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Italian - Beginners - A Journaling Journey

Funding area Languages (Entry Level)
ONL/149523/P/PF
Location:
Delivered online
Start date:
05/03/2025
End date:
25/06/2025
Level:
Entry Level
Time:
18:00 - 20:00
Duration:
14 sessions
Course hours:
Course hours

Course hours are the total number of hours you'll spend being taught by your tutor. Self study time is not included within the course hours.

28 hours
Day of week:
WED
Tutor:
Isobel Deeley
Price: £280.00 Concessions
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Who can join this course

This is one of our Tailored learning Entry level (Beginners) First Steps courses. This course is for learners who have not studied with us previously in Languages at Level 1 or above.
Eligible learners may enrol onto entry level courses in Languages up to a maximum of 120 guided learning hours in total.
Please refer to our Course details for the guided learning hours assigned to this course.
If you have already reached the maximum guided learning hours in Languages at entry level, you should look to progress to Language courses at Level 1 (Beginners Plus).

This course is for students with no previous knowledge of the language. This course is designed to introduce you to the Italian language in a fun and engaging way through the practice of journaling. Over the course, you'll build your vocabulary, grammar, and conversational skills while reflecting on your daily experiences and cultural insights.
This course is perfect for anyone with no prior knowledge of Italian who wants to start learning the language from scratch. Whether you're a complete novice or someone who has tried learning Italian before but needs a more structured approach, this course will provide the foundation you need to progress confidently.

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Is this course for me

This course is for you if you would like to start studying the language at a basic level. Basic grammar will be covered throughout the course. If you're looking for a beginner-friendly, interactive, and reflective way to learn Italian, then this course is for you. By combining language learning with journaling, you'll not only enhance your linguistic skills but also develop a deeper connection with the Italian culture and your own learning journey.

Course aims

By the end of the course you should be able to:

* Apply greetings, introductions, and simple conversational phrases in Italian by the end of the course
* Describe family, home, daily routines, and favourite activities using basic Italian vocabulary and grammar
* Acquire essential vocabulary related to food, shopping, travel, and more, enabling navigation of everyday situations
* Analyse Italian culture and customs through journaling about holidays, traditions, and cultural practices
* Create short diary entries and descriptions in Italian, enhancing overall language proficiency and confidence

You will also be asked to think of Personal Aims to individualise your learning experience, as well as another benefits the course may have.

What will I need for my course

The course book will be discussed at the first session.

What can I do next

The progression from this course is Further Steps.

Non teaching dates

This course is scheduled to not be running on the following dates:

  • Wednesday, 09 April 2025
  • Wednesday, 16 April 2025
  • Wednesday, 28 May 2025

Additional Information

From 1st August 2024, the Department for Education (DfE) require that learners attending this course must identify their primary purpose for learning. This course is not available for learners whose main aim is to learn a hobby, or for leisure/pleasure.

To get the most out of your course we recommend you attend at least 85% of your sessions. If you do have a pre-arranged commitments booked during term time, please let the tutor know in advance so that we can help you catch up on missed sessions and ensure that you still achieve the course outcome.

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Joining your course

Delivered online

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If you require any information about joining this online course then please call 03000 41 22 22 and quote the Course Code ONL/149523/P/PF.