Machiavelli, Florence, Italy


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General Information on Florence

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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Cost of living in Italy

In the opinion of finance experts the price of a Big Mac is a good indicator of living expenses. The price of a Big Mac in Italy is around US$ 2.16.

2. Language School  Machiavelli, Florence

General Information on Machiavelli

The language school Machiavelli was founded in Florence, Italy in 1978. The school is located in the historic centre, on Piazza Santo Spirito, a short walk from Ponte Vecchio. The neighbourhood of Santo Spirito is lively and is home to artisan workshops, artist studios, shops, cafes, restaurants and cultural events, making it one of the preferred meeting places for Florentines.

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Facilities

Students have free access to an internet point near the school or can use school's wifi free of charge.



Airport transfer

Best arrival airport is Florence.  It takes 20  minutes by bus  to school.

2.1. Language School Machiavelli in Figures

Average no. of students: Adult courses in summer: 80
Adult courses throughout the year: 50
Average no. of levels: in summer: 6
throughout the year: 5
Italian teacher qualifications: 60 % hold a university degree
40 % hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Facilities for disabled students: partly
Average age of students: in summer: 24 years
throughout the year: 25 years
Minimum age of students: 16 years
Student nationalities: Brazil 1 %
China 3 %
England 10 %
France 5 %
Holland 5 %
Japan 30 %
Korea 3 %
Switzerland 1 %
Spain 10 %
USA 5 %

3. Italian Courses

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.

1
Intensive  / Lessons per week: 20  / Max. group size: 12
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 [+]
Price EURO -- 340 430 520 620 720 860 1060 1220 100
Comment Minimum duration 2 weeks.
Dates Starting dates: 07.Jan, 21.Jan, 04.Feb, 18.Feb, 03.Mar, 17.Mar, 31.Mar, 14.Apr, 28.Apr, 12.May, 26.May, 09.Jun, 23.Jun, 07.Jul, 21.Jul, 04.Aug, 18.Aug, 01.Sep, 15.Sep, 29.Sep, 13.Oct, 27.Oct, 10.Nov, 24.Nov, 09.Dec
Required minimum language level Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required
2
Super-Intensive  / Lessons per week: 30  / Max. group size: 12
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 [+]
Price EURO -- 500 700 900 1100 1300 1700 2100 2500 200
Comment Minimum duration 2 weeks.
Dates Starting dates: 07.Jan, 21.Jan, 04.Feb, 18.Feb, 03.Mar, 17.Mar, 31.Mar, 14.Apr, 28.Apr, 12.May, 26.May, 09.Jun, 23.Jun, 07.Jul, 21.Jul, 04.Aug, 18.Aug, 01.Sep, 15.Sep, 29.Sep, 13.Oct, 27.Oct, 10.Nov, 24.Nov, 09.Dec
Required minimum language level Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required
3
Semi-Intensive  / Lessons per week: 10  / Max. group size: 12
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 [+]
Price EURO -- 230 320 410 500 590 770 950 1130 90
Comment Minimum duration 2 weeks.
Dates Starting dates: 07.Jan, 21.Jan, 04.Feb, 18.Feb, 03.Mar, 17.Mar, 31.Mar, 14.Apr, 28.Apr, 12.May, 26.May, 09.Jun, 23.Jun, 07.Jul, 21.Jul, 04.Aug, 18.Aug, 01.Sep, 15.Sep, 29.Sep, 13.Oct, 27.Oct, 10.Nov, 24.Nov, 09.Dec
Required minimum language level Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required
4
History of Art  / Lessons per week: 5  / Max. group size: 1
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 [+]
Price EURO -- 380 -- -- -- -- -- -- -- --
Comment Duration 2 weeks.
Dates Starting dates: 07.Jan, 21.Jan, 04.Feb, 18.Feb, 03.Mar, 17.Mar, 31.Mar, 14.Apr, 28.Apr, 12.May, 26.May, 09.Jun, 23.Jun, 07.Jul, 21.Jul, 04.Aug, 18.Aug, 01.Sep, 15.Sep, 29.Sep, 13.Oct, 27.Oct, 10.Nov, 24.Nov, 09.Dec
Required minimum language level Lower intermediate (B1)
5
Generation Over 50  / Lessons per week: 15  / Max. group size: 12
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 [+]
Price EURO -- 450 620 820 1020 1220 1620 2020 2420 200
Comment Participants plan the programme together with the teacher and decide on a pace and syllabus which suit their needs and ability. Duration 2 weeks.
Dates Starting dates: 07.Jan, 21.Jan, 04.Feb, 18.Feb, 03.Mar, 17.Mar, 31.Mar, 14.Apr, 28.Apr, 12.May, 26.May, 09.Jun, 23.Jun, 07.Jul, 21.Jul, 04.Aug, 18.Aug, 01.Sep, 15.Sep, 29.Sep, 13.Oct, 27.Oct, 10.Nov, 24.Nov, 09.Dec
Required minimum language level Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required
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Commercial Italian  / Lessons per week: 5  / Max. group size: 1
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 [+]
Price EURO -- 350 -- -- -- -- -- -- -- --
Comment Duration 2 weeks.
Dates Starting dates: 07.Jan, 21.Jan, 04.Feb, 18.Feb, 03.Mar, 17.Mar, 31.Mar, 14.Apr, 28.Apr, 12.May, 26.May, 09.Jun, 23.Jun, 07.Jul, 21.Jul, 04.Aug, 18.Aug, 01.Sep, 15.Sep, 29.Sep, 13.Oct, 27.Oct, 10.Nov, 24.Nov, 09.Dec
Required minimum language level Lower intermediate (B1)
Lesson duration (minutes): 50 minutes
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Inscription fee: 30.00  EURO
Individual classes: Single individual lessons of tuition can be booked at 33 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.
Prices include: tuition
Course material: Generally course material is distributed free to students but has to be returned to the school at end of course.
Exams offered: CILS
Average examination results: 95% at CILS
School closed: National holidays in Italy:
01.Jan, 01.Jun, 24.Mar, 25.Apr, 01.May, 02.Jun, 15.Aug, 01.Nov, 08.Dec, 25.Dec, 26.Dec
And also on the following dates 24.Jun
General opening hours for class lectures:: Morning: 9:20 - 13:00
Afternoon: 13:30 - 17:10
Languages taught at the school: Italian
Comments on the school: After 10 private lessons, the rate per private lessons will be 30 euros instead of 33.

4. Accommodation

All prices in EURO (convert currency)

1
Hostel (dormitory) From 91 EURO week
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2
Shared apartment // Single room
Minimum stay in weeks: 2   Distance from school: 15 minutes walking
Accommodation weekly rate monthly rate
Price EURO 125 460
Comment Please note: Accommodation MUST be booked in two week blocks. If a student takes a course for an odd number of weeks, they must pay an extra week. The price for half board is 34 Euros per day (includes room and meals)..
Includes: Kitchen, No meals, Shared bathroom.
Room Occupancy: Single room.
No extra nights bookable.
3
Shared apartment // Double room
Minimum stay in weeks: 2   Distance from school: 15 minutes walking
Accommodation weekly rate monthly rate
Price EURO 100 320
Comment Please note: Accommodation MUST be booked in two week blocks. If a student takes a course for an odd number of weeks, they must pay an extra week. The price for half board is 28 Euros per day per person (includes room and meals). Only available for 2 students travelling together..
Includes: Kitchen, No meals, Shared bathroom.
Room Occupancy: Double room (only for 2 people travelling together).
No extra nights bookable.
4
Hotel // Single room
 Distance from school: 15 minutes walking
Accommodation weekly rate monthly rate
Price EURO 385 1540
Comment Rates start FROM 55 Euros per night..
Includes: No meals, Shared bathroom.
Room Occupancy: Single room.
Price extra night: 55 EURO
Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.
* if stated here, the language school will charge an additional one time fee for booking the accommodation
Max. 1 student of each nationality possible? yes
Single room on request
Optional airport transfer: yes, for 60 EURO (one way)
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5. Leisure activities

Leisure activities: activity possible course possible organized by school distance from school
Dancing     1 km
Diving     1 km
Golf     10 km
Horse riding     10 km
Mountainbiking     10 km
Music     0 km
Sailing     90 km
Skiing     40 km
Squash     4 km
Tennis     2 km
Volleyball     2 km
Windsurfing     80 km
Other leisure options: Dinners & parties.
Examples of social activities
organised by Machiavelli:
Guided tours and soccer games.

6. Evaluation

No. of evaluations: 45
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8. Brochures

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