Italian Upper Intermediate Conversation (Online)

Course intent

Our conversation classes are ideal for those who want to continue practising their spoken language in a friendly, informal environment with the support of an experienced tutor. They are great as a standalone course or in combination with one of our language courses.

What will I learn?

This course is tailored to the needs and interests of the class. Our skilled tutors will ensure that you have the opportunity to practise speaking about a range of topics, as well as improve your social conversational skills.

Lessons will focus on developing your speaking skills to encourage you to apply and extend your knowledge of vocabulary and grammar in verbal communication. You will work in pairs and groups to maximise the time you spend speaking in each lesson.

Conversation courses use a range of audio, video and written resources, including the use of course books, to spark discussion and conversation on a wide range of news, leisure and everyday topics.

Who is this course for? Is there anything I need to know before joining?

Upper Intermediate conversation courses are suitable for learners who have completed our Intermediate level course, who have studied the language for five or more years, or who have B2 level language skills in line with the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) for Languages.

You should feel confident expressing your thoughts and argue your viewpoint convincingly. You should also have a good grasp of a range of tenses and more complex grammatical structures.

What do I need to bring to the first class? Will there be any extra costs?

Please bring a notepad and pen.

Your tutor will advise you of any required course books. These typically cost £15 - £30 and will be used for more than one term / year.

You may wish to purchase additional study aids such as CDs, workbooks, dictionaries, and grammar books, which are optional.

This course will be delivered through live online sessions using Zoom. To fully participate in this course, you will need:

An email address

A reliable internet connection

A computer / laptop / tablet with a fully updated browser, microphone and webcam.

If you struggle to read printed text on a screen and you want to print resources, you will need access to a printer.

Once enrolled, you will receive detailed instructions for taking part online.

What can I do when I finish the course?

You are welcome to participate in this course for as long as you wish to consolidate and maintain your language skills. We may also offer conversation courses at Advanced level that provides an opportunity for progression.

Additional Information

This course does not qualify for an Education and Skills Funding Agency subsidy, so no concessions are available.

We welcome learners with additional needs and disabilities. When you enrol, please let us know if you would like to discuss your extra support needs with a member of the Supported Learning Team who will then contact you as soon as possible. If you are enrolling within 10 days of the course start date, we may not be able to contact you before your first class.

We value and support equality, diversity and inclusion by promoting fairness and respect at all times.

How to enrol

Our courses are for adult learners aged 19 or over. If you are under 19, please call 0300 200 1044.

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