Are you planning a city break in Italy? Would you like to get to grips with the fundamentals of the language so you can feel less like a tourist and more like a local? This course will give you an introduction into the basics of the Italian language and enable you to get by in the most frequent travel situations.
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This course aims to enable students to communicate effectively in Italian while on holiday. You'll learn how to introduce yourself, order food and drink, and other useful language to help you make the most of your stay. You'll also get some cultural tips from the course tutor.
What will we cover?
Greetings, introductions, numbers and prices, ordering food and drinks, finding your way, at the hotel, using transport and asking the time, at the chemist, cultural topics.
What will I achieve? By the end of this course you should be able to...
- have a go at a simple conversation when you’re out and about - say hello and goodbye, give and ask for basic and personal information (your name, which languages you speak, where you are from, etc.) - buy items in shops, ask about prices - order food & drinks & ask for the bill - ask for directions - use and recognise numbers - asking for basic information at the hotel - buy tickets, enquire about departure/arrival times/ delays and platform number - describe common symptoms at the chemist / at the doctor - get cultural advice (e.g.tipping, paying in a café which may be different from the UK)
Please note that the learning outcomes may vary depending on the general progress made by the students.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
No previous knowledge required, suitable for complete beginners and also ideal to refresh vague memories of school French before a holiday in France or any French speaking countries.
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.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
Material provided by the teacher.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
Any beginners course starting next term. Ask the tutor for advice or contact the Languages Department for advice on languages@citylit.ac.uk.
Ciao! My name is Veronica De Felice and I come from Southern Italy. I was born in Pompei ("not in the ruins", a joke I always make with my students) and I have always been fond of languages. Indeed, I studied languages at secondary school (English, Spanish, French and Latin) and I graduated at the University of Naples, l'Orientale, with a BA (Hon) in Modern Foreign Languages. I moved to London in 2002 and, after three years, I gained a CLTA qualification at Goldsmith University, and a few years later a level 5 Diploma in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector. In 2006, I started working as an Italian tutor in various colleges and universities, such as Goldsmith College, the University of Arts, Croydon College, University of Wesminster, City University and City Lit since 2010. At the moment, I am also teaching A level italian at LAE Tottenham, and the IB diploma in an international school in central London. I believe that studying and speaking another language expands your personal and communication skills, and makes you see the world from a different perspective. For me, learning a language is about challenging yourself, getting out of your comfort zone and having fun!
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.
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This course will give you an introduction into the basics of the Italian language and enable you to get by in the most frequent travel situations.Greetings, introductions, numbers and prices, ordering food and drinks, finding your way, at the hotel, using transport and asking the time, at the chemist, cultural topics.- have a go at a simple conversation when you’re out and about - say hello and goodbye, give and ask for basic and personal information (your name, which languages you speak, where you are from, etc.)<br>- buy items in shops, ask about prices <br>- order food & drinks & ask for the bill<br>- ask for directions<br>- use and recognise numbers <br>- asking for basic information at the hotel<br>- buy tickets, enquire about departure/arrival times/ delays and platform number<br>- describe common symptoms at the chemist / at the doctor<br>- get cultural advice (e.g.tipping, paying in a café which may be different from the UK)<br><br>Please note that the learning outcomes may vary depending on the general progress made by the students.No previous knowledge required, suitable for complete beginners and also ideal to refresh vague memories of school French before a holiday in France or any French speaking countries.Our courses are characterised by spoken interaction and communication. 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This course will give you an introduction into the basics of the Italian language and enable you to get by in the most frequent travel situations.0000-Available|2026-12-05 00:00:00This course aims to enable students to communicate effectively in Italian while on holiday. You'll learn how to introduce yourself, order food and drink, and other useful language to help you make the most of your stay. You'll also get some cultural tips from the course tutor.Are you planning a city break in Italy? Would you like to get to grips with the fundamentals of the language so you can feel less like a tourist and more like a local? This course will give you an introduction into the basics of the Italian language and enable you to get by in the most frequent travel situations.Greetings, introductions, numbers and prices, ordering food and drinks, finding your way, at the hotel, using transport and asking the time, at the chemist, cultural topics.- have a go at a simple conversation when you’re out and about - say hello and goodbye, give and ask for basic and personal information (your name, which languages you speak, where you are from, etc.)<br>- buy items in shops, ask about prices <br>- order food &amp; drinks &amp; ask for the bill<br>- ask for directions<br>- use and recognise numbers <br>- asking for basic information at the hotel<br>- buy tickets, enquire about departure/arrival times/ delays and platform number<br>- describe common symptoms at the chemist / at the doctor<br>- get cultural advice (e.g.tipping, paying in a café which may be different from the UK)<br><br>Please note that the learning outcomes may vary depending on the general progress made by the students.No previous knowledge required, suitable for complete beginners and also ideal to refresh vague memories of school French before a holiday in France or any French speaking countries.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.Material provided by the teacher.Any beginners course starting next term. Ask the tutor for advice or contact the Languages Department for advice on languages@citylit.ac.uk.EuropeanItalianconfigurable
