, and much more.

On top of the above programmes, students can choose among a wide range of optional activities such as adventure sports (windsurf, sailing, kitesurf on the Lake!), horse-riding, golf, wine-tasting, spas... not to mention EXPO 2015 in Milan, which is only half an hour away and definitely worth a visit!

Course topics

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

Class schedule

Course duration
1-52 weeks
Start dates
Every Monday
Classes per week
20 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 45 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday

Class times

You can choose from the following class times:

Morning session
09:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Morning session
09:30 AM - 01:00 PM
Afternoon session
02:30 PM - 06:00 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 Merate to determine your class level.

Class size

Average 1 student
Maximum 1 student

Student age

Age range 6 years old and older
Average 40 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

IH Lake Como was founded in 1983 and has been affiliated to International House since 1995.
Our school is strategically located in the amazing landscapes of the green Brianza, well-connected to the stunning cities of Lecco, Bergamo, Como, Monza, Milano. This is the ideal place where to enjoy an authentic experience, meet local people, and feel part of a community.
At IH Lake Como, you will be welcomed by a professional and dedicated staff in a warm and friendly atmosphere; as an International House centre, you’ll feel at home while part of a worldwide community.

Our modern FACILITIES include 8 bright air-conditioned classrooms, café area, wireless internet, library corner… and delicious Italian ice-cream next door! We guarantee excellent teaching quality, with experienced and qualified TEACHERS that are coordinated and supervised by a full time Director of Studies.
All our group and personalized COURSES include practical sessions to improve communication skills in everyday life situations, in order to prepare yourself for real life studies & work.

Learning a language is also about understanding a culture: our CULTURAL PACKAGES are focused on improving your ability to interact effectively in both everyday life and professional contexts. You can choose among ITALIAN CUISINE, ITALIAN THROUGH ART & CULTURE and DISCOVERING LAKE COMO packages.
We would be delighted to help you choose and arrange the most exciting EXCURSIONS that will make your stay in Italy unforgettable: sailing on Lake Como, visiting local vineyards, relaxing in dream spas, wandering through old towns’ cobblestone abbeys, enjoying cultural travel…
Feel like a real Italian with our amazing SOCIAL PROGRAMMES: typical Aperitivo, pub nights out, cineforum, pizza nights, wine tasting evenings… and much more!

It is very easyu to get here: the closest airports are: Bergamo Orio al Serio, Milano Linate and Milano Malpensa, while the closest train station is Cernusco-Merate, to be reached from Milano Centrale or Milano Porta Garibaldi stations.

We look forward to welcoming you at IH Lake Como!

Year opened
1983
Number of classrooms
8

Accreditations

Facilities

  • Library
  • Social Activities
  • Cultural Trips
  • Cambridge Exam Center
  • Elevators
  • Free Internet
  • Wireless Internet
  • Sports Activities

Teacher qualifications

Native Italian speakers
All
Teachers with Italian teaching certification
Over 50%
Teachers with college degrees
All

Nationality and age mix

The nationality and age mix at ih Lake Como varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 40. In the summer, the average age is 30.

teaches students from all over the world, including:

Germany
30%
Austria
10%
Finland
10%
Japan
10%
Russia
10%
Switzerland
10%
UK
10%
Ukraine
10%

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
None

School location

IH Lake Como was founded in 1983 and has been affiliated to International House since 1995.
Our schools is strategically located in the amazing landscapes of the green Brianza, well-connected to the stunning cities of Lecco, Bergamo, Como, Monza, Milano. This is the ideal place where to enjoy an authentic experience, meet local people, and feel part of a community.

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housing

Housing

ih Lake Como offers the following housing types:
homestay

Homestay - Single room - Half Board

NZ$ 698
weekly
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
NZ$ 698
Homestay accommodation offers students the opportunity to learn more about the local culture, share experiences and feel part of a community while studying Italian in this wondeful area.
Families are carefully selected and often located either in Merate (walk distance or 10 to 25 minutes walk) or in one of the surrounding towns (Lecco, Garlate, Airuno, etc. which are up to 30 minutes away by public transport).
Families usually offer breakfast and Italian for dinner, enabling students to taste the local hearty cuisine.
Should you have any allergies or diet restrictions, please do let us know in advance.
Homestay accommodation is available for 18+ students.
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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.

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 Merate 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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