Best Italian schools in Bologna by category
Students < 18 years
Italian course types in Bologna
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General Italian courses
Generic Italian courses cover the four main elements of a language: writing, reading, speaking and listening. They are available for all levels. -
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Private Italian courses
Private Italian classes are designed as a pack of lessons available in various formations. Students can have their one-to-one lessons in the school or online. -
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Italian exam preparation courses
Courses designed around understanding and completing specific Italian exams are valuable for students needing validation for employment, immigration or higher education.- CILS - Bologna (5)
- Other exams - Bologna (4)
- CELI - Bologna (2)
- DELI-AIL - Bologna (1)
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Italian plus activity courses
Combination courses of Italian classes and an after class activity results in a very productive use of time whilst studying abroad as you can perfect your Italian and a hobby at the same time. -
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Business Italian courses
Private or group business classes teach the Italian terminology in a general business environment or specialise in a particular field of interest. -
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Specialty courses Italian
Specialty courses are classes outside the normal scope of a Italian course. Specialty Courses included teacher training courses and school trips. -
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Junior Italian courses
Junior Italian courses are available as a day course or as a package with accommodation and activities included. These are often divided into two age ranges; children and teens. -
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Work & Study Italian programmes
Work & Study packages combine general Italian classes with an internship, volunteering programme or an academic preparation course for further education.
Bologna ratings & opinions
How our students rated their experience in Bologna
What our students said about Bologna
The city is beautiful und because there are portici everywhere, you are actually protected from the sun and rain almost all the time. I never needed my sunglasses. The food is really extremely good everywhere, the city is not yet so overcrowded in terms of tourism (like Venice or Verona, for example) & you really feel that you are moving among Italians, which of course makes the feeling of being alive even nicer. I can absolutely recommend the city!
Germany
I love the porticoes in the historic center of Bologna. What a cultural heritage! And the leaning towers, Asinelli and Garisenda, the symbol of the town. There are not many tourists in the city, how nice! The atmosphere is friendly of Bologna "dotta, grassa e rossa".
Finland
Beautiful city, the feeling that is in the center of everything :D First of all, in the city itself a lot of interesting and beautiful places to get around and see, great food and also liked the fact that you can easily get to other cities are not less interesting.
Russia
I loved the city. It is very walkable. It is a beautiful city, very old. It is big enough to have plenty to do and small enough to get around. Also everyone is really nice and lets you speak in Italian even if you are not very good and if you take a long time.
I was delighted to choose Bologna for these 15 days of study. It's a very pretty city, very clean, with lots of historic monuments, and you get the impression you're travelling back in time. You can get around by train without spending too much money.
France
The town, with its many students and young people, radiates pure joie de vivre. The Italians enjoy eating and drinking, being together. In April, the temperatures are very pleasant. In August, it is unbearably hot and humid, I was told by locals.
Switzerland
A beautiful city where I have been on holiday several times. Sights like Momba, San Luca, the towers, various churches, the Pinacotec and the Archaeological Museum, just like the whole atmosphere, not to mention the colours of the city.
Germany
Depends what you want - it excels in history, culture, architecture however I found the city was not as clean as I expected. Rubbish was left overflowing from bins and some of the old canals were uncovered and very smelly
Australia
I didn't really check out the nightlife, so cant comment on this. It was really lovely to walk around even when it is raining because of the Porticos. Great public transport system and almost always on time.
Australia
Bologna is a great city with lots of activities, museums and churches. From the train station we visited Parma, an unexpected surprise. It has a great location.
Absolutely no public toilets seen. Unseasonably freezing and wet weather literally dampened the experience. But overall Bologna is a fascinating city.
Australia
Fantastic on the whole. I was unlucky to be there in May during torrential, unseasonal rain and floods. I love the city now and will return.
England UK
Unfortunately the weather was a little abnormal (all over Europe) as it went from almost winter-temperatures to blazing hot summer-temps.
Switzerland
I don't need public transport and I can't rate it. The same is actually true of security.
Germany
Bologna is a beautiful, atmospheric and pleasant city. I would recommend it to everyone!
Netherlands
A top city, crowded but more with students than tourists. A vibrant and friendly place.
Australia
Besides all the sights, Bologna is just a "normal" Italian university town
Germany
Fun and beautiful city. Didn't have enough time to visit all the beauty.
Netherlands
A very nice city with lots of culture and lots of things to explore.
Sweden
Beautiful old town the right size to manage on foot by yourself.
Netherlands
Most recent student reviews of language schools in Bologna
Everyone was very nice and competent. I can recommend the school.
7 November 2023
Course: Intensive Course - 3 weeks
Student age: 64 years
What makes the school special is the incredible motivation of the teachers. They really are highly motivated teachers.
3 November 2023
Course: Standard Course - 2 weeks
Student age: 35 years
Staff were helpful and keen. Interaction with other students was enjoyable.
31 October 2023
Course: Standard Course - 1 week
Student age: 74 years
Great welcome, great teachers, great location, great facilities, small classes, nice breaks in the bar, great hospitality
30 October 2023
Course: Standard Course - 1 week
Student age: 31 years
It's simply a great school!
Everything was fantastic. Excellent teaching quality and taking care of the smallest details.
18 October 2023
Course: Standard Course - 2 weeks
Student age: 49 years
I was very satisfied! The teachers are all very nice, respond to all questions & I can only recommend the school!
16 October 2023
Course: Standard Course - 6 weeks
Student age: 36 years
I liked the small classes, the opportunity to change classes if the level was not right, the possibility of coming intermittently - the overall flexibility of the attendance. The teachers were young, vibrant and skilled. The Directore is kind and helpful. The location is in the centre of the old town. The classrooms are bright and airy.
So good I cannot wait to return
16 October 2023
Course: Standard Course - 1 week
Student age: 75 years
Quality of teaching
The competence of the teachers
2 October 2023
Course: Standard Course - 4 weeks
Student age: 54 years
The teachers are very competent and the organisation is really good. There's a very good atmosphere in the school. The fact that the school is right in the city centre is a major advantage.
2 October 2023
Course: Standard Course - 4 weeks
Student age: 54 years
Everything was just perfect. Andrea was wonderful and always on site. Classes were varied and well managed. Made lots of friends and learnt lots of Italian.
It’s a beautiful place with lovely people.
28 June 2023
Course: Standard Course - 2 weeks
Student age: 57 years
The quality of the teachers and the location of the school.
The name of the school is ARCA, not Centro Koine.
20 June 2023
Course: Italian Language & Culture - 1 week
Student age: 66 years
It is everything the Director, Andrea, promises in his video. The teaching is outstanding, the facilities and location excellent and it is so friendly. I look forward to my next visit.
Great school with a charismatic and very kind leader.
14 June 2023
Course: Standard Course - 4 weeks
Student age: 63 years
Family atmosphere, very good teaching, positive culture of mistakes, quick help with inappropriate placement of language level.
Andrea is the soul of the school.
24 May 2023
Course: Standard Course - 2 weeks
Student age: 65 years
I liked the relaxed and comfortable atmosphere of the school. It was easy to get to know fellow students and to learn to communicate with them in Italian. I also liked the guided visits to Bologna's attractions.
22 May 2023
Course: Standard Course - 2 weeks
Student age: 72 years
Information about Bologna
Key Facts about Bologna
- Price index excluding rent: 80* (20% cheaper than New York)
- Price index including rent: 54* (46% cheaper than New York)
- Price index food only:71* (29% cheaper than New York)
- Big Mac price (Italy average):
4.38 € (7% cheaper than in USA)
- Residential voltage: 230 V
- Frequency: 50 Hz
Weather in Bologna
Events in Bologna
March 2024 - April 2024For over half a century, the Children's Book Fair in Bologna has been the most important international event for publishers, authors and artists of books for children and teens.
26 May 2024 - 28 May 2024Yearly festival of books and art history celebrating the artistic heritage and culture of Italy.
June 2024Il Cinema Ritrovato is like paradise for cinephiles, showing obscure films from the extensive archives of Bologna's Cineteca with a special focus on the beginnings of the art form. Projections include silent films with live musicians providing the accompaniment and restored versions of forgotten films.
October 2024 - November 2024This festival was first launched in 1958. Since then, international artists and exciting shows have coloured the city, attracting fans from around the world.
What to do in Bologna
Arrival airport
Public transportation to city center:
Every 15 minutes, 20 minutes.
Main stops: Aeroporto, Pontelungo, Ospedale Maggiore, Mille
Taxi: 10 minutes drive to city center of Bologna
Q&A - Questions and answers about Bologna
- Are there any cooking classes in English available?“No, all cooking classes are in Italian and can only be booked in combination with an Italian course.”Louise Granath, LanguageCourse.Net - Jul 20, 2023I would like to attend a course with my girlfriend. Is it possible to live in a shared flat in Bologna and share a double room?“Yes, there is an option and I would recommend Cultura Italiana. There you would have the chance to live as a couple in a double room with an Italian in a shared flat. The shared flats are about 20 minutes' walk from the school. ”Beatrice, Booking manager from Italy - Mar 29, 2023I would like to do Bildungsurlaub Hessen in Bologna. Can you offer me something?“At Academya Lingue, you can choose the combination course of 20 group lessons and 10 private lessons and start on any Monday.
At A.L.C.E. you can choose 30 group lessons, which makes the course a lot cheaper, but this school would prefer you to start on the first Monday of the month.
Make sure that you complete 30 lessons, because this is the only way to get recognised in Hesse. This is the case with both of the schools mentioned. ”Lisa Saskia Schiwy, LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 24, 2023I am looking for a course for my 15 years old daughter, preferably in Bologna. Are there any camps in the summer, preferably with accommodation with host families?“At the time of writing, we don't have any options for summer camps for young learners in Bologna. We can check the availability of private lessons for your daughter. In case this is something that would be interesting for you, just let us know and we will be happy to assist you.”Ana Carolina Dos Santos, LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 23, 2022FAQ about courses in Bologna
- What is the best language school for adults in Bologna?Academya Lingue has received the best overall rating in Bologna.Which Italian school in Bologna has the best location?Academya Lingue, located in Via Santo Stefano n.14 has been voted as the school with the best location in Bologna.Which schools in Bologna offer the best excursions and afternoon activities?Students rated the activity program at Cultura Italiana as the best.Which Italian school offers the best rated teaching in Bologna?Academya Lingue was rated highest for quality of teaching.Which school offers the best accommodation in Bologna?'Homestay' at Centro Koinè is the best rated accommodation in Bologna.Will any language courses be open in August?“Yes, most school do operate in August, depending on which course or school you want to enroll in. The schedule for each school can be found in the course description box. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level.”Anele Nongcula, Language Travel Consultant English from LanguageCourse.Net - Apr 18, 2023I need information about the exam date for Italian citizenship.“We have several schools offering exam preparation courses. On each school page you will find in the course description both the starting dates set by the school and the exam dates. If you provide us with more information, we will be happy to check the availability of the course you are interested in.”Antonio Zoppo, Language Travel Consultant Italian from LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 20, 2023Didn't find what you are looking for?Interested in a specific type of course? See our reviews of Italian courses & camps for teenager and children in Bologna or other 25 different Italian course types in Bologna.Interested in language travel to other cities? Have a look at Italian language schools in other cities in Italy such as , Alberobello, Alghero (Sardinia), Arezzo, Ascoli Piceno ..., Bagno di Romagna, Bari, Brindisi, Cagliari, Calabria, Camerano, Castiglioncello, Catania, Cefalù, Città di Castello, Como, Cortona, Cosenza, Florence, Genoa, Island of Elba, La Maddalena, Lucca, Milan, Milazzo (Sicily), Modena, Mola di Bari, Montepulciano, Naples, Orbetello, Oristano (Sardinia), Otranto, Palermo, Pescara, Pisa, Ravenna, Reggio Emilia, Rimini, Rome, Salerno, Sanremo, Santa Domenica, Sestri Levante, Siena, Siracusa, Sorrento, Taormina, Todi, Trapani (Sicily), Trieste, Tropea, Turin, Urbania, Varese, Venice, Verona, Viareggio, Vibo Valentia, Vicenza or see our list of all schools in Italy. You may also want to consult options outside Italy for learning Italian.Show moreDon't just take our
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