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Intensive Italian in Trieste

Istituto Venezia in Trieste
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Course description

Classes are held everyday from Monday to Friday, 3 hours a day with one teacher.
The courses begin every month and last 4 weeks - 60 hours. It is also possible to enrol only for 1, 2 or 3 weeks.
The course is organised in 4 levels. At the beginning of the course, students sit a simple written test and have an interwiew.
This allows them to join a group of the same level. For this reason we suggest students arriving at school at 8.30 am on the first day.
According to their level, the participants can acquire a basic knowledge of Italian or improve and master their previous knowledge. In each group there is a maximum of twelve students.

Course topics

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

Class schedule

Course duration
1-30 weeks
Start dates
Every Monday
Classes per week
20 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 45 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday

Class times

Morning session
09:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Morning session
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

Absolute beginner
Elementary
Intermediate
Advanced
You will take a placement test on your first day to determine your class level.

Class size

Average 8 students
Maximum 12 students

Student age

Age range 18 years old and older
Average 30 years old
(25 in the summer)

Certificate

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

Your lessons will always be held in Italian because it is both the language and the culture we would like you to enjoy. We assure you that in doing so your progress will be quick and lasting. The teaching methodology is based on a fully communicative approach that promotes and encourages students’ active participation. It aims at developing oral and written communication skills. A wide variety of up-to-date authentic material is used in class, as valuable examples of real communication, thus introducing the students to Italian culture and society.

In order to increase and improve your Italian knowledge we use:

listening activities to improve your oral skills

oral and written productions

reading activities to improve your comprehension of written texts

activities in pairs or in groups

grammar workshops

vocabulary exercises

educational games to learn enjoying yourself

educational videos to improve your knowledge of Italy and its culture

During the course, the main communication skills - listening, speaking, reading and writing - are equally explored and gradually developed at all levels.

Every week the teachers adjust and enrich the programme of your group in order to satisfy your interests and requirements.

The school is hosted in the former convent of Santa Maria Maggiore, in Trieste old town, at 2 minutes on foot from the main square Piazza dell'Unità d'Italia. All classes are on second floor, there is also a small lounge for students to use pc and relax.

Year opened
2005
Number of classrooms
4

Accreditations

Facilities

  • Social Activities
  • Cultural Trips
  • Eating Area
  • Free Internet
  • Wireless Internet
  • Computers
  • Studying Area

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 Istituto Venezia in Trieste varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 30. In the summer, the average age is 25.

IV - Trieste teaches students from all over the world, including:

Austria
18%
USA
11%
Germany
10%
Hungary
7%
Spain
6%
France
5%
UK
4%
Netherlands
3%
Russia
3%
Brazil
2%
Other
31%

School holidays

IV - Trieste 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
15 Apr - 08 Nov
School holidays
None

School location

Since 2005, the Italian language courses have been hosted in the former Closter of Santa Maria Maggiore, in the old town.
Trieste is a charming town between mountain and sea, near the border with Slovenia. Trieste is visited every year by quality tourism and offers lots of attractions and a rich cultural life. It is a great pleasure to sit on the terrace of a cafè, drinking a prosecco and talking Italian in front of the sea.

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Reviews

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"Encourages the continuation"

Andrea Kollnig, student from Austria

The teaching methods and topics are up-to-date, varied, entertaining and challenging at the same time.
The teaching modules are well-balanced. You are constantly learning something new without being overwhelmed.
The teachers are super motivated and very competent.
The afternoon activities give a good insight into the history and culture of the city and the surrounding area of ​​Trieste and are accompanied by competent guides.
A great experience. It's fun and gives you the courage to continue!

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Date of study
16 Sep 2024 - 20 Sep 2024
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.

"In a small, culturally rich city, without the chaos of too many tourists a simple school teaches ppl Italian and shows them culturally significant locations."

Christine McCollum, student from USA

The classes were in the morning and taught by qualified staff. Some teachers were more engaging than others. The cultural excursions were excellent. They helped students get to know each other outside of class. I had private conversation time with a teacher for a few hours after lunch. This teacher made sure the classes happened and was very good at scheduling if changes were needed. My lodgings were very close to the school and my hostess was friendly, only spoke in Italian to me, and was prompt in communicating via email.

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Duration of study
1 week
Date of study
29 Jul 2024 - 9 Aug 2024
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.

"It was a really amazing experience"

Reka Kovacs, student from Hungary

I really liked the teachers and their way of teaching. I had a lot of opportunities to speak with other students, and understood everything the teachers said. The length of the classes and the breaks was optimal. My housing was also really good, I had a tidy space and kind flat-mates.

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Date of study
2 Aug 2021 - 6 Aug 2021
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.
Elisa Carrer, registrar - management assistant at Istituto Venezia in Trieste responded to this review.
06 October 2021

Dear Reka,

thanks a lot for your kind words, we are happy you enjoed your time at school and that it was overall helpful for improving your knowledge of Italian language.
You will be welcome whenever you wish to come back either in Trieste or in Venice.
ciao :)

Elisa - Istituto Venezia

housing

Housing

IV - Trieste offers the following housing types:
homestay

Homestay - Single-person room - No meals

NZ$ 365
weekly
Age range: 16 - 75 years old
Location: In the city center of Trieste
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, and heating
Distance to school: 2 - 18 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, before 10:00 AM
NZ$ 365
Accommodation is a very important part of the study trip in Italy. This is why Istituto Venezia greatly values its quality and tries to live up to students' expectations with a variety of offers.
Upon request, the school can arrange a single room in homestay accommodation. Students can stay with a family in Trieste in a single room with use of kitchen. Usually the guest families are single people or childless couples. Staying with an Italian family is the best way to enjoy Italian daily life and improve your language skills.
The school can also reserve independent apartments in town. The request must be done at least one month in advance.
The payment for the accommodation must be submitted directly to the school on the first day of the course. The rooms are available from the Sunday before the beginning of the course, to the Saturday after the end.

All solutions are available form Sunday before course begins to Saturday after course ends.
Double rooms are available for students coming together. All accommodations are located in historical center of Trieste. We check every room and we can guarantee a basic standard quality. All solutions have kitchen and bathroom to share, washing machine, some landladies also offer a private bathroom for their guests.
Rooms are simple, clean and safe.

Homestay - 2-person shared room - No meals - 2 students must book together

NZ$ 480
weekly
Age range: 16 - 75 years old
Location: In the city center of Trieste
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, and heating
Distance to school: 2 - 18 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, before 10:00 AM
Restriction: 2 students must book together
NZ$ 480
Accommodation is a very important part of the study trip in Italy. This is why Istituto Venezia greatly values its quality and tries to live up to students' expectations with a variety of offers.
Upon request, the school can arrange a single room in homestay accommodation. Students can stay with a family in Trieste in a single room with use of kitchen. Usually the guest families are single people or childless couples. Staying with an Italian family is the best way to enjoy Italian daily life and improve your language skills.
The school can also reserve independent apartments in town. The request must be done at least one month in advance.
The payment for the accommodation must be submitted directly to the school on the first day of the course. The rooms are available from the Sunday before the beginning of the course, to the Saturday after the end.

All solutions are available form Sunday before course begins to Saturday after course ends. Double rooms are available for students coming together. All accommodations are located in historical center of Trieste. We check every room and we can guarantee a basic standard quality. All solutions have kitchen and bathroom to share, washing machine, some landladies also offer a private bathroom for guests. Rooms are simple, clean and safe.
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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. If you wish to receive your paperwork by express mail, you will be charged 75 € when you register.

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 Trieste 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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