CSA in Siena - Intensive Italian

  Italy

• All Other Areas in Italy: 
Siena

Term: Academic Year, Fall, Spring, Summer, Throughout the year, Trimester, Winter 
Dates: See website for details

Description: The Lingua Arte E Cultura Italiana program specializes in teaching the language and culture of Italy. The program is open throughout the year and offers the opportunity of learning Italian in one of the world's most beautiful cities.

Located in a magnificently frescoed 17th century palazzo in the heart of the medieval city, by the Lizza gardens. Classes are also held in our Cultural Center, in a 13th century cloister attached to the Basilica of San Domenico, which is famous for its precious works of art. The program is open year-around and offers the opportunity of learning Italian in one of the world's most beautiful cities.

Siena, a town far away removed from the frenzied pace of Italy's larger cities, Siena has preserved its own urbanist dimension, guarding her art treasures and continuing, undisturbed, to celebrate her most precious festivity, the Palio, in an atmosphere typical of the Renaissance.

Courses:
9 levels - Beginning, intermediate, advanced. Courses are offered year-around and taught by qualified teachers. All courses are taught in small groups, 4 hrs. daily, M-F. Exact schedule upon arrival.

Each level lasts a minimum of 4 weeks, with the possibility of attending the school up to nine months. Each lesson is 60 minutes, and the maximum number of students in each class is 12. The school offers a wide range of cultural courses that give the students a useful introduction to the masterpieces of Italian Art and Literature. The teachers are highly qualified university graduates with specialized training in teaching foreigners. Also, classes in Italian Cooking as well as Arts and Crafts are available, taught in Italian. See course dates and fees listed below.

A placement test is given to all students upon arrival. Beginners start their course immediately on the first day of classes.

Academic Credit
Students earn 3-4 credits per month. Thus, about 1 credit per week. 4 hours of class are taught daily, 20 hours per week.

Highlights: Programs are open to all adults. High school students, college students, teachers, working adults, professionals, and retired persons are all encouraged to apply. Minimum age is 18. 17 years of age may apply with parental consent.

Entry Requirements
Valid passport required. Visa not required for tourist stay up to 3 months. For longer stays, employment or study visa, be sure to apply in advance. CSA will provide a "Letter of Admission" to show that you will be attending the school.

Arrival
Arrive 1 day prior to starting date (Sunday) to begin housing.

Cost in US$: Inquire for more info.

Credit Available: yes

Experience Required: no

Participants Travel to Italy Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently

Center For Study Abroad - CSA International, Inc.'s Mission Statement: Since 1990, CSA has strived to provide quality education programs overseas at a good value. Programs are open to all adults, for Study Abroad is for everyone.

Year Founded: 1990