Test your current Italian proficiency level!

In effort to have students placed in the most appropriate level class, students with previous knowledge of Italian are asked to take both written and verbal placement exams.

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Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR)

The curriculum of ItalCultura is based on the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR). The CEFR is a guideline used to describe what learners of foreign languages need to do in order to communicate effectively in each language. CEFR facilitates the recognition of proficiency gained in different learning contexts and provides assessment of progress at each stage, and throughout a lifetime.

The CEFR divides learners into three broad divisions and six levels.

A – Basic User

A1 – Beginner

A2 – Elementary

B – Independent User

B1 – Intermediate

B2 – Upper Intermediate

C – Proficient User

C1 - Advanced

C2 – Mastery

All language courses are taught in Italian and students start speaking Italian from the very first day!

Beginner classes (A1 level)

In the Beginner levels, students will manage key vocabulary and fundamental grammar, and will be able to read, write and speak about simple topics in the present, past and future tenses.

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Elementary classes (A2 level)

In the Elementary levels, students will develop linguistic skills, enhance their vocabulary and correctly apply grammar rules.

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Intermediate classes (B1 level)

In the Intermediate levels, students will learn to fluently communicate in the Italian language, read a broad variety of texts, speak and understand Italian through a rich vocabulary and correctly apply grammar rules.

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Upper Intermediate Classes (B2 level)

In the Upper Intermediate levels, students will learn to fluently communicate in the Italian language, read a broad variety of texts, speak and understand Italian through a rich vocabulary and correctly apply grammar rules.

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Advanced classes (C1 level)

In the Advanced levels, students who already speak well will perfect their grammar and improve their comprehension, conversation, and writing skills. Students will read and discuss literature, and converse about cinema, art, fashion, design, Italian news and current events.

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