Italian courses for beginners in Siena

This popular language course consists of 20 group lessons per week and it covers as many linguistic areas as possible, which is ideal for those who are looking forward to make the most of learning Italian in Italy. Lessons are held in the mornings, and the students will have their afternoons free to attend to Cultural and Social Activities offered by DA, to study independently or to absorb the Italian culture by exploring places throughout our city.

This course is designed for those who wish to make the very most of the opportunity to learn a foreign language. It consists, like the basic course described above, of 20 group lesson hours per week, from 09:10 until 13:00, but in the afternoon it offers the extra of either 4 lessons (2 lessons per day twice a week) of individual lessons per week.

This more intensive course is designed for those who wish to make the very most of the opportunity to learn a foreign language. It consists, like the standard course described above, of 20 group lesson hours per week, from 09:10 until 13:00, but in the afternoon it offers the extra of either 8 hours per week (4 times a week ­ take off 2 times a week) of individual lessons.

Time table of the lessons can be arranged according to student and teacher's requirements and needs . The advantage of our individual courses is that they are tailored to the specific requirements of the student.

A Month in Siena program aims to let the student plunge into the Italian language and culture in the due time, allowing the opportunity to see, meet, touch, smell, taste, and learn with the right amount of excursions, cooking classes, and on-site lessons. Inspired to 2017 Pulitzer Prize-winner Hisham Matar, the course has the student cut off 30 days out of the ordinary routine and devote them to personal cultural interests and individual growth.

This course is concentrated into 12 weeks. As an introduction to Italian as a spoken and written language, the course is designed for students who wish to be fully immersed in the language; thus students who are willing to do extensive and intensive oral practice, regular laboratory work, reading and writing exercises.

This full-immersion program offers a wonderful opportunity to study Italian language in Italy and improve your knowledge of the Italian language in the comfort of a welcoming Italian home. Choosing a home tuition course is probably the best way to improve your Italian quickly, effectively and enjoyably.

This full-immersion program offers a wonderful opportunity to study Italian language in Italy and improve your knowledge of the Italian language in the comfort of a welcoming Italian home. Choosing a home tuition course is probably the best way to improve your Italian quickly, effectively and enjoyably.

This long-term course is specifically designed for you to obtain an advanced level of proficiency in the Italian language. It offers the great opportunity to combine study while living in Italy to gain a greater understanding of the Italian world.

Full-immersion course composed of: 45 contact hours of Italian Language & Culture, 45 hours of Humanities & Social Science courses, and Service-Learning. After meeting the group on the arrival day at Pisa International Airport (PSA), SIS staff will accompany the group to Siena where host families meet the students.

Full-immersion course composed of: 45 contact hours of Italian Language & Culture, up to 90 hours of Humanities & Social Science courses, and Service-Learning. After meeting the group on the arrival day at Pisa International Airport (PSA), SIS staff will accompany the group to Siena where host families meet the students.

Full-immersion course composed of: 165 contact hours of Italian Language & Culture, up to 135 hours of Humanities & Social Science courses, and Service-Learning. After meeting the group on the arrival day at Pisa International Airport (PSA), SIS staff will accompany the group to Siena where host families meet the students.

Full-immersion course composed of: 165 contact hours of Italian Language & Culture, up to 135 hours of Humanities & Social Science courses, and Service-Learning. After meeting the group on the arrival day at Pisa International Airport (PSA), SIS staff will accompany the group to Siena where host families meet the students.

Full-immersion course composed of: 90 contact hours of Italian Language & Culture, up to 90 hours of Humanities & Social Science courses, and Service-Learning. After meeting the group on the arrival day at Pisa International Airport (PSA), SIS staff will accompany the group to Siena where host families meet the students.

The two-week Junior Italian Program provides young students with the opportunity to fully immerse themselves in a rich educational experience alongside peers in the splendid scenery of Tuscany. This program expertly combines Italian language lessons with interactive cultural classes, engaging afternoon activities like horseback riding, pizza and tiramisu making, treasure hunts, and pool afternoons, as well as exciting excursions to Florence and the coast.