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Secrets of Sardinia

One World
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Course description

Discover Sardinia: from ancient nuraghi to the secrets of the Blue Zone - A journey through history, traditions, and legends.

The renowned singer-songwriter Fabrizio De Andrè once said, "Life in Sardinia is perhaps the best a man can wish for: 24,000 km of forests, countryside, and coasts immersed in a miraculous sea should coincide with what I would recommend to God to give us as paradise."

Course structure:
4 hours of general Italian in the morning
1 hour of Sardinian culture in the afternoon
Course objective:
This course aims to promote Sardinian culture by introducing the beauty and curiosities of this fascinating and ancient island, including its unique customs and traditions.

Topics covered:
Nuragic civilization: Historical insights into an ancient land with settlements dating back to prehistoric times, including nuraghi, domus de janas, dolmens, and menhirs and their functions.

Festivals and traditions: Festivals such as Sant'Efisio in Cagliari, Cavalcata Sarda in Sassari, Sartiglia in Oristano, craftsmanship, and gastronomy as cultural aspects of this land.

Myths and legends: Sardinia is rich in legends and mythological figures such as Janas, fairies who dispense treasures, mischievous goblins, and darker figures like Sa Femmina Accabadora, S’Ammutadori, and Sa Filonzana.

Blue zones: Ogliastra, a region in the central-eastern area of Sardinia, is one of the 5 blue zones in the world. What is the secret of its inhabitants who live to be 100 years old, still working and enjoying life? Let's discover it together!

Course topics

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

Class schedule

Course duration
1 week
Start dates
Every Monday
Classes per week
25 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 50 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday

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 Cagliari to determine your class level.

Class size

Average 6 students
Maximum 10 students

Student age

Age range 16 years old and older
Average 45 years old
(40 in the summer)

Certificate

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

Our school is located on the corner of Via Roma, opposite the harbour and a short walk from the bus and train station. The school occupies the fifth floor of a historic building and has 10 classrooms, an internet lounge, a relaxation room, a projection room and a recording studio. The bright, spacious location, with a spectacular view of the port of Cagliari, is equipped with air conditioning and wi-fi.

Upon leaving the school, you will find yourself in the heart of the multicultural neighbourhood of La Marina, full of welcoming bars and restaurants where you can have an aperitif and enjoy the typical local cuisine.
During your stay in Cagliari you can count on the many services offered by One World. Here are some:

Internet access and free wi-fi: In the hours when the school is open, from 9am to
6pm, you can use our computers to access the internet or connect to Wi-Fi with your laptop, smartphone or tablet.

Leisure activities and tourist assistance: every week you will find a new leisure activities programme for our students. You can request detailed information about costs, days and times directly in the reception or by e-mail prior to your arrival. You can also contact us if you need help planning your travel itineraries in Cagliari and Sardinia: we will be happy to suggest you all the places you should not miss.

Accommodation search: If you wish, the school can arrange accommodation for you. We can organise your study holiday with an Italian family, in a B&B, a hotel, a hostel, a shared room or a private apartment.

Transfer service to and from the airport: if necessary, we can arrange a transfer for you to and/or from Cagliari-Elmas airport, at a cost of 30 € each way.

Certificate at end of course: At the end of the course you will be presented with a certificate stating the level and the duration of the course you have just completed.
Our teaching is based on the communicative approach and emphasises the importance of interaction between students and between students and the teacher. Through this approach we create a learning path focusing on the unique characteristics of each student and we work on the development of effective and useful language and communication skills from the very first lessons.

You will not learn mechanically and theoretically; you will practice a lot and very soon you will be able to improve your language skills and feel confident and ready to face any real life communication challenge.

Year opened
2001
Number of classrooms
7

Accreditations

Facilities

  • Social Activities
  • Cultural Trips
  • TV Room
  • Elevators
  • Wheelchair access
  • Free Internet
  • Wireless Internet
  • Computers
  • After-Class Seminars
  • Studying Area
  • Audio Learning

Teacher qualifications

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

University partners

One World has partnerships with the following universities and colleges in Italy. You can gain full or conditional acceptance into one of these institutions.

Università per stranieri di Siena

Nationality and age mix

The nationality and age mix at One World varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 45. In the summer, the average age is 40.

School holidays

Open dates
Year round
School holidays
None

School location

Our school is located on the corner of Via Roma, opposite the harbour and a short walk from the bus and train station. The school occupies the fifth floor of a historic building and has 10 classrooms, an internet lounge, a relaxation room, a projection room and a recording studio. The bright, spacious location, with a spectacular view of the port of Cagliari, is equipped with air conditioning and wi-fi.

Upon leaving the school, you will find yourself in the heart of the multicultural neighbourhood of La Marina, full of welcoming bars and restaurants where you can have an aperitif and enjoy the typical local cuisine.

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Reviews

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"Cagliari is an interesting place to learn!"

Roger Stone, student from USA

The staff were always cheerful and helpful. My teacher, Giulia, was very sweet and always patient and helpful. The classes were small so there was a lot of attention. I especially liked the activities, the sailboat trip and the visit to the archaeological sites. My favorite thing was Elvira and her cooking classes. She welcomes you into her own home and teaches you to handmake all sorts of pastas. She is enthusiastic and just wonderful to work with. Afterwards you sit down to dinner with her and her husband Valentino and have dinner as if you were part of the family.

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Duration of study
1 week
Date of study
24 Jun 2019 - 5 Jul 2019
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
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"Fun, educational and well worth it."

max shapira

Excellent teaching and a friendly environment. Well located and pleasingly close to a good cafe and gelateria... perfect for breaks between lessons!

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Duration of study
31 weeks
Date of study
1 Feb 2017 - 13 Sep 2017
Would you recommend this school?
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housing

Housing

One World offers the following housing types:
homestay

Homestay - Single-person room - No meals

NZ$ 382
weekly
Age range: 16 years old and older
Location: In the city center of Cagliari
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, telephone, wireless internet, free internet, air conditioning, heating, 24/7 supervision, and other
Distance to school: 5 - 30 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
NZ$ 382
Host Family
This is the ideal option if you want to really "experience" Italian family life. Having meals together, watching television and generally spending time with Italians is an enjoyable and effective way to get the most out of your time here. You will be given a key and you will be free to come and go as you please. You can choose to have just breakfast with the family, breakfast and dinner or breakfast, dinner and lunch. Sheets and towels are provided. Families are carefully chosen for their willingness to help their guests during their stay in Cagliari.

Homestay - Single-person room - Breakfast

NZ$ 516
weekly
Age range: 16 years old and older
Location: In the city center of Cagliari
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast (7 meals per week)
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, telephone, wireless internet, free internet, air conditioning, heating, 24/7 supervision, and other
Distance to school: 5 - 10 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
NZ$ 516
Host Family
This is the ideal option if you want to really "experience" Italian family life. Having meals together, watching television and generally spending time with Italians is an enjoyable and effective way to get the most out of your time here. You will be given a key and you will be free to come and go as you please. You can choose to have just breakfast with the family, breakfast and dinner or breakfast, dinner and lunch. Sheets and towels are provided. Families are carefully chosen for their willingness to help their guests during their stay in Cagliari.

Homestay - 2-person shared room - No meals

NZ$ 573
weekly
Age range: 16 years old and older
Location: In the city center of Cagliari
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, telephone, wireless internet, free internet, air conditioning, heating, 24/7 supervision, and other
Distance to school: 5 - 10 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
NZ$ 573
Host Family
This is the ideal option if you want to really "experience" Italian family life. Having meals together, watching television and generally spending time with Italians is an enjoyable and effective way to get the most out of your time here. You will be given a key and you will be free to come and go as you please. You can choose to have just breakfast with the family, breakfast and dinner or breakfast, dinner and lunch. Sheets and towels are provided. Families are carefully chosen for their willingness to help their guests during their stay in Cagliari.

Homestay - Single-person room - Breakfast and dinner

NZ$ 707
weekly
Age range: 16 years old and older
Location: In the city center of Cagliari
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, telephone, wireless internet, free internet, air conditioning, heating, 24/7 supervision, and other
Distance to school: 5 - 10 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
NZ$ 707
Host Family
This is the ideal option if you want to really "experience" Italian family life. Having meals together, watching television and generally spending time with Italians is an enjoyable and effective way to get the most out of your time here. You will be given a key and you will be free to come and go as you please. You can choose to have just breakfast with the family, breakfast and dinner or breakfast, dinner and lunch. Sheets and towels are provided. Families are carefully chosen for their willingness to help their guests during their stay in Cagliari.
hotel

3-star hotel - Single-person room - No meals

NZ$ 765
weekly
Age range: 16 years old and older
Location: In the city center of Cagliari
Housing type: 3-star hotel
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, telephone, computers, wireless internet, free internet, tV room, carpet, hardwood, air conditioning, heating, 24/7 supervision, sports facilities, and other
Distance to school: 5 - 10 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, before 12:00 AM
NZ$ 765
Bed and Breakfast/Hotel
If you want a more traditional place to stay, we can find you a Bed and Breakfast or a hotel. You can choose from a wide selection, from those offering basic services to deluxe options, all within walking distance or a short bus ride from the school.
visa

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 Cagliari 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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