Italian 3 upper: module 3
Upper-intermediate Italian course combining communicative practice, text and audiovisual work, and grammar revision focused on places of interest in Italy.
What Upper Intermediate (B2) Italian means
At B2 Italian, learners can communicate fluently on concrete and abstract topics, develop arguments and respond in detail.
Support a viewpoint
Sebbene la misura comportasse un costo iniziale, a lungo termine gioverebbe all’intera comunità.
Although the measure would have an initial cost, it would benefit the whole community in the long term.
Discuss an abstract issue
La tecnologia facilita la comunicazione, ma solleva anche interrogativi sulla privacy.
Technology makes communication easier, but it also raises questions about privacy.
Negotiate a solution
Se posticipassimo la scadenza di una settimana, potremmo rispettare il budget senza ridurre la qualità.
If we extend the deadline by a week, we can keep the budget without reducing quality.
These are general examples of language use at this level, not a description of any individual course syllabus.
About this course
The course develops spoken and written Italian through discussion of newspaper and literary extracts, audiovisual materials and topics related to places of interest in Italy. Learners practise describing places and experiences, requesting and giving specific information, and commenting on current issues and literature. Grammar work covers the passive form, impersonal forms and further uses of the subjunctive. Teaching includes pair and group activities, role plays, games, presentations, hand-outs and audio-visual resources, with homework recommended to consolidate learning.
What you'll learn
- Describe places and experiences in Italian
- Extract specific information from written itineraries
- Give and request specific information
- Discuss Italian places of interest, current issues and literature
- Use passive and impersonal forms
- Apply further uses of the subjunctive
Is this course right for you?
This course is intended for upper-intermediate learners, described as Stage 3 Upper and approximately B2. The provider indicates that it suits learners who have studied Italian for around three to four years or lived in Italy, and who have an interest in Italian culture.
- Expect regular spoken interaction and communication with other learners
- Pair work, group work, role plays and games form part of the teaching
- Homework is highly recommended for consolidating learning
Before you go
- The course is based on Nuovo Espresso 3, libro studente, published by Alma Edizioni.
- Teaching and learning resources are provided through Google Classroom.
Class teacher
Roberto Minardi
Class teacher
Where this course runs
Upcoming classes
1 class
Selected date
Tue 20 Apr 2027
10:30 – 12:00 • 11 weeks
£249
Keeley Street, Covent Garden
