ITALIAN CLASSES FOR ADULTS

Beginner to Advanced Adult Italian Classes

Start with the basics of Italian

Learn the essentials and create strong foundations in Italian pronunciation, grammar and everyday expression with our Beginners Italian Classes (A1)

Communicate more naturally in Italian

Move beyond the basics and expand your Italian skills to communicate about daily life and your experiences with our Elementary Italian Classes (A2)

Take your Italian to the next level

Build on your Italian skills and feel confident expressing your opinions and engaging more naturally in everyday interactions with our Intermediate Italian Classes (B1)

Enhance your Italian fluency, spontaneity and clarity

Express complex ideas in Italian with greater fluency, clarity and sophistication to engage in formal and informal conversations and discussions with confidence with our Upper-Intermediate Italian Classes (B2)

Discover what makes Italy truly unique

Deepen your understanding of Italy’s historical and modern identity while enhancing your linguistic fluency through the study of Italian cinema, literature, music, visual arts and contemporary cultural trends with our Italian Culture and Society (B2+) class

Speak in Italian for real-world situations

Prepare yourself for travel or that holiday to Italy you are thinking about, focusing on practical conversation and social interaction learning with our Italian for Travellers class

Adult Italian Class Details

• Weekly, 16 week course
• Classes are Monday to Thursday^{^}
  Morning Classes: 10:00am – 12:00pm
  Evening Classes: 6:00pm – 8:00pm
• From $425 per course^~

NEW ONLINE OPTION

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A1 Italian Classes

Beginners Italian A1 Part 1

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A1 Italian Classes

Beginners Italian A1 Part 2

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A2 Italian Classes

Elementary Italian A2 Part 1

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A2 Italian Classes

Elementary Italian A2 Part 2

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B1 Italian Classes

Intermediate Italian B1 Part 1

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B1 Italian Classes

Intermediate Italian B1 Part 2

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B2 Italian Classes

Upper-Intermediate Italian B2 Part 1

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B2 Italian Classes

Upper-Intermediate Italian B2 Part 2

Italian Language Classes

Italian for Travellers

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B2 Italian Classes

Italian Culture and Society B2+

Why study Italian with ILC?

We have been actively involved in the promotion and teaching of Italian language and culture in Queensland for more than 30 years and we provide an authentic experience to learn Italian with social activities and events that ensure every student becomes part of the ILC community. 

You’ll learn from our expert teachers, in a supportive, engaging environment where Italian language comes to life through conversation and authentic Italian cultural connection.

From understanding the stories and traditions woven into our lessons to celebrating together at exclusive student events, you’ll experience the cultural context that brings Italian to life and deepens your connection to what you’re learning.

Dedicated learning portal

Our classes and courses are delivered through a dedicated learning portal: Teach ‘n Go, to make your learning journey at ILC convenient, organised and stress-free.

Access the learning portal anytime via mobile or desktop to check schedules, track attendance, and stay connected with your class. 

• Never Fall Behind
  Missed a class? We’ve got you covered. Check exactly what your teacher covered in the lesson, what homework was assigned, and which materials or videos were used. You can catch up independently without the stress of wondering what you missed.
• Everything in One Place
  Forgot your homework assignment? Lost a handout? We store all your class materials, assignments, and resources in one accessible location. Review past lessons whenever you need to refresh your memory, track your progress over time, and revisit materials to reinforce your learning – especially helpful when preparing for tests or practising between classes.
• Real-time notifications
  Keep up-to-date on class changes, announcements, and teacher messages. Whether you’re at home or on the move, we help you stay organised, informed, and confident throughout your language learning journey at ILC.

Optional extra – interactive modules

Students enrolling in our adult Italian classes, have the option to purchase access to Education Perfect: an online interactive platform for purposeful practice of all language learning skills.

This optional semester-long subscription complements ILC’s commitment to accessible, high-quality adult education and provides flexible, self-paced access to interactive learning materials and digital tools for students so they can:

• Learn anytime, anywhere
  Fit study around work and personal commitments
• Progress at their own pace
  Tailored to individual learning styles
• Build confidence
  Develop lifelong learning habits with structured resources
• Stay organised
  Track additional progress in one convenient space
• Advance their goals
  Enhance essential skills for education and career development

CEFR Framework & Certification

Our Italian classes follow the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) levels (A1-C2), providing internationally recognised learning goals and standards.

The CEFR framework ensures that our curriculum meets international standards and that your learning outcomes are clearly defined and measurable.

A Certificate of Attendance is provided at the end of semester (16 week course) for those students that have attended a minimum of 10 classes and there are no specific exams or assessments required at the end of your class.

Students that wish to undertake an exam to verify their Italian language competence can do so via Certificazione di Italiano come Lingua Straniera (CILS).

This is a certification of competence that formally assesses your language proficiency. CILS certification exams can be taken for specific reasons such as Italian residency, citizenship or university enrolment in Italy.

Why 16 Weeks? Because Real Learning Takes Time

Compared to short-term languge courses, our 16-week semester classes give you something more substantial: real, measurable progress aligned with the CEFR.

Over four months, your brain has time to properly encode new vocabulary and structures into long-term memory through spaced repetition and regular practice.

You’ll build genuine confidence across all four language skills – speaking, listening, reading, and writing – while exploring Italian culture in ways that make the language stick.

While our short courses work well for quick travel prep and follow a less structured approach, they can’t replicate the depth, retention, and lasting proficiency that a full semester provides.

If you’re serious about connecting with Italian language and culture, our 16-week classes are the smarter investment.

Disclaimer: Individual results vary based on prior experience, study commitment, and learning context.

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