Italian Language and Culture, Level 1 - Beginners.
Tutor: Roberta Bonfa
Date and time: Tuesdays, 6:30- 8:00pm
From: Tuesday 7th October 2025
20 weekly meetings, 1.5 hours each
Price £345 (£315 concessions*)
*If you are a full-time student, staff or alumni at the University of Sussex or not in full-time employment (benefits, unemployed, retired) or an NHS worker you are entitled to the £315 concession rate. Please make sure you specify this in the 'price' box by typing in the reduced price when you complete your application.
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Detailed Description
Italian Level 1 - Beginners – An Introduction to Everyday Language and Culture
This friendly and practical course is perfect for complete beginners and offers a gentle introduction to the language as it’s used in everyday situations.
You’ll learn how to exchange basic personal information, use numbers with ease, order food and drinks, and talk about homes, holidays, hotels, and leisure time. Grammar will be introduced step by step, covering key structures like gender and articles, present tense verbs, adjectives, negatives, and how to ask questions — always with a focus on real-life communication.
We use a course book in class, supported by a variety of engaging materials. You’ll also discover aspects of Italian culture along the way, making the experience both useful and enjoyable.
Whether you’re learning for travel, work, or personal interest, this course will help you build confidence from the very first lesson — all in a relaxed and supportive environment.
