We offer Italian courses based on the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR).

Courses

Our language courses aim to develop your linguistic skills and intercultural competence. You can find out more on the general information page.

The following Italian courses are available for members of the public and University of Bath staff:

Placement test

If you have never learned Italian with us before, please take this placement test so that you know which course is suitable for you.

Please also refer to the course descriptions below.

Course descriptions

Complete Beginner (Semester 1)

Working towards CEFR level A1.1

This course is suitable for you if you have never studied Italian before.

Post Beginner (Semester 2)

Working towards CEFR level A1.2

Enrol on this course if you have completed the Complete Beginner course with us, or if you can:

• use basic structures and basic vocabulary related to greetings, introductions, family, numbers, time, food
• form simple sentences using present tense verbs, basic questions forms, negations and basic adjectives
• follow and engage in simple conversations and understand simple texts

Elementary Part 1 (Semester 1)

Working towards CEFR level A2.1

Enrol on this course if you have completed the Post Beginner course with us, or have grades 4 or 5 in Italian GCSE, or equivalent or if you can: :

• use basic structures and basic vocabulary related to everyday topics such as travel, weather, work, health and leisure activities
• use the present and perfect tenses
• engage in longer conversations on familiar topics and express basic opinions
• understand and write short texts

Elementary Part 2 (Semester 2)

Working towards CEFR level A2.2

Enrol on this course if you have completed Elementary Part 1 with us, or if you can:

• use a wider range of vocabulary covering a range of topics including work, education, hobbies, transport
• use the present, perfect and imperfect tenses
• engage in longer conversations on familiar topics, express basic opinions and make suggestions

Lower Intermediate Part 1 (Semester 1)

Working towards CEFR level B1.1

Enrol on this course if you have completed Elementary Part 2 with us, or if you have a Grade 6 or above in Italian GCSE or a similar qualification, or if you:

• have a substantial vocabulary covering a wide range of topics including everyday situations, work-related scenarios and social interactions
• can use present, past and future tenses, know how to use the imperative mode, the present conditional and the present subjunctive
• can engage in longer conversations and express opinions on a range of topics
• can understand longer texts – understanding main ideas and extracting specific information
• can write clear, well-structured texts on various subjects

Lower Intermediate Part 2 (Semester 2)

Working towards CEFR level B1.2

Enrol on this course if you have completed Lower Intermediate Part 1 with us, or if you:

• have a substantial vocabulary covering a wide range of topics including everyday situations, work-related scenarios and social interactions
• can use present, past and future tenses, know how to use the imperative mode, the present conditional and the present subjunctive
• can engage in longer conversations and express opinions on a range of topics
• can understand longer texts – understanding main ideas and extracting specific information
• can write clear, well-structured texts on various subjects

Course dates and times

All courses consist of 10 weekly interactive sessions delivered on our Claverton Down campus in person (IPL = In-person learning) .

Courses will run on the following dates and times:

Please note that there will be no lessons during the Easter break from Monday 1 April to Friday 12 April 2024.

Student experience

"I enrolled on the Lower Intermediate Italian course after a number of years' gap in my learning. I have really enjoyed the experience: the course is really well structured and the content is stimulating and fun! Carmela is an excellent teacher and very enthusiastic and encouraging and it was good to interact with a diverse student group. I would recommend the language courses to anyone and I hope to continue my language studies through the Skills Centre in the future." (Victoria Guest)

Outside the classroom, we also share cultural events organised by Italian associations in the UK such as the Istituto italiano di cultura in London and British Italian Society with our students. These events offer additional opportunities for you to develop your knowledge of Italian language and culture.

Enrolment and cost

Enrolment for Semester 2 courses will open on 9 January 2024.

Members of the public

The cost for each course is £144 per semester. Please enrol using the links in the Course dates and times table.

University of Bath staff

University of Bath staff receive a 10% discount. Please enrol on MySkills. You will then receive a link to the University of Bath online store for the cost of the course.