Study Italian in Italy

While not an overly popular Leaving Certificate subject, the beauty of the Italian language is not lost by either secondary school students or adult learners alike.

EIL Study Abroad, together with a select few carefully chosen partners in Italy, have put together a selection of programmes specifically geared to both Irish teenagers and aduits interested in learning the Italian language and becoming immersed in its rich culture and cuisine. Suitable for complete beginners to advanced learners preparing for their Leaving Certificate, each programme is based in a beautiful part of the country and caters to the age group.

Sunny lesson: A photo a a small group of students attending Salerno and their teacher holding a class outside in the sun shine.

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Language Courses

Salerno

Ages: 16 and up
Location: Salerno, 50km south of Naples
Arrival airport: Naples
Accommodation: Host family
Duration: 2 weeks and up
Availability: Year round
Supervision: None, this is an aduit course

Italian Summer Camp, Lignano

Ages: 13-20
Location: Lignano, 80km north of Venice
Arrival airport: Venice Marco Polo
Accommodation: Residential youth camp, shared dormitory
Duration: 1-5 weeks
Availability: Late June through July
Supervision: 24-hour supervision

Secondary School Abroad

EIL Study Abroad offers students between 15 and 18 years old the opportunity to attend an Italian Secondary school while living as a member of a carefully selected Italian host family. While in Italy, students will be supported by an EIL-trained local coordinator who will help with the adjustment process. With full immersion into all aspects of Italian life, students will learn so much more than just the language. Most popular with Irish Transition Year students, this programme is available from 6 week to one semester. Short-term programme dates are flexible and we try to work it around our students' busy schedules. In addition to sharpening language skills and gaining fluency, this programme helps our young students to gain a sense of independence and most students come back having grown and matured from the experience. To ensure full immersion and the quality of the programme, friends and family members will not be placed in the same host community. If you want to experience the typical life of an Italian teenager and make friends and lasting memories, then this programme is just for you.

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Language Lessons

Short-term programme (usually 2-4 weeks)
Flexible start dates all year round
Accommodation with a host family or in a residence
Study with international students
All levels accepted, including complete beginners
Choice regarding the level of intensity/number of lessons per day
Focus on learning the language
Optional activities and excursions
Learn to be more independent and/or study with a friend
Experience the native culture

Secondary School Abroad

Long-term programmes; minimum 6 weeks up to a semster
Semi-flexible start dates throughout the school year
Accommodation with a host family
Study with native students
Must have formally studied Italian for at least 3 years
Standard school day (schedule depends on the country and school)
Experience a different education system
Study a range of subjects through the native language
Learn to be more independent
Improve fluency and exam results
Complete immersion in the native culture

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