Europass, Centro Studi Europeo, Florence, Italy
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Florence, a city in the heart of Tuscany, is known as the capital of the Renaissance.Tthe city is one of Italy's most atmospheric and pleasant, with striking buildings, formidable galleries and treasure filled churches attest to the city´s cultural and historical heritage. The famous and vibrant Ponte Vecchio connects the historical and busy part of the city with the quiet part on the other side of the river Arno.
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General Information on Europass, Centro Studi Europeo
The language school Europass, Centro Studi Europeo was founded in Florence, Italy in 1992. Owned and managed by teachers, EUROPASS believes that a pleasant and supportive atmosphere is fundamental for a successful education. Accoglienza is at the core of our institute. What does that mean? It is Italian for “welcome” and defines our teaching philosophy “personal and professional.” That standard is embodied by our staff and reflected in our method of instruction, the color scheme of each classroom and the greenery that decorates the wrap-around terrace. EUROPASS strives to make your experience educational and above all memorable. We provide an intimate learning atmosphere in the historical Palazzo Galletti, and employ qualified staff that enjoys teaching, language, art and Florence. A stroll away from the Duomo, students have access to all Florence has to offer. Whether it be tailoring a lesson to fit you, planning an excursion to the Cinque Terre or finding the right internship that enhances your culinary and Italian language skills, we are sure that at EUROPASS you will find a program or specialization that fits your interests and needs. Sincerely, Barbara Livolsi, Enzo Boddi Founders of EUROPASS
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The school, completely air-conditioned, contains large and luminous classrooms with decorated ceilings. In the student lounge you will be able to surf the Internet, watch a film from the rich collection of DVDs and VHS cassettes or read books from the library.
Accreditations and Quality seals of Europass, Centro Studi Europeo, Florence
Regional Council of Tuscany
Airport transfer
Best arrival airport is Amerigo Vespucci, Florence. It takes 20 minutes by bus to school.
2.1. Language School Europass, Centro Studi Europeo in figures
| Average no. of students: | Adult courses in summer: 60 Adult courses throughout the year: 40 | |
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| Average no. of levels: | in summer: 5 throughout the year: 4 | |
| Italian teacher qualifications: | 100 % hold a university degree 100 % hold a recognised language teaching qualification | |
| Facilities for disabled students: | no | |
| Average age of students: | in summer: 26 years throughout the year: 28 years | |
| Minimum age of students: | 16 years 14 years for specific Junior courses | |
| Student nationalities: | Brazil 2 % Germany 25 % England 10 % France 4 % Holland 5 % | Japan 2 % Switzerland 13 % Spain 29 % USA 10 % |
All prices in EURO (convert currency) Below the original school prices are displayed. The 5% DISCOUNT on the tuition fee will automatically be deducted on receipt of your registration.
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in EURO | 270 | 510 | 720 | 900 | 1125 | 1350 | 1800 | 2250 | 2700 | 225 |
| To improve and strengthen one’s language proficiency in a short period of time. Afternoon sessions aim at mastering the subjects learned during the morning lessons. The course is recommended to all those who want to learn Italian quickly and effectively. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | Every Monday Beginner level start only: 04.Jan.2010 | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Morning: 9:10 - 12:50 Afternoon: 14:00 - 15:40 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in EURO | 180 | 340 | 465 | 580 | 725 | 870 | 1160 | 1450 | 1500 | 125 |
| Focuses on the gradual and balanced development of the four basic language skills: listening, reading, speaking and writing. Ideal to improve oral and written communication skills. Special discounts for long term courses: 24 weeks: Euro 3000, 36 weeks: Euro 4000 and 48 weeks: Euro 5000. This course can be combined with all creative and cultural courses. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | Every Monday Beginner level start only: 04.Jan.2010 | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Morning: 9:10 - 12:50 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in EURO | 90 | 170 | 240 | 290 | 350 | 420 | 560 | 700 | 840 | 70 |
| Recommended for those who wish to achieve quick progress in their theoretical knowledge as well as improve their speaking skills. Students can choose between conversation and grammar. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | Every Monday Beginner level start only: 04.Jan.2010 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in EURO | 60 | 110 | 160 | 210 | 263 | 315 | 420 | 525 | 630 | 54 |
| Developed for those who have limited time available and intend to improve their proficiency. Students can plan their lessons and decide how many hours to dedicate to conversation and grammar. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | Every Monday | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in EURO | -- | 640 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| The school offers a wide range of thematic courses about Italy, Tuscany and Florence, combined with Italian lessons. The main goal is to diffuse not only the language but also the immense and varied cultural heritage which Italy offers. Students can chose among: Art history, Contemporary Florence, Florence from Middle Ages to Renaissance, History, Social History from 1940 to 2000, Italy in the European Union, Literature, Contemporary Literature, Italian Cinema. The two-week programme consists of 40 hours of Italian and 20 of Culture. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | 2010: 04.Jan.2010 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Lower intermediate (B1) | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in EURO | -- | 650 | 875 | 1070 | 1340 | 1610 | 2150 | 2690 | 3230 | 270 |
| These programmes have been conceived to meet the needs of all those wishing to combine intensive language learning with the attendance of an art course to be chosen among Painting, Drawing, Sculpture and Ceramic. All schedules consist of 20 hours Italian lessons plus 10 hours of Visual Arts a week, for minimum 2, maximum 12 months. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | Every Monday Beginner level start only: 04.Jan.2010 | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Morning: 9:10 - 12:50 Afternoon: 15:00 - 17:00 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in EURO | 425 | 810 | 1215 | 1750 | 2312 | 2775 | 3700 | 4625 | 5855 | 425 |
| Share in the Italian passion for food and wine. EUROPASS’ cooking program includes Italian language lessons, while imparting the simple philosophy behind the preparation of traditional Italian meals. With an emphasis on typical Tuscan specialties, these courses are conducted in Italian and take place in a modern kitchen facility. Classes are open to the curios, food lover or aspiring and professional chefs. All courses are taught in Italian for a maximum of 12 weeks. Cooking class size: max 5 students. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | Every Monday Beginner level start only: 04.Jan.2010 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in EURO | -- | 700 | 935 | 1140 | 1425 | 1710 | 2280 | 2850 | 3420 | 285 |
| Leads one to expand communication, style and creativity by deepening their knowledge about light, lighting and composition. Basic photography skills are taught such as shooting without the help of a light meter. Digital technologies and professional processing systems used in professional applications will be studied during the whole course along with an introduction to basic photography history. Additional costs: materials such as films, chemicals for developing, paper, -renting a camera on request: €50 + €200 security deposit for 4 weeks | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | 2010: 04.Jan.2010 | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in EURO | -- | 640 | -- | 1348 | -- | -- | 2656 | -- | 3660 | -- |
| This jewellery making workshop is designed to provide the basic techniques. All instructors are qualified as Art Masters in jewellery at the Florence Institute of Arts. Elisabetta Tognetti, known for her signature “microsculpture” jewellery, teaches the art of jewellery making in her studio outside of Florence. A distinguished jeweler and practicing goldsmith, Tognetti guides and instructs students on traditional jewellery making and techniques, such as embossing, chiseling and engraving, based on their previous knowledge and future aspirations. With 20 years of experience, she imparts on her students the skills necessary to create unique pieces as well as invaluable techniques that she learned from her teachers such as Bino Bini and Giampaolo Babetto. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | Every Monday | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in EURO | 669 | 995 | 1545 | 1995 | 2590 | 3185 | 4375 | 5565 | 6755 | 669 |
| Enrich your child’s world. Introduce them to a new language and culture. Our programmes for Juniors teaches young adults a second language, while promoting an appreciation for diversity through language, sports, leisure, cultural activities and interaction with students of a similar age from around the world! The young adults are immersed in Italian life. They live with a carefully selected Italian host family, participate in supervised activities that encourage them to speak Italian, visit historical points of interest in and around Florence and enjoy traditional Tuscan meals. This programme is appropriate for mature young adults at least 14 years old who can travel to and from school walking or using public transport, experience the city independently and interact with other students of all ages and nationalities. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | 2010: 21.Jun.2010 Beginner level start only: 21.Jan.2010 | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Morning: 9:10 - 12:50 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in EURO | 359 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Five days of Tuscan language, culture, food and wine. Participants study Italian and view the region with ease and comfort. The week includes guided tours of Florence by foot and a leisurely travel to the Chianti countryside by bus, as well as visits to historical sights. The programme will be completed by a dinner in a traditional restaurant, for a bit of Tuscan flavour. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | 2010: 01.Mar.2010 | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Morning: 9:10 - 12:50 | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in EURO | -- | -- | -- | 1080 | -- | -- | 1660 | -- | 2000 | -- |
| The programme includes a preparatory course of Italian and an unpaid internship with an accurately selected Italian company. EUROPASS assists in choosing the internship company based on prior work experience, interests and level of Italian. Meetings are arranged with the internship coordinator of the planned place of employment, as well as support during the interview process. Interns will also receive assistance when requesting a permit and defining the contract agreement with the selected company | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | Every Monday Beginner level start only: 04.Jan.2010 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Upper intermediate (B2) | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in EURO | 510 | 970 | 1340 | 1680 | 2150 | 2620 | 3560 | 4500 | 5440 | 470 |
| A 4-hour standard language course in the morning, with additional 2 private lessons in the afternoon. Responds to individual needs and goals. Afternoon lessons are based on language practice and improvement of communication skills. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | Beginner level start only: 04.Jan.2010 | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Morning: 9:10 - 12:50 Afternoon: 14:00 - 15:40 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in EURO | 580 | 1140 | 1650 | 2160 | 2700 | 3240 | 4320 | 5400 | 6480 | 540 |
| For professionals whose work or studies demand full use of the Italian language. Highly personalized and flexible, it is structured around the specific needs of the student in terms of topics, areas of interest and time. Students specify the language skills they wish to develop and a field of concentration. From that staff create an adaptive and tailored program. Working Fields:Economy,Architecture, Business Correspondence, Journalism, Hotel Industry, Law, Medicine, Fashion, Opera, Translation, Tourism | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | Every Monday | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Upper intermediate (B2) | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in EURO | 510 | 970 | 1340 | 1680 | 2350 | 2820 | 3760 | 4700 | 5640 | 470 |
| Preparation for the CILS, CELI and CIC Language Certificate exams. Group morning classes refresh and deepen knowledge of Italian grammar and conversation according to individual needs and exam requirements. Students receive practical exam experience during the One-to One afternoon lessons. Furthermore, teaching staff can advise on the proper level of the exam to take and continuously supervise student’s progress. All material required, including copies of former tests, is available on site. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | Every Monday | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Elementary (A2) | |||||||||
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| Note: All courses offered by Europass, Centro Studi Europeo, Florence can be booked online with LanguageCourse.net. In case a course is not listed above, just mention the course description in the comment field of the online registration form. | |
| Lesson duration (minutes): | 50 minutes |
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| Individual classes: | Single individual lessons of tuition can be booked at 35 EURO. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses. |
| Exams offered: | CIC, CELI, CILS |
| School closed: | In 2010 (including national and regional bank holidays): 01.Jan.2010, 06.Jan.2010, 04.Apr.2010, 05.Apr.2010, 25.Apr.2010, 01.May.2010, 29.Jun.2010, 15.Aug.2010, 01.Nov.2010, 08.Dec.2010, 24.Dec.2010, 25.Dec.2010, 26.Dec.2010, 06.Jan.2010 - 31.Dec.2010 |
| Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school): | German, Italian, Spanish, English |
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Show details of all accommodations | weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | [+] | |
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| Price in EURO | 160 | 290 | 390 | 450 | 115 | |
| Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Shared apartments usually consist of 2 or 3 rooms shared by students of different nationalities and/or with the owner, usually either a student or a young worker. Apartments are located in the historic center and maximum 20 minutes walk from the school. Distance from school: 20 minutes walking Includes: TV, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Heating, No meals, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Double room (only for 2 people travelling together). Price extra night: 25 EURO Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price. | ||||||
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| Price in EURO | 300 | 595 | 880 | 1080 | 270 | |
| Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday The host families can consist of singles or couples of all ages, with or without children. The phone is available for receiving calls only. Distance from school: 15 minutes by public transport Includes: TV, Phone, Access to laundry service, Half board, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 40 EURO Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price. | ||||||
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| Price in EURO | 270 | 530 | 775 | 945 | 235 | |
| Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday The host families can consist of singles or couples of all ages, with or without children. The phone is available for receiving calls only. Distance from school: 15 minutes by public transport Includes: TV, Phone, Access to laundry service, Half board, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Double room (only for 2 people travelling together). Price extra night: 35 EURO Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price. | ||||||
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| Price in EURO | 180 | 335 | 460 | 540 | 100 | |
| Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday The host families can consist of singles or couples of all ages, with or without children. The phone is available for receiving calls only. Distance from school: 15 minutes by public transport Includes: TV, Phone, Access to laundry service, Breakfast, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Double room (only for 2 people travelling together). Price extra night: 30 EURO Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price. | ||||||
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| Price in EURO | 210 | 400 | 565 | 675 | 125 | |
| Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday The host families can consist of singles or couples of all ages, with or without children. The phone is available for receiving calls only. Distance from school: 15 minutes by public transport Includes: TV, Phone, Access to laundry service, Breakfast, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 35 EURO Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price. | ||||||
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| Price in EURO | 190 | 360 | 490 | 580 | 145 | |
| Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Shared apartments usually consist of 2 or 3 rooms shared by students of different nationalities and/or with the owner, usually either a student or a young worker. Apartments are located in the historic center and maximum 20 minutes walk from the school. Distance from school: 20 minutes walking Includes: TV, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Heating, No meals, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 30 EURO Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price. | ||||||
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| Comment | There is an extra charge in homestays to use the kitchen of 25 euros. Supplementary cost for rooms with private bathroom on request |
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| Max. 1 student of each nationality possible? | no |
| Optional airport transfer: | Amerigo Vespucci, Florence: for 50 EURO (one way) Pisa Airport: for 140 EURO (one way) |
| Leisure activities: | activity possible | course possible | organized by school | distance from school |
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| Dancing |  | 0 km | ||
| Diving | | 100 km | ||
| Golf | | 15 km | ||
| Horse riding | | 15 km | ||
| Mountainbiking | | 10 km | ||
| Music | | 0 km | ||
| Sailing | | 100 km | ||
| Skiing | | 60 km | ||
| Tennis | | 1 km | ||
| Volleyball | | 1 km | ||
| Windsurfing | | 100 km | ||
| Other leisure options: | Bike excursions, walks, football | |||
| Examples of social activities organised by Europass, Centro Studi Europeo: | Dinners, wine sampling, movies, trips | |||
| No. of reviews: | 1 |
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| Overall rating |  5.0/5.0 (Details) |
| City | 5.0/5.0 |
| Organisation | 5.0/5.0 |
| Facilities |  4.0/5.0 |
| Social activities | 4.0/5.0 |
| Course Quality / Progress in language | 5.0/5.0 |
| Value for money | 5.0/5.0 |
| Accommodation | |
| Host Family | --- |
| Shared flat (apartment) | 4.0/5.0 |
| Other | --- |
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