Italian Level 2A - Intermediate

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Course code: LD10

For learners at intermediate level who have completed courses at Level 1 and have acquired a good basic understanding of the language

when: From 15 Sep 2025 to 26 Jan 2026
Mon 12:30-14:30 16 weeks
Tutor: Davide Ariasso

where

Stoke Lodge

Stoke Lodge Centre, Shirehampton Road
Stoke Bishop
Bristol
BS9 1BN

fees

full fee for this course £264.00, concession fee £160.00

who

Bristol Adult Learning

stokelodge@bristol.gov.uk

0117 903 8844

Description

Brush up and improve your Italian in this intermediate level course which will give you the opportunity to revise and consolidate the language structures learnt in previous years, on Levels 1A – D. You will be able to communicate more fully and fluently on a wider range of topical issues and everyday situations and focus on further developing all four skills.

What can students expect?

The course will focus on improving spoken Italian. There will be plenty of opportunity to practice in class, using a wide variety of teaching methods. A variety of topics will be used to learn new vocabulary and grammatical constructions. 

The aim of the course is to improve speaking and listening skills; to learn new vocabulary and to develop confidence in using a variety of tenses and grammatical constructions. 

 

 

This course will be delivered at Stoke Lodge but will move to online delivery if necessary.

Late starters allowed?

Yes, provided late starters can work at the same level as the rest of the class at the time of joining. 

 Please check with the tutor via the Stoke Lodge office before joining.

Previous experience required?

Yes, students should have completed Level 1 Italian courses ( Level 1 A - D ), ie approximately 3 years, or have an equivalent level

What is the progression route?

Level 2B

Are there any extra costs?

Yes, a course book may be used. Details will be given at the first session.

Work set between sessions?

Yes. Some homework will be set every week, to enable learners to reinforce what they have learnt during each session.

What should students bring?

Pen and paper, and perhaps, an A4 ring binder for handouts and photocopies.

A dictionary would be useful, but is not essential,

Teaching method/style?

Communicative language teaching method, involving:

- listening to course book CD, the tutor, other students, the radio, podcasts, songs, conversations 

- reading texts in course book, newspapers and magazine articles, short stories

- asking and answering questions 

- oral practice in pairs, small groups and whole class work 

- pair work and role plays, group discussions 

- talking about a variety of current topics 

- games and grammar exercises

Equipment Required

Stable internet connection, a PC or tablet if the course moves online.

Refunds and cancellations

Course Cancellations by Us 

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If we cancel your course, your fees will be refunded in full. 
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We cannot reimburse the cost of any materials you may have purchased. 
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Cancellations by You 

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If you cancel 7 days or more before the course start date: Refund issued minus a 20% administration fee. 
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If you cancel less than 7 days before the start date or after the course has started: No refund will be issued. 
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Transfers 

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Transfers must be requested at least 7 days before the course start date. 
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A 10% transfer fee applies. 
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Transfers due to our cancellation of your original course are free of charge. 
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Illness and Absence 

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No refunds are available for non-attendance due to sickness or ill health. 
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How Refunds Are Issued 

Refunds are returned via the original payment method: 

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Booked online or by phone - Refund to the card used. 
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Paid in person at Stoke Lodge - Please bring your payment card to the office. 
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Online Course Access 

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Learners are responsible for ensuring they have suitable internet access and equipment before the course begins. 
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No refunds will be issued due to technical issues with a learner’s own internet or computer. 
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