Italian Level 2A - Intermediate

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Course code: LET5

These courses at intermediate level are suitable for students who have completed courses at Level 1, and have a good basic understanding of Italian grammar and vocabulary.

when: From 15 Sep 2026 to 26 Jan 2027
Tuesday 13:00-15:00 16 weeks
Tutor: Elise Tingle

where

location to be advised

fees

full fee for this course £269.00, concession fee £161.00

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. Improving and extending conversational ability in less predictable situations, in order to speak and interact with increased confidence and understand spoken Italian in different contexts. Learning will happen through practical activities involving all four skills: reading, speaking, listening and writing, as well as a communicative approach, language games and grammar exercises

What can students expect?

Improving and extending conversational ability in less predictable situations, in order to speak and interact with increased confidence and understand spoken Italian in different contexts. 

Learning will happen through practical activities involving all four skills: reading, speaking, listening and writing, as well as a communicative approach, language games and grammar exercises.

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 and a good basic understanding of the language.

What is the progression route?

Level 2B - Intermediate

Are there any extra costs?

Yes, a course book will normally be used; details will be given at the first session

Work set between sessions?

Yes. Some homework will be set every week, in order to enable learners to reinforce what they have learned during the sessions

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 approach, involving eg

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

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

- asking and answering questions

- conversation and 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 grammatical exercises 

- writing activities

Course Cancellations and Refunds

If we cancel your course

<ul>
<li>You will receive a full refund of course fees.</li>
<li>We are not responsible for any additional costs, such as materials already purchased.</li>
</ul>

If you cancel

<ul>
<li>7 days or more before the start date: refund minus a 20% administration fee.</li>
<li>Less than 7 days before the start date or after the course has started: no refund provided.</li>
<li>Enrolments are non-transferable. If you are unable to attend, you will not be able to send another person in your place.</li>
</ul>

Refund processing

<ul>
<li>Refunds for online or telephone enrolments will be made via the original payment method within 14 days of approval. </li>
<li>If you enrolled in the office, you will need to come in with your payment card to arrange a refund.</li>
</ul>

Transfers

<ul>
<li>7 days or more before the start date: transfer minus a 10% transfer fee.</li>
<li>Less than 7 days before the start date or after the course has started: no transfer provided.</li>
<li>All transfers are subject to availability.</li>
<li>Transfers between Language levels may be possible with less than 7 days notice, subject to availability.</li>
<li>Enrolments are non-transferable. If you are unable to attend, you will not be able to send another person in your place.</li>
<li>If we cancel your course, and you wish to transfer to another course this will be free of charge.</li>
</ul>

Illness and non-attendance

<ul>
<li>We recognise that illness and unforeseen circumstances may arise. However, please note that we are unable to offer refunds, credits, or transfers for missed sessions due to ill health or non-attendance.</li>
</ul>