Florence is the capital of the Tuscany region of Italy. It is a city filled with a rich cultural, historical, and architectural past with plenty of modern day activities for students and travelers to enjoy as well. It was the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance and many of Florence's...
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Florence is the capital of the Tuscany region of Italy. It is a city filled with a rich cultural, historical, and architectural past with plenty of modern day activities for students and travelers to enjoy as well. It was the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance and many of Florence's great minds also aided in fueling the "Age of Discovery". Originally established by Julius Caesar, Florence dates back to 59 BC. Students who plan to study Italian courses in Florence should not miss the opportunity to view the city's best kept works of art and architecture; they can visit the magnificent Il Duomo Cathedral (officially known as Basilica di Santa Maria del Fiore), stroll through the many piazzas, parks, and gardens, or visit one of the many small villages of the city, with their individual flare and flavors. Florence is such a magnificent and historically rich city, that it attracts millions of visitors every year and has been a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1982.
The Standard course offers students the perfect balance between language training and leisure time. A communicative approach developing fluency in speaking, listening, reading and writing ensures that the grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation components are applied to actual language use.
20 LESSONS / WEEK
- 2 grammar group lessons/day and 2 conversation group lessons/day.
Students will work on grammar, pronunciation, vocabulary, reading, writing, speaking and listening.
30 LESSONS / WEEK
- 2 grammar group lessons/day , 2 conversation group lessons/day in the morning and 2 group lessons/day in the afternoon, both grammar and conversation.
Students will work on grammar, pronunciation, vocabulary, reading, writing, speaking and listening.
25 LESSONS / WEEK
- 2 grammar group lessons/day in the morning
- 2 conversation group lessons/day in the morning - PLUS 5 or 10 one-to-one lessons/week in the afternoon.
In the Plus lessons students can deepen some aspect of Italian language, or just speak Italian with their teacher.
This course is suited for every people who wish to learn Italian or improve their knowledge.
Each day consists of one new lesson, based on the communicative approach, in the morning group language course, and one activity per week in the afternoon.
For students over 50 who want to study Italian and learn more about Italian and Florentine culture, the ABC School offers 1 or 2 week-programs.
20 ITALIAN LANGUAGE LESSONS/WEEK
(2 grammar group lessons + 2 conversation group lessons a day) and a CULTURAL PROGRAM (3 activities a week):
Sample of program:
- Florence city guided tour
- Visit: San Miniato church and Piazzale Michelangelo
- Cooking course and dinner at the teacher’s house
- Excursion on Saturday to Siena or Lucca or Pisa or Arezzo (with all the...
Course structure
This course is aimed at those who, for professional reasons, for personal interest, or because of time constraints, prefer to follow an individual course, tailored to their requirements. It is possible to choose to concentrate on the grammatical structure of the language, on conversation, or on specific vocabulary.
Two-to-one Italian course
This two-to-one Italian course is conceived for pairs: if you come to study Italian in Florence with a friend of yours, your partner or a relative and you've got the same level of knowledge, this is the best solution for you!
The course lasts 4 hours per day, in the morning (9am – 1pm) or in the afternoon (2pm to 6pm)
Our two-to-one Italian course is conceived to offer high flexibility and a perfect fit to the language and time needs of each student. Lessons last 60 minutes and...
One-to-one Italian language course
The course lasts 4 hours per day, in the morning (9am-1pm) or in the afternoon (2pm to 6pm).
The one-to-one Italian language course is conceived for students of all ages, who want to start studying Italian language or just to improve their previous knowledge.
Individual Italian course “A”
4 hours of individual Italian language per day, from 9am to 1pm. This Italian course is basic and advisable for those who wish to have free time in the afternoon or in the morning for visiting Florence and the Tuscany or for other activities.
*Prices are subject to change without notice due to exchange rates.
Which course type is right for me?
Intensive Study: For adults who want to learn a language as quickly as possible for academic or professional reasons.
Test Preparation: For students who want to prepare for language proficiency tests.
Business: For business executives who want to study a language to be able to do business.
Junior: For children ages 8 to 12 and teenagers ages 13 to 18 who want to study a language in the summer.
How long should I study?
The minimum duration for a language course is usually two weeks, but students benefit the most starting from the 3rd and 4th weeks of their language course, after they get used to the new environment. By this time, the early distractions are over and the student has "settled in". The average student takes about 12 weeks of language studies abroad.