Italian 2 upper: module 1

Italian 2 upper is our third-year Italian course, so this year you'll be progressing through lower intermediate Italian towards intermediate. You'll find yourself learning new ways to express yourself more accurately and confidently. The emphasis is on the development of your oral skills. Suitable if you have completed 'Italian 2 lower', or have studied Italian for about 2 years. Based on Nuovo Espresso 2 (Alma Edizioni, Italian version).
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Learning modes and locations may be different depending on the course start date. Please check the location of your chosen course and read our guide to learning modes and locations to help you choose the right course for you.

7 Dates Available

  • Start Date: 22 Sep 2025
    End Date: 01 Dec 2025
    Mon (Evening): 18:00 - 19:30
    Online
    Location: Online
    Duration: 11 sessions (over -11 weeks)
    Course Code: LN217
    Tutors:  Paola North
    Full fee £229.00 Senior fee £229.00 Concession £149.00
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  • Start Date: 24 Sep 2025
    End Date: 03 Dec 2025
    Wed (Daytime): 14:15 - 15:45
    In Person
    Location: Keeley Street
    Duration: 11 sessions (over -11 weeks)
    Course Code: LN285
    Tutors:  Rosanna Carlà
    Full fee £229.00 Senior fee £229.00 Concession £149.00
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  • Start Date: 24 Sep 2025
    End Date: 03 Dec 2025
    Wed (Evening): 19:35 - 21:05
    Online
    Location: Online
    Duration: 11 sessions (over -11 weeks)
    Course Code: LN2170
    Full fee £229.00 Senior fee £229.00 Concession £229.00
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  • Start Date: 25 Sep 2025
    End Date: 04 Dec 2025
    Thu (Daytime): 10:30 - 12:00
    In Person
    Location: Keeley Street
    Duration: 11 sessions (over -11 weeks)
    Course Code: LN213
    Tutors:  Maria Fontana
    Full fee £229.00 Senior fee £183.00 Concession £149.00
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Full fee £229.00 Senior fee £229.00 Concession £229.00

What is the course about?

This course aims to consolidate and extend your skills in Italian with an emphasis on listening and speaking in class and on reading and writing as homework. You'll be learning new grammar and vocabulary that will improve your ability to express yourself accurately.

What will we cover?

Based on units 6 - 7 from Nuovo Espresso 2 (Alma Edizioni - Italian version).

Topics: travel; food habits; health

Grammar: revision of present and past tenses; the imperative; making comparisons.

What will I achieve?
By the end of this course you should be able to...

- give and understand suggestions
- express needs/doubts/opinions
- discuss food habits, diets, etc.
- discuss health problems
- describe ailments/symptoms.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

This is a course for learners who have studied Italian for about 2 years or have an equivalent knowledge of the language. If you have any questions about your level, please email Italian@citylit.ac.uk.

For further details of the specific foreign language skills required for this level, please see the languages self assessment chart at the start of the languages section of our course guide or at http://www.citylit.ac.uk/self-assess-your-level

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

Our courses are characterised by spoken interaction and communication. Typical activities include pair work, group work, role plays and games. A range of resources will be used to support your learning including presentations, hand-outs, and audio-visual material.
Homework is highly recommended to consolidate learning.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

Course book: Nuovo Espresso 2 (Italian edition, published by Alma Edizioni)

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When I've finished, what course can I do next?

Italian 2 Upper: Module 2. Please enrol as soon as possible as spaces cannot be guaranteed.

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Please note: We reserve the right to change our tutors from those advertised. This happens rarely, but if it does, we are unable to refund fees due to this. Our tutors may have different teaching styles; however we guarantee a consistent quality of teaching in all our courses.