ILM - Istituto Linguistico Mediterraneo, Viareggio, Italy

The Super Intensive course is the best option for those students who want to take their Italian language skills as far as possible, and also in as little time as possible. This is done through a weekly schedule of 30 lessons, which represents a significant time commitment from participants. Group classes take place during the morning sessions, while the afternoons are reserved for your two hours of private lessons. 20 group classes, and 10 private lessons per week.

In order to make sure that the group is always engaged, the teachers here employ a wide range of different activities, which might take the form of watching movie clips, examining song lyrics, debates about social issues, and so on. The main foundation of your study time, however, will be the study of grammar and understanding the structure of the Italian language.

Please note that the private classes will be completely tailored to your interests and goals, so it is worth giving some thought as to what you would like to focus on during these sessions.

The General Italian course covers many bases, and is structured essentially in two parts:

The first part centres primarily around the study and analysis of Italian grammar, and the structural elements of the language.

After the teacher has guided the class through a topic, the students consolidate their learning through exercises, done both in class and at home.

The second part consists of activities that develop communication skills, encouraging students’ written and spoken expression.

Through games, role play, reading, discussions, listening exercises, songs, films, short compositions and dictations, our mother-tongue Italian teachers, all of whom are qualified in the teaching of Italian to foreigners, guide students towards a global understanding of the Italian language.

Elements of Italian culture and civilization are always topics of conversation during the Italian lessons. In line with the students’ level of Italian, the subjects discussed range from simple (for example the sequence of dishes of a typical Italian meal) to more complex (for example current affairs in Italy), which encourage some debate.

The General Italian course covers many bases, and is structured essentially in two parts:

The first part centres primarily around the study and analysis of Italian grammar, and the structural elements of the language.

After the teacher has guided the class through a topic, the students consolidate their learning through exercises, done both in class and at home.

The second part consists of activities that develop communication skills, encouraging students’ written and spoken expression.

Through games, role play, reading, discussions, listening exercises, songs, films, short compositions and dictations, our mother-tongue Italian teachers, all of whom are qualified in the teaching of Italian to foreigners, guide students towards a global understanding of the Italian language.

Elements of Italian culture and civilization are always topics of conversation during the Italian lessons. In line with the students’ level of Italian, the subjects discussed range from simple (for example the sequence of dishes of a typical Italian meal) to more complex (for example current affairs in Italy), which encourage some debate.

This follows the same format of one-to-one tuition as the Individual course but with an additional two hours of conversation time with the teacher, which are held at a local restaurant or pizzeria.

The timetable is to be determined by the student, and the start date is open.

This course comprises general lessons in a group in the morning, plus a private lesson of 1 hour every afternoon. This private hour can be personalised, and so the Mini Intensive Italian course suits students with specific areas of interest that they would like to explore on a one-to-one basis with a teacher. With just one hour of afternoon tuition, students who select this course still have much of the day free to explore Pisa, relax, work, study, etc.

The aims of the Mini Intensive course:
The morning lessons seek to provide students with a global understanding of the Italian language. That means building up a solid base of grammar and then using it in increasingly sophisticated written and spoken expression.

The mother-tongue Italian teachers know how to guide you in this process, and with their years of experience you will find yourself progressing quickly alongside your classmates.

The afternoon time is spent teaching you the Italian that you want to learn. This could be related to business, culture, everyday conversation, etc. If you have specific topics that you would like to cover, be it for your work, studies or simply your personal interest and enrichment, your teacher will gladly accommodate them. Essentially, this afternoon hour is your personal syllabus. The individual lesson is therefore also highly valuable time for clarifying any doubts you have with the Italian language.

If you have a specific goal, for example, passing the PLIDA or Italian university exam, your teacher will be able to use the private hour to help you reach it.

This is the course for the super-student who’s seeking to learn as much as possible in the time that they have in Italy. Combining general Italian group lessons in the morning with 2 hours of individual lessons in the afternoon, our Super Intensive course provides the opportunity to cover a lot of ground. The one-to-one tuition in the afternoon can be personalised to suit the student’s needs or interests, and over the course of 2 hours daily, the topics that the student chooses can be explored in great depth. This might particularly suit professionals wanting to learn vocabulary related to their industry or students preparing for a university exam.

Whilst this is indeed an intensive course, your experienced and patient teachers will make sure you don’t feel overwhelmed or fatigued. They use a wide variety of course materials and lessons can include videos, songs, readings, and discussions. This allows them to find what works best for the students and keep things fresh and engaging.

What will you learn on the Super Intensive course?
You will certainly come away from your super intensive course with a improved understanding of Italian grammar and the structural components that form the language. The morning class in a group is largely geared towards linguistic analysis. At times you will work collaboratively with your classmates and at other times you will complete exercises on your own, to consolidate your learning.

Your teacher will then spend part of the morning on activities that encourage the class’s communication skills. This means putting the grammar and vocabulary you’ve been steadily acquiring to good use through conversation, role playing exercises and written compositions. You will learn about Italian culture and traditions and will discuss everything from food to politics, which always animates class conversation!

As for what you will learn in the afternoon, that is really up to you! The individual lessons can be designed to suit you. Any doubts you have in Italian can be fully addressed in this time, and your teacher can prepare teaching materials that speak to your interests and aims.

This course consists of 20 group lessons, 3 cultural trips and 1 wine tasting.

Do you want to discover the art and architecture of some of the most beautiful Italian cities, and experience the long tradition of local wine-making?

The school has prepared a ‘light’ study programme of the Italian language focusing on conversation and enriched with cultural activities centred around the two principal aspects of Tuscan culture: art and wine.

There will be Italian lessons in the morning from 9am-12pm (except for Wednesday) while in the afternoons there will be trips to local places of interest, or wine tastings and the opportunity to sample local delicacies.

Other Italian study trips include the Piazza dei Miracoli and the Leaning Tower, a trip to the nearby city of Lucca and a gastronomical tour of Florence with a visit to an historical Florentine enoteca.

A typical Italian study programme is the following:

• Sunday: orientation
  
• Monday: Visit to the Piazza dei Miracoli and the Leaning Tower. Dinner in a local restaurant.
  
• Tuesday: Wine and oil tasting.
  
• Wednesday morning: Gourmet tour of Florence with visit to enoteca “Amadei”. Afternoon free.
  
• Thursday: Trip to Lucca.
  
• Friday: Visit to a local wine producer
  
• Saturday: Departure
  
  The programme is subject to variations according to time of year and weather conditions.
  
  The Italian study programme will help you discovering Tuscan art and culture.

This is a personalised course, tailor made to suit the individual student’s work and study needs. The intensive one-to-one teaching allows for progress to be made quickly, maximising the time spent in Italy, which may only be a short period. The timetable is to be determined by the student, and the start date is open.

This is a personalised course, tailor made to suit the individual student’s work and study needs. The intensive one-to-one teaching allows for progress to be made quickly, maximising the time spent in Italy, which may only be a short period. The timetable is to be determined by the student, and the start date is open.

If you need to certificate officially your level of Italian, this is the fittest course to you.

This preparatory course is specifically for the preparation for the exams for Certificate in Italian as a second language.

The Istituto Linguistico Mediterraneo is an exam center recognized by the University for Foreigners of Siena, by the University for Foreigners of Perugia and University UniTRE of Rome and offers preparation courses for the CILS, CELI and Cert.IT exams.

This course consists in 25 lessons a week (20 group hours and 5 individual hours a week).

In the morning students attend group lessons, in which the guidelines of of the Common European Framework for Languages are strictly followed. In the afternoon students have individual lessons, where each of them will have an opportunity to practice exams from previous years. During these lessons, by means of exercises and practice tests, students become more familiar with the particular methods needed for the exam.

CILS, CELI and Cert.IT are official titles recognized by the Italian State and show a students ability in the Italian language. The Italian Language Certification is useful for those who want to do further study in Italy or have professional contact with Italy or who would like to measure their own Italian language skills.

Also level A2 and level B1 can be required by Immigrants to get long term permission of stay or Italian passport.

The certificate of each level confirms the ability to communicate appropriately in a specific social and professional environment.

If you need to certificate officially your level of Italian, this is the fittest course to you.

This preparatory course is specifically for the preparation for the exams for Certificate in Italian as a second language.

The Istituto Linguistico Mediterraneo is an exam center recognized by the University for Foreigners of Siena, by the University for Foreigners of Perugia and University UniTRE of Rome and offers preparation courses for the CILS, CELI and Cert.IT exams.

This course consists in 25 lessons a week (20 group hours and 5 individual hours a week).

In the morning students attend group lessons, in which the guidelines of of the Common European Framework for Languages are strictly followed. In the afternoon students have individual lessons, where each of them will have an opportunity to practice exams from previous years. During these lessons, by means of exercises and practice tests, students become more familiar with the particular methods needed for the exam.

CILS, CELI and Cert.IT are official titles recognized by the Italian State and show a students ability in the Italian language. The Italian Language Certification is useful for those who want to do further study in Italy or have professional contact with Italy or who would like to measure their own Italian language skills.

Also level A2 and level B1 can be required by Immigrants to get long term permission of stay or Italian passport.

The certificate of each level confirms the ability to communicate appropriately in a specific social and professional environment.

If you need to certificate officially your level of Italian, this is the fittest course to you.

This preparatory course is specifically for the preparation for the exams for Certificate in Italian as a second language.

The Istituto Linguistico Mediterraneo is an exam center recognized by the University for Foreigners of Siena, by the University for Foreigners of Perugia and University UniTRE of Rome and offers preparation courses for the CILS, CELI and Cert.IT exams.

This course consists in 25 lessons a week (20 group hours and 5 individual hours a week).

In the morning students attend group lessons, in which the guidelines of of the Common European Framework for Languages are strictly followed. In the afternoon students have individual lessons, where each of them will have an opportunity to practice exams from previous years. During these lessons, by means of exercises and practice tests, students become more familiar with the particular methods needed for the exam.

CILS, CELI and Cert.IT are official titles recognized by the Italian State and show a students ability in the Italian language. The Italian Language Certification is useful for those who want to do further study in Italy or have professional contact with Italy or who would like to measure their own Italian language skills.

Also level A2 and level B1 can be required by Immigrants to get long term permission of stay or Italian passport.

The certificate of each level confirms the ability to communicate appropriately in a specific social and professional environment.

General course 20 plus one 3 hour afternoon cooking lessons per week.

You will learn to cook simple dishes from the Mediterranean Diet that you can enjoy:

• The homemade pastacrop of fresh vegetables
  
• Tuscan soups
  
• Lasagna
  
• Meat and fish
  
• Pizza
  
• Italian desserts like Tiramisù
  
  During the Italian cookery course you can taste the Tuscan Bruschetta with a good glass of wine in an atmosphere full of fun!
  
  

20 Italian lessons plus History of Art course on 2 afternoons (4 hours each) per week.

The course in History of Art consists in theoretical lessons and projection of slides on the history of medieval and renaissance art, with special emphasis on painting, the Middle Ages and the Renaissance and on the works of art of central Italy, more accessible to our students in the Pisa area.

The main theme is the development of a specifically Italian artistic tradition.

The subjects treated are:

• the 11th and 12th centuries: the Romanesque period;
  
• the 13th century; Italian originality in early Gothic;
  
• the 14th century: the Italian expression of Gothic and the Grotesque revolution;
  
• the 15th century: from international Gothic to the invention of the Renaissance; the pioneers of the Renaissance in the Florence of the early 15th century; the spread of Renaissance civilization in Italy; the major figures of the second half of the century;
  
• the 16th century: late Renaissance, Mannerism, Counter-Reformation art; the protagonists of the late Renaissance in central Italy; Classicism, anti-Classical Experimentalism; Bella maniera and Counter-Reformation art.
  
  This course is directed at people who are interested in Art History and want basic knowledge on monuments and works of Art in Tuscany. It is theoretical and entails the use of slides.
  

20 Italian lessons plus a 3 hour wine-tasting course.

Wine is an important part of Italian way of living and Italian culture.

It is not unusual to find a bottle of wine on an Italian dinner. Wine is like a piece of art and it is full of tradition. You can see vineyards all around Italy especially in Tuscany.

Luigi Veronelli, a very important enologist and gastronome, says: “The wine is the song of the earth towards the heavens.”

If you would like to know more about this song and the world of Wine, you can attend the wine tasting course!

The school offers you a journey among different types of Italian wines and especially Tuscan Wines. They will instruct you how to choose a good wine as well as matching them with different dishes.