Centro Studi Italiani Genoa, Italy
Via Edilio Raggio 1, int.3 - 16124 Genoa - see on mapPay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
- E-learning platform.
- Excellent nationality mix. No student nationality makes up more than 15% of students.
- Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students.
- E-learning platform.
Special Offers
Location: Centro Studi Italiani is situated in the Italian city of Genoa. Not far from the central area of the city, the school is close to the port of Genoa. The city’s main attractions are all within walking distance from Centro Studi Italiani.
Getting around: The school has a large selection of public transportation connections close to the building. There is one metro line running through the city, and the school is just over a five minute walk from the Darsena Metro Station. There are plenty of bus routes that stop close to Centro Studi Italiani, so it is possible to reach all areas of Genoa from the school.
Course selection: Centro Studi Italiani offers all levels of language courses, opera and dance programmes, arts & crafts courses (cookery, art, ceramics,etc.) and cultural tours of Italy. Centro Studi Italiani is also a partner of prestigious international universities offering academic and non-academic courses in Italy. The programmes are therefore flexible, adaptable, varied, rich and unique. Classes are intentionally small to allow students to best relate to each other while enjoying personalised and individual attention from teachers.
Additional information: There are a number of extra services available at the school that students may need to study in Italy including visa assistance, residence permit assistance, medical assistance and the Student ID.
Chain information: The Centro Studi Italiani chain of schools offers Italian courses throughout Italy in the cities of Genoa, Milan and Urbania. All schools share the ethos of providing their students with a complete language experience, which includes learning more about the Italian language but also immersing themselves in the country’s culture.
Italian Courses
General Language
Group Course: IMPARIAMO! Intensive Course
This course tends to sell out quickly!20 lessons per week | 10 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€200€190 / week More
Group Course: IMPARIAMO! Intensive Course
This course tends to sell out quickly!
20 lessons per week | 10 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
€200€190 / week
More
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 16 | 20 | 24 | 48 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 200 190 | 390 371 | 570 542 | 740 703 | 1,050 998 | 1,320 1,254 | 1,550 1,473 | 2,140 2,033 | 2,490 2,366 | 2,810 2,670 | 4,730 4,494 |
| Price in US$ | 221 | 431 | 630 | 817 | 1,160 | 1,458 | 1,712 | 2,363 | 2,749 | 3,102 | 5,222 |
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- Starting dates
- For all levels except of absolute beginners:Every MondaySee starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken an Italian course before:
07 Jan 2026, 30 Mar 2026, 08 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 05 Oct 2026
Special Offers:
5.00 % discount: 5.00 % discount on tuition fees only - Discount applicable when a group of friends (from 2 to 5 people) book and attend a course together. .
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:15 - 13:15 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
- Lesson duration
- 55 min
Student reviews about "Group Course: IMPARIAMO! Intensive Course" at Centro Studi Italiani
Juliane
"Great class. Super teacher."
Jana
"Intensive was good. I wanted additional homework and I got some."
Helga
"Good mix: reading, speaking, grammar."
Eva
"I did not take part in any afternoon activities, so I cannot say anything about it"
Aline
"The school is small and simple, but the people are really nice.
I would like to make an special compliment to Kristi, who is an amazing teacher :)"
Linda
"There was a big difference regarding the level of the students. For me, it was bad because I was in level one and in another class, in level three. It was a big problem because I could not get help. The teacher in the other class didn't give me time to understand.
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Edward
"The teacher was excellent. The only comment was that the classroom was a bit uncomfortable and hard to hear in. There was too much echo."
Additional information for all courses
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Group Course: IMPARIAMO MOLTO! Fully Intensive Course
In high demand!30 lessons per week | 10 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€425€404 / week More
Group Course: IMPARIAMO MOLTO! Fully Intensive Course
In high demand!
30 lessons per week | 10 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
€425€404 / week
More
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 425 404 | 800 760 | 1,175 1,117 | 1,500 1,425 |
| Price in US$ | 470 | 884 | 1,298 | 1,656 |
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- Starting dates
- For all levels except of absolute beginners:Every MondaySee starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken an Italian course before:
07 Jan 2026, 30 Mar 2026, 08 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 05 Oct 2026
Special Offers:
5.00 % discount: 5.00 % discount on tuition fees only - Discount applicable when a group of friends (from 2 to 5 people) book and attend a course together. .
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
If there is only 1 student in the afternoon part of the course, the 10 group lessons will be converted into 5 one-to-one lessons per week.
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 6 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:15 - 13:15
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:00 - Possible course durations
- 1, 2, 3, 4 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
- Lesson duration
- 55 min
Student reviews about "Group Course: IMPARIAMO MOLTO! Fully Intensive Course" at Centro Studi Italiani
Miaki
"Intensive course 30h"
Additional information for all courses
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Group Course: BENVENUTO! Light Course12 lessons per week | 10 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€130€124 / week More
Group Course: BENVENUTO! Light Course
12 lessons per week | 10 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
€130€124 / week
More
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 16 | 20 | 24 | 48 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 130 124 | 250 238 | 360 342 | 460 437 | 660 627 | 850 808 | 1,030 979 | 1,510 1,435 | 1,790 1,701 | 2,070 1,967 | 3,750 3,563 |
| Price in US$ | 144 | 276 | 398 | 508 | 729 | 939 | 1,138 | 1,667 | 1,976 | 2,286 | 4,140 |
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- Starting dates
- For all levels except of absolute beginners:Every MondaySee starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken an Italian course before:
07 Jan 2026, 30 Mar 2026, 08 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 05 Oct 2026
Classes take place 3 days a week.
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 2-3 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:15 - 13:15 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
- Lesson duration
- 55 min
Student reviews about "Group Course: BENVENUTO! Light Course" at Centro Studi Italiani
Marlene
"A really great course that was great fun."
Additional information for all courses
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Private
One-to-One Conversation Course in Italian for Individuals10 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€225€214 / week More
One-to-One Conversation Course in Italian for Individuals
10 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
€225€214 / week
More
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 225 214 | 425 404 |
| Price in US$ | 249 | 470 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
1 lesson of 30 minutes: EUR 25.
Packages of 10 and 20 sessions available.
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 2 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 10:00 - 11:00
Afternoon: 18:00 - 19:00 - Possible course durations
- 1, 2 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
- Lesson duration
- 55 min
Additional information for all courses
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One-to-One Italian Language Course for Individuals10 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€405€385 / week More
One-to-One Italian Language Course for Individuals
10 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
€405€385 / week
More
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 405 385 | 765 727 |
| Price in US$ | 448 | 845 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
1 lesson of 60 minutes: EUR 45.
Packages of 10 and 20 sessions available.
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 2 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 10:00 - 11:00
Afternoon: 18:00 - 19:00 - Possible course durations
- 1, 2 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
- Lesson duration
- 55 min
Additional information for all courses
See Availability
One-to-Two Conversation Course in Italian for Couples10 lessons per week | 2 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€135€129 / week More
One-to-Two Conversation Course in Italian for Couples
10 lessons per week | 2 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
€135€129 / week
More
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 135 129 | 255 243 |
| Price in US$ | 150 | 282 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Price per person.
1 lesson: EUR 15
Price per person.
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 2 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 10:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 18:00 - 19:00 - Possible course durations
- 1, 2 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 2 / Average: 2
- Lesson duration
- 55 min
Additional information for all courses
See Availability
One-to-Two Italian Language Course for Couples10 lessons per week | 2 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€225€214 / week More
One-to-Two Italian Language Course for Couples
10 lessons per week | 2 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
€225€214 / week
More
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 225 214 | 425 404 |
| Price in US$ | 249 | 470 |
See Availability
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Price per person.
1 lesson of 60 minutes: EUR 25 per person.
Packages of 10 and 20 sessions available.
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 2 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 10:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 18:00 - 19:00 - Possible course durations
- 1, 2 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 2 / Average: 2
- Lesson duration
- 55 min
Additional information for all courses
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Our prices for Centro Studi Italiani include
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
- INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
- INCLUDED Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students
- INCLUDED Elearning platform
Genoa1/13
Students2/13
Successful Course3/13
Lessons4/13
Class in session5/13
Students in class6/13
Lessons7/13
Entrance8/13
9/13
Tasting time10/13
Home cooking lessons11/13
Graduation12/13
WELL DONE!13/13
Student opinions about Centro Studi Italiani, Genoa
4.4
Overall school rating of
Centro Studi Italiani, Genoa
Centro Studi Italiani, Genoa
55 authentic ratings from students who booked with us
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Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years (1 rating)
Students 18-30 years (14 ratings)
Students 31-49 years (11 ratings)
Students 50+ years (26 ratings)
Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Boris
39 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Great teachers, central location.”
“Unfortunately, the classrooms were small and not as well equipped as the schools I’ve attended in the past. There was no course available for C1 level. Had I known that, I would have gone to a different school.”
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Course: Group Course: IMPARIAMO MOLTO! Fully Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 20. Apr. 2026
Britta
61 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The teaching was top notch. I learned a lot.”
Juliane
41 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Everything.”
Quality of teaching / language progress: Great class. Super teacher.
Other comments: Wonderfully welcoming school.
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Course: Group Course: IMPARIAMO! Intensive Course - 1 week
Review date: 9. Sep. 2025
Francesca
61 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“We were given ample time to practice what we learned.”
“The room was noisy and hot.”
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Course: Group Course: IMPARIAMO! Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 7. Jul. 2025
Jana
54 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“I really liked the quality of the lessons, the teachers were great, very experienced and very patient.”
“Air conditioning would be recommended, otherwise it is very noisy with the window open.”
Insider tip: “Apartment in the centro storico, everything within walking distance.”
Quality of teaching / language progress: Intensive was good. I wanted additional homework and I got some.
Other comments: Everyone very friendly and helpful!
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Course: Group Course: IMPARIAMO! Intensive Course - 1 week
Review date: 24. Jun. 2025
Helga
75 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“I really liked the way the lessons were taught, a good mix of everything (writing, reading, grammar and speaking). I had a very competent and friendly teacher.”
“When 10 people are talking at once, it's a bit noisy, which can be attributed to the high ceilings. That's the only thing I've noticed.”
Insider tip: “I really liked the aquarium.”
Quality of teaching / language progress: Good mix: reading, speaking, grammar.
Other comments: Easy to reach by public transport.
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Course: Group Course: IMPARIAMO! Intensive Course - 1 week
Review date: 14. Apr. 2025
Marlene
29 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“It was so much fun! I was afraid beforehand that 4 hours a day would be far too strenuous, but the exact opposite was the case. Very enriching lessons with a great teacher and nice people. At no point did I feel like I was in an exam situation. I learnt a lot in a very pleasant atmosphere, which made learning a lot of fun. I can recommend it to anyone!”
Insider tip: “See the different neighbourhoods, drive up to the heights, explore the Ligurian beaches.”
Quality of teaching / language progress: A really great course that was great fun.
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Course: Group Course: BENVENUTO! Light Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 9. Sep. 2024
Renata
52 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“I generally thought everything was good...”
“I didn't notice any weakness.”
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Course: Group Course: IMPARIAMO! Intensive Course - 1 week
Review date: 20. May. 2024
Paula
67 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The strong point of the school is the teacher Giada who did a very professional job. She was pedagogical, interactive with good methods, exercises, reviews. She managed the group and class situation very well and took into account the development needs, skills and strengths of the individuals. However, do not have experience with other teachers than Giada. Very good behaviour also with the administration.”
“The venue does not match the quality in comparison to Swedish standard but the beautiful building and the location in the centre of the old town is absolutely perfect.”
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Course: Group Course: IMPARIAMO! Intensive Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 23. Nov. 2023
Sabine
52 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Very helpful”
“Unfortunately only one toilet”
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Course: Group Course: IMPARIAMO! Intensive Course - 1 week
Review date: 8. Mar. 2022
Robert
71 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Sara was able to respond individually to my interests and abilities.”
Quality of teaching / language progress: I did not book any additional activities and excursions. The private lessons with Sarah were very good and extremely competent. I learned a lot and benefited a lot.
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Course: One-to-One Course 10 - 2 weeks
Review date: 28. Feb. 2020
Eva
62 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“* We were a small group.
* Interesting discussions
* All further questions were answered.”
* Interesting discussions
* All further questions were answered.”
Quality of teaching / language progress: I did not take part in any afternoon activities, so I cannot say anything about it
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Course: Group Course: IMPARIAMO! Intensive Course - 1 week
Review date: 21. Sep. 2019
Estrella
67 yearsOverall rating
3.0
“Very good teacher and nice atmosphere.”
Quality of teaching / language progress: Nice teachers, little content, inadequate location, if I could have canceled it without penalty I would have done it; I told a colleague to come who came one day and did not come back.
Other comments: Other schools offer free walking tours, somtimes organised by the teachers.
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Course: Italiano Cucinando - 1 week
Review date: 18. Sep. 2019
Miaki
29 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Tutors are all competent and at your disposal.”
Insider tip: “Intensive course is recommended for those who want to improve level quickly.”
Quality of teaching / language progress: Intensive course 30h
Other comments: I'll definitely come back to Scuola Tricolore if I have a chance to take Italian class again.
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Course: Group Course: IMPARIAMO MOLTO! Fully Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 21. May. 2019
Jaana
Overall rating
3.0
“Very nice teachers.”
Insider tip: “It's a very small school, but it's bigger in the summer.”
Other comments: Thank you all!
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Course: Group Course: IMPARIAMO! Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 29. Oct. 2018
Anna
35 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Recreation room”
Insider tip: “If you are ready to study grammar for 4 hours, this school is a great choice for you. They give you home work and then just check it during the lesson.
The teachers are young.
Do not expect to get any books, they'll just give you printouts during the lesson.
The school organized very few free activities.... to meet other students. Do not agree to live at Mura delle Cappucine 38 ... it's not really clean there and they won't prepare your room for your arrival.
Ask for rooms with windows that overlook the courtyard, not the roadway.”
The teachers are young.
Do not expect to get any books, they'll just give you printouts during the lesson.
The school organized very few free activities.... to meet other students. Do not agree to live at Mura delle Cappucine 38 ... it's not really clean there and they won't prepare your room for your arrival.
Ask for rooms with windows that overlook the courtyard, not the roadway.”
Other comments: Host administrators (director) of the school are very nice.
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Course: Group Course: IMPARIAMO! Intensive Course - 3 weeks
Review date: 23. Jul. 2018
Airi
69 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Good linguistic progress”
Insider tip: “I do not know”
Other comments: excellent
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Course: Italiano Culturando (Italian & Cultural Activities) - 2 weeks
Review date: 26. May. 2018
Valerie
49 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“There are two teachers, a very friendly atmosphere and meetings with other students.”
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Course: Group Course: IMPARIAMO! Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 30. Oct. 2017
Lea
30 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“My teacher and my classmades”
Insider tip: “Use every second to meet other students in your free time ;-) Go for it!”
Other comments: I missed a bar or meeting point on the first school day to meet all the other students from other class groups to get to know each other and not just those in my own class.
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Course: Group Course: IMPARIAMO! Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 2. Sep. 2017
Kah
43 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“All the teachers were friendly and excellent. I enjoyed learning from them. I liked the step-wise introduction of vocabulary and learning them in context.”
Insider tip: “Genoa is a hilly city. Take all the elevators and funicolari to see what is up there. There's lots to discover. Do things that you normally do at home such as going to sporting clubs or swing dancing. It's a good way to meet locals, make new friends and practice your Italian. Maybe you can even do something you've not done before.”
Other comments: There is an elevator to the school in the building.
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Course: Mixed Course (20 Group + 10 Individual) - 4 weeks
Review date: 8. Aug. 2017
James
22 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Our teacher”
Insider tip: “Make sure you study a bit before you go, so you don't get thrown into the deep end.”
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Course: Group Course: IMPARIAMO! Intensive Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 26. Jul. 2017
Eva
22 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Our teacher”
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Course: Italiano Gustando (Italian & Culinary Activities) - 2 weeks
Review date: 9. Jul. 2017
Kari Othilie
Overall rating
4.0
“Skilled teachers”
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Course: Light Course 14 - 2 weeks
Review date: 16. May. 2017
Patricia
57 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Courses in March, we are three female students !!”
Insider tip: “Genoa is truly a beautiful city and March a good month to study and visit, and above all the school offers high quality courses even in the less tourist season”
Other comments: the staff is very friendly and helps you in case of any problems
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Course: Group Course: IMPARIAMO! Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 21. Mar. 2017
Sigbritt Elisabeth
69 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Knowledgeable and friendly staff.”
Other comments: Not so many levels as I had expected. Ended up in the difficult group, but learned a lot anyway. However, quite stressful. Poor lighting and poor acoustics in classrooms.
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Course: Mixed Course (20 Group + 4 Individual) - 2 weeks
Review date: 14. Nov. 2016
Olga
23 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“I was an absolute beginner. I spoke Italian after 3 weeks.”
Insider tip: “If you are an absolute beginner, there could be some difficulties in the first days of study, because there are no new student group every week, you join an already existing group.”
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Course: Group Course: IMPARIAMO MOLTO! Fully Intensive Course - 3 weeks
Review date: 12. Sep. 2016
Mary
60 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Rosanna and Richard were very welcoming and accommodating. Christelle, the morning teacher, was exceptional. I had hoped for more conversation in the afternoons.”
Insider tip: “The city has so much to see and if you get the 40 euro museum pass you will get to many of them. The Palazzi Rolli tour that is arranged by the school gets you into many of the places that a tourist isn't permitted.”
Other comments: The school has great accommodations that they arrange and if you have any problems they quickly fix them.
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Course: Group Course: IMPARIAMO MOLTO! Fully Intensive Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 18. Aug. 2014
Louise
55 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Very friendly. Very helpful owners, keen to make sure that all problems were resolved. Lots of activities organised but they were quite expensive.”
Other comments: The teaching is traditional, with a lot of emphasis on grammar and written exercises. I would have liked a specific conversation session every day, rather than just having some conversation built into the general morning programme.
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Course: Group Course: IMPARIAMO MOLTO! Fully Intensive Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 5. Aug. 2014
Ruth
27 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Great teachers, small classes, friendly atmosphere”
Insider tip: “Vico Restaurant in Porto Antico!”
Other comments: I wish I would have stayed longer!
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Course: Group Course: IMPARIAMO! Intensive Course - 3 weeks
Review date: 24. Jun. 2014
Jörn
57 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“I was there for 2 weeks in November/December. Therefore, the classes were very small, 2 or 3 students. The level of the class was higher than mine, but they offered me a lot of help and options to learn. I had a great and ambitious teacher who invested time and energy to answer questions. I learned a lot and could have learned more if I had invested more time and energy but Genoa is a very interesting city! You can learn in 2 weeks as much as in 6 months in evening classes as home.”
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Course: Group Course: IMPARIAMO! Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 15. Dec. 2013
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Centro Studi Italiani
“I'm sure about three things: our location, our didactics and teaching method and the satisfaction our students have after our courses”–Carlo Amedeo Pasotto,Director of Centro Studi Italiani
- Accreditations and Quality seals
- Italian teacher qualifications
- 100% hold a university degree100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
- Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
- Student gender mix
- 40% male / 60% female
- Offer for returning students
- When you book here, you will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you have already attended a course previously at Centro Studi Italiani.
- Year of school foundation
- 1985
General school facilities
Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Snack vending machine
Drink vending machine
Library
Movie rental
Lounge
Student support desk
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)
Paid parking (<500m)
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in most classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 6
- Number of public PC workstations: 2
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| Germany | 11% |
| USA | 9% |
| England | 7% |
| Netherlands | 6% |
| Spain | 6% |
| France | 4% |
| Sweden | 4% |
| Brazil | 2% |
| Japan | 2% |
| Israel | 2% |
| Turkey | 2% |
| Switzerland | 2% |
| Italy | 2% |
| China | 2% |
| Korea | 1% |
| Chile | 1% |
| Other nationalities | 37% |
Age of students
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 2% |
| 18-24 years | 21% |
| 25-34 years | 32% |
| 35-50 years | 32% |
| >50 years | 13% |
The average age outside summer is 7 years higher than in summer.
- Average number of students
- In summer: 140Throughout the year: 80
- Minimum age of students
- 18 years16 years for specific Junior courses
- Average number of levels
- Adult courses In summer: 6Adult courses Throughout the year: 6Junior courses In summer: 6Junior courses Throughout the year: 6
- Average age of students
- In summer: 27 yearsThroughout the year: 34 years
Information for all courses offered by Centro Studi Italiani
- Lesson duration
- 55 minutes
- School's administrative fee
- €50
- Course material
- Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
- Comments about courses
These courses are available on request only:
- Combined courses (group course plus hours of private/couple lessons),
- Italian course plus cooking classes,
- Italian course plus cultural activities,
- Italian course plus culinary activities.
- Combined courses (group course plus hours of private/couple lessons),
- Individual classes
- Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 45 €. 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.
- Days without class
- In 2026 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2026, 06 Jan 2026, 05 Apr 2026, 06 Apr 2026, 25 Apr 2026, 01 May 2026, 02 Jun 2026, 24 Jun 2026, 15 Aug 2026, 04 Oct 2026, 01 Nov 2026, 08 Dec 2026, 24 Dec 2026, 25 Dec 2026, 26 Dec 2026.If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools. - Level test
- A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via an online form.
Lessons needed per Italian language level
The data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.
Airport transfer
- Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport:
- €45 one way
€90 return (both ways)
Best arrival airport is Genoa Airport Cristoforo Colombo (GOA).
Leisure activities
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- - Seminars
- Guided welcome tour of Genoa
- Italian movies at the school Adults - Paid activities
- - Sailing trips on weekends (EUR 45)
- Guided tour of historic speciality stores of Genoa (EUR 15)
- Wine tasting (EUR 25)
- Chocolate and candy tasting (EUR 20)
- Macramé course (EUR 25)
- Canoeing (EUR 20)
- Cooking classes (EUR 45)
- Tour of 'Rolli' Palaces (EUR 15)
- Hiking (EUR 15 to EUR 40)
- Guided tour of Staglieno
- Cemetery (EUR 5) - Video about leisure activities at Centro Studi Italiani Genoa
Accommodation
Homestay
In high demand!
8 ratings Single room, Breakfast 
Shared bathroom
from
€315/ week Show more
Homestay
In high demand!
8 ratings
Single room, Breakfast
Shared bathroom
from
€315/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 315 | 630 | 945 | 1260 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 367 | 733 | 1,099 | 1,465 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Extra meal (lunch/dinner): EUR 15 per week.
- Check-in
- Sunday
- Check-out
- Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Price extra night
- €45 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Includes
- TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Heating, Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- Breakfast.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
Independent Apartment
3 ratings Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
from
€490/ week Show more
Independent Apartment
3 ratings
Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
from
€490/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 490 | 980 | 1470 | 1960 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 570 | 1,139 | 1,709 | 2,278 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Weekly prices range from EUR 490 to EUR 750 per week.
- Check-in
- Sunday
- Check-out
- Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Private bathroom
- Included
- Includes
- TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
No extra nights bookable
Shared Apartment
10 ratings Single room, No meals
Shared bathroom
from
€200/ week Show more
Shared Apartment
10 ratings
Single room, No meals
Shared bathroom
from
€200/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 200 | 400 | 600 | 800 | 1000 | 1200 | 1400 | 1600 | 2000 | 2400 | 200 |
| Price in US$ | 233 | 465 | 698 | 930 | 1,162 | 1,395 | 1,627 | 1,860 | 2,324 | 2,789 | 233 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Weekly prices range from EUR 200 to EUR 350 per week.
Weekly prices range from EUR 490 to EUR 650 per week.
- Check-in
- Sunday
- Check-out
- Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Includes
- Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
No extra nights bookable
Questions and answers about Centro Studi Italiani
Is the institute accredited?
“Yes, Centro Studi Italiani is accredited from EDUITALIA and LICET.”
Sawsan Zein, LanguageCourse.Net - Jan 24, 2025
Does the school perform a level test before the course starts?
“Yes, the test is sent by email and must be completed before the course starts (as far as possible). The deadline for returning the test is usually the Thursday before the course starts.”
Sara, Adminstration from Centro Studi Italiani, Genoa - May 07, 2024
Do I need to bring anything specific with me on the first day of school, or is pen and paper enough?
“Please just drop by in the morning. First day of school, we’ll give our students our welcome bag with notebooks, pen and our book!”
Sara, Adminstration from Centro Studi Italiani, Genoa - May 07, 2024
Are there online courses at the school?
“Yes, the school has a selection of online courses. There are group online courses, private online courses as well as semi-private online packages for two students of the same level. ”
Carolyne Tomisson, LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 30, 2022
I want a semi-private class so I can practice my conversational Italian but I do not know anyone who is at the same level as me. How can I book this?
“That is not a problem! The reception desk can see if they have any students in the same situation, and see if they can match you with someone. ”
Carolyne Tomisson, LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 30, 2022
FAQ about Centro Studi Italiani, Genoa
On which days does the part-time course (12 lessons per week) take place?
“Students can choose which days they come to school, so it's 3 days from Monday to Friday (except first day of course, the first day of the course has to be on a Monday). Every week the student has to communicate to us on which days they would like to attend the course.”
Sara Castello, Coordinator from Centro Studi Italiani - Nov 11, 2021
What is the most popular accommodation offered by Centro Studi Italiani?
“The accommodation Homestay is the most popular among all our clients of Centro Studi Italiani”
Is it possible to take a course at Centro Studi Italiani as an absolute beginner?
“Yes. The following courses can be attended as an absolute beginner: Group Course: IMPARIAMO! Intensive Course, Group Course: IMPARIAMO MOLTO! Fully Intensive Course, Group Course: BENVENUTO! Light Course”
Is airport pickup offered by Centro Studi Italiani?
“Yes. The school offers pickup from Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport (45 €)”
What is the number of students per class at Centro Studi Italiani?
“Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Centro Studi Italiani varies from 1 (One-to-One Conversation Course in Italian for Individuals) to 10 students (Group Course: IMPARIAMO! Intensive Course)”
Which countries are students of Centro Studi Italiani from?
“The highest Nationality percentage at Centro Studi Italiani comes from Germany with a 11% representation, followed by students from USA (9%) and England (7%).”
Centro Studi Italiani offers courses for which ages?
“Centro Studi Italiani offers courses from 18 years to 99. The average age is 27 during the summer and 34 the rest of the year.”
Terms of Centro Studi Italiani
- First day of course
- Students should arrive at 9:15
- Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
- Legal name/parent company
- Centro Studi Italiani srl | Tax registration ID: IT02040841005
Visa Documents
Nationals from United Kingdom do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 90 days.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
- School fee for issuing the visa documents:
- 100 €
- Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
- Yes
- Express shipment fee (via courier)
- 35 €
- Free shipment via regular mail
- Yes
- Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
- School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.
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If there are only 2 students in the class, the 20 group lessons will be converted into 15 two-to-one lessons per week. If there is only 1 student in the class, the 20 group lessons will be converted into 10 one-to-one lessons per week.