If you're interested in learning Italian and want to get a quick intensive introduction to the language, perhaps before a visit to Italy this year, this course will introduce to you the basics. You'll also get some cultural insight from the course tutor on interesting places to visit and different aspects of Italian culture and history.
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This course is a weeklong introduction to Italian grammar and vocabulary, ideal for those who want to learn a bit of Italian but who aren't yet sure if they want to commit to a longer course. Your tutor will guide you through some basic concepts and vocabulary and give you opportunities to practice the new language in class. By the end of the week you should feel more comfortable about simple exchanges in Italian, which will help you to have a more enjoyable time in Italy should you be travelling there this year.
What will we cover?
You'll cover the basics of talking about yourself and meeting and greeting others. You'll also get a taste for Italian grammar (e.g. how sentences are formed and grammatical items like verb, prepositions and articles). Your tutor will also talk about places of interested in Italy, Italian customs and a bit of history.
What will I achieve? By the end of this course you should be able to...
You should feel more confident about introducing yourself and communicating in basic everyday situations such as you are likely to encounter when visiting Italy. You'll also get a taste of what Italian grammar and vocabulary are like and get to decide if you'd like to pursue more in-depth study.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
This course is meant for absolute beginners.
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?
As this is a short introductory course, there is no need to buy a course book. The tutor will provide any necessary photocopies.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
If you've enjoyed learning Italian, we recommend you try a standard Italian beginners: module 1 or Italian Rapidamente: module 1 course. Please email Italian@citylit.ac.uk if you have any questions at all.
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