PICCOLA UNIVERSITÀ ITALIANA TRIESTE COURSE GUIDE DATES AND RATES 2019 DATES 4 REGISTRATION FEE 4 COURSES 5 COURSE OVERVIEW 5 LANGUAGE LEVEL GUARANTEE 6 REGULATION 6 TEACHING METHOD 6 CLASSICAL GROUP COURSES 7 CLASSICAL INDIVIDUAL LESSONS 8 CLASSICAL ACCREDITED COURSES 8 SECTOR SPECIFIC COURSES 9 SPECIAL PROGRAMMES 10 ONLINE LESSONS VIA SKYPE 12 EVENING COURSES 13 ACTIVITY PLUS 13 PROFICIENCY EXAMS 16 ACCOMMODATION 17 SHARED APARTMENT 17 STUDIO FLAT 17 HOMESTAY 18 RESIDENCE A 18 RESIDENCE B 19 RESIDENCE C 19 TRAVEL INSURANCE 21 STUDY VISA 21 CANCELLATION CONDITIONS 22 DATES

The language school Piccola Università Italiana – Le Venezie is open all year round!

Course start: every Monday (except for special programmes)

Public holidays: January 01 April 22 April 25 May 01 August 15 November 01 December 25 December 26

The school remains closed on public holidays.

Price reduction on group courses in case of public holidays: COURSE A: 15 Euro, COURSE B: 30 Euro, COURSE C: 30 Euro Private lessons for Course C, D, E are made up.

REGISTRATION FEE

The registration fee of 100 Euro includes: ‐‐ Pick-up transfer from and to Trieste airport (TRS), Treviso (TSF), Venice (VCE), Ljubljana (LJU) or 2 half day excursions by minibus ‐‐ Course book and teaching material ‐‐ Schoolbag, pen and writing pad ‐‐ Written and oral grading tests ‐‐ Participation certificate ‐‐ City map and information about Trieste, tips on excursions ‐‐ Presentation including welcome cocktail ‐‐ Organisation of weekly leisure activities ‐‐ Guided city tour of Trieste ‐‐ Film evenings at school

4 COURSES COURSE OVERVIEW CLASSICAL GROUP COURSES A B C CONVERSATION STANDARD INTENSIVE page 7 page 7 page 7 CLASSICAL INDIVIDUAL LESSONS D E TWO-TO-ONE ONE-TO-ONE page 8 page 8 CLASSICAL ACCREDITED COURSES CSN BILDUNGSURLAUB

page 8 page 9 SECTOR SPECIFIC COURSES CULTURAL BUSINESS PREPARATORY FOR EXAMS page 9 page 9 page 9 SPECIAL PROGRAMMES JUNIOR SUMMER ACTIVE-SILVER LONG TERM – CAMP 60+ GAP YEAR page 10 page 10 page 10 UNIPREP OPERA I OPERA II

page 11 page 11 page 11 OPERA III ERASMUS+

page 12 page 12 ACTIVITY PLUS MUSIC COOKING PAINTING

page 13 page 14 page 14 SAILING KAYAK MOUNTAIN BIKE

page 15 page 15 page 16 LANGUAGE LEVEL GUARANTEE On the first day of lessons (Monday) at 8 am, students take both a written and an oral exam, the results of which determine which group the student will join. Our programme follows the linguistic levels as defined by the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, C2), which is the basis for recognising lin- guistic competence. We also have 9 sub-levels in order to offer a total of 15 different levels for our students, all of which are designed to satisfy their individual needs.

REGULATION FOR STANDARD GROUP COURSES

Lesson = 55 minutes Group size = max. 8 students

In order to ensure an ideal learning experience, the number of students is limited to 8 per group. Each lesson lasts 55 minutes and each group has 4 hours of lessons daily: 2 hours of grammar and 2 hours of conversation with two different teachers:

If a group of at least 3 students at the same linguistic level cannot be formed, then this student will be placed in a 2 to 1 course or will receive private tuition with the number of lessons reduced by half. In this case, the course has 2 hours of daily lessons: 1 hour of grammar and 1 hour of conversation with the same teacher.

TEACHING METHOD Our Italian native instructors are certified for teaching Italian to foreigners and teach the language through the communicative method, using Italian as the language of instruction. This method favours the greatest possible development of the students' linguistic abilities. Our didactic library is constantly updated with new materials. Alongside modern and pro- fessional textbooks, integrated with audio CDs and CD-ROMs, we also use literary texts, films, songs, magazines and newspapers during lessons.

School opening times: 9 am – 1 pm 2 pm – 6 pm

6 CLASSICAL GROUP COURSES COURSE A - CONVERSATION 2 hours a day / 5 days a week ‐‐ Lessons from Monday to Friday ‐‐ 2 lessons of 55 minutes each in small groups from a minimum of 3 to a maximum of 8 students, for students at an intermediate or advanced level (A2, B1, B2, C1, C2), based on readings from newspapers and discussions of related topics. ‐‐ Length: 1 – 12 weeks COURSE B - STANDARD 4 hours a day / 5 days a week ‐‐ Lessons from Monday to Friday ‐‐ 4 lessons of 55 minutes each (with a 20-minute break) in small groups from a minimum of 3 to a maximum of 8 students. The lessons have both a gram- mar and a conversation component. ‐‐ Length: 1 – 52 weeks COURSE C - INTENSIVE Course B + 6 individual lessons a week ‐‐ Lessons from Monday to Friday ‐‐ Students take the basic course, to which are added 2 individual lessons of 55 minutes each for 3 afternoons per week. This kind of course allows us to follow the particular linguistic needs of each student in detail. ‐‐ Length: 1 – 52 weeks

Weeks COURSE A COURSE B COURSE C 1 145 215 420 2 245 380 800 3 295 555 1180 4 380 715 1550 5 470 890 1910 6 560 1000 2200 7 645 1160 2540 8 735 1325 2850 Additional week 90 160 350 Prices in Euro per person

7 CLASSICAL INDIVIDUAL LESSONS COURSE D - TWO-TO-ONE ‐‐ If there are two students at the same level, we offer an excellent alternative to individual lessons. An instructor designs a personalised programme based on the linguistic needs of two students and teaches both of them at the same time ‐‐ Ideal for couples or friends. ‐‐ Length: 1 – 52 weeks COURSE E - ONE-TO-ONE ‐‐ The most effective method of instruction for those students who want to learn the most in the least amount of time. Personalised to the linguistic needs of each student, the course focuses on contemporary Italian for specific uses. ‐‐ Length: 1 – 52 weeks

Hours COURSE D COURSE E 10 230 370 20 440 720 30 630 1050 40 800 1360 50 950 1650 60 1080 1920 Additional 10-hours package 175 310 Prices in Euro per person

CLASSICAL ACCREDITED COURSES Some of our classical courses are accredited by governments, corporations and companies all over the world. The recognitions vary according to the duration of the course. Accredited courses can be started every Monday, but the enrolment at our institute must be filed at least 12 weeks before the start of the course.

CSN Length Type minimum 3 weeks (20 lessons a week) COURSE B

8 Our school is recognized by the CSN Lund - Sweden (Swedish Board of Student Finance). Swedish nationals from 16 to 57 years old can apply for a loan from this Swedish govern- ment agency.

BILDUNGSURLAUB Length Type from 1 to 2 weeks (20+6 lessons a week) COURSE C Prices in Euro per person

We are recognized in several Bundesländer of Germany, therefore students from Germany have the possibility to request "Bildungsurlaub" to their employer, for a total of 5 days a year. Conditions vary depending on the state, so it may be necessary to add additional indi- vidual lessons (COURSE E).

SECTOR SPECIFIC COURSES We design personalised courses to fulfil the linguistic wants and needs of students, drawing from the extensive backgrounds and specialisations of our instructors. The following personalised courses are part of our standard programme:

CULTURAL CUSTOMIZATION Italian literature, contemporary Italian , history of Italian art, history of Italian music, Italian opera, Italian architecture.

BUSINESS CUSTOMIZATION Italian for and business communication, Italian for tourism, medical Italian, legal Italian, Italian for interpreters (topics may change based on the individual request).

PREPARATORY COURSE FOR Sector specific courses can be ITALIAN PROFICIENCY EXAMS booked either as: CILS, CELI, IT, AIL (DELI, DILI, …), PLIDA. COURSE C - INTENSIVE 20+6 We recommend a minimum preparation period of 3 (see page 7). weeks. COURSE D - TWO-TO-ONE Our Italian language school in Trieste is an authorized (see page 8). examination centre for CELI and CILS. Our Italian language school in Tropea is an authorized COURSE E - ONE-TO-ONE examination centre for AIL (DELI, DILI, …). (see page 8).

9 SPECIAL PROGRAMMES Starting dates, details and description are available on request. JUNIOR SUMMER CAMP (1 or 2 weeks) Length Junior inscription fee Junior summer programme 1 week 30 900 2 weeks 30 1700 Prices in Euro per person

Special language course programme designed for young students in the age group 12 – 17: Special group course (20 lessons / week), extracurricular programme with field trips, sports and fun activities, workshops in archaeology, history, science and music, travel insurance, accommodation in 3- or 4-bed-rooms with full-board.

ACTIVE-SILVER 60+ PROGRAMME (2 weeks) Active-Silver-language- “Residenza PUI” – Studio flat programme Shared apartment in a Residence Single room 1100 1320 Double room 990 1080 Prices in Euro per person

Special language course programme for senior students designed for the age group 60 plus: Inscription fee, Group COURSE B (40 lessons), extracurricular programme with social activ- ities, excursions and cultural field trips, accommodation.

LONG TERM – GAP YEAR, SABBATICAL Length Programme rate 24 weeks 3360 36 weeks 4680 48 weeks 5760 Prices in Euro per person

Special language course programme for students who wish to spend several months in in order to learn the language, dive into Italian culture and enjoy Italy. Students can decide to spend up to 4 weeks at the school in Tropea and follow the course there in our school in Southern Italy! Group COURSE B (20 lessons / week), documentation for Visa (if necessary).

10 UNIPREP – PREPARATION COURSE Initial level A1 Initial level A2 Starting date July 2019 September 2019 Duration 36 weeks 28 weeks Price 4680 3920 Prices in Euro per person

Special language course programme for students who wish to study at an Italian university Group COURSE B (20 lessons / week), 6 lessons private tuition course E, 2 hours of Univer- sity inscription counselling, CILS exam for B2 level in April 2020, documentation for Visa (if necessary).

OPERA I – OPERA APPOINTMENTS IN TRIESTE (1 week) Length Programme fee 1 week 180 Prices in Euro per person

Special programme for opera lovers to understand the drama of the opera, which will be performed at the Teatro Verdi in Trieste: I Puritani, Nabucco (2018); L’elisir d’amore, Madama Butterfly, Andrea Chémier (2019). Preparation seminars of the opera (6 lessons), “libretto” of the opera to be seen, teaching material, aperitivo, organisation of the opera ticket (package to be added to a standard course).

OPERA II – ITALIAN FOR OPERA SINGERS AND OPERA PROFESSIONALS (1 week) Inscription fee Programme fee 30 395 Prices in Euro per person

Special language course programme designed to study the “libretti” and the phonetics of operas from Pergolesi to Puccini, passing by Rossini and Verdi. 20 lessons of theoretical studies with an Italian teacher specialized in the language of the opera, 10 lessons to practical studies with an opera singer and a piano player.

11 OPERA III – MASTERCLASS FOR OPERA SINGERS (2 weeks) Duration Programme fee 2 weeks 1880 Prices in Euro per person

Special language course programme for opera singers or singer aspirants wanting to improve their abilities with well-known opera professionals from Italy with the desire to add a great workshop to their curricular vitae. Inscription fee, Group COURSE B (20 lessons / week), opera singing workshop (18 hours), private opera singing lessons (2 x 30 minutes), phonet- ics and diction for opera singing, free use of piano in the music school, final recital, travel insurance, documentation for Visa (if necessary).

ERASMUS+ (PIC 926415670) Duration Course fee 1 week 500 2 weeks 920 Prices in Euro per person

Special training course programme designed for foreigners teaching Italian (LS) in line with the new mobility programme of the EU for and training. Group COURSE B + 6 lessons of private tuition per week for methodology and practice of teaching.

ONLINE LESSONS VIA SKYPE

Package Course fee 6 lessons 174 12 lessons 324 24 lessons 600 Prices in Euro per person

The Skype lessons are designed before or after an Italian language course at our school. One lesson has the duration of 45 minutes.

12 EVENING COURSES

Level Course start Duration Rate Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced January, May and October 10 weeks (40 hours) 350 and Enhancement Prices in Euro per person

Evening classes are organized three times a year, beginning in January, May and October. All levels: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced and Enhancement. Timetable: 18.10 - 20.00 (2 times a week). ACTIVITY PLUS SPORTS + CULTURAL ELEMENTS The activities are offered in combination with an Italian language course, but also separately to accompanying travellers without language course. MUSIC Course objec- Activity Level Target Price per unit tive / Content Amateurs Technique, Individual OPERA SINGING course All levels and performance 45 Professionals and repertoire Advanced individual course: Performance Advanced Professionals from 90 OPERA SINGING - MASTER CLASS and repertoire Amateurs Technique, Individual CONTEMPORARY SINGING class All levels and performance 45 (Jazz, Rock, Pop, Blues…) Professionals and repertoire Individual INSTRUMENTAL class: guitar, electric Amateurs Technique, guitar, drums, piano, keyboard, electric bass, All levels and performance 45 double bass, accordion, flute, saxophone, Professionals and repertoire trumpet, trombone, percussion, violin, didgeridoo

Rental Level Target Price per unit Classroom hire for piano use All levels Amateurs 10 Classroom hire with studio equipment (“backline”) All levels Amateurs 18 Classroom hire for use of grand piano All levels Amateurs 45 Classroom hire with pianist (for singers) Advanced Professionals 80 Prices in Euro per person

13 Music discovery, instrumental and singing courses, either classical/academic or contempo- rary (jazz, rock, blues, easy listening and other new genres). The lessons of 30 minutes each are held in a music school with 12 soundproofed class- rooms and a "backline" (drums, guitars and bass amplifiers, voice sound system and piano). The duration for the space rental is 60 minutes.

COOKING Duration Programme fee 1 week approx. 10 hours (approx. 3,5 hrs. x 3 times) 240 Prices in Euro per person

Cooking lessons to discover Italian and Central European cuisine, perfect to immerse into the gastronomic savours and perfumes of multicultural Trieste. ‐‐ 3 lessons (6 pm – 9.30 pm) – approx. duration 10,5 hours ‐‐ Minimum duration of the course: 1 week (3 lessons) ‐‐ Maximum duration of the course: 4 weeks (12 lessons) The rate includes: list of recipes, apron, ingredients needed to prepare the meals, dinner together with the cook.

MEAL PLAN EXAMPLE FOR ONE LESSON Primo: Risotto alla Marinara Secondo: Misto di pesce impanato e frutti di mare (pedoci, canestrelli) gratinati Dolce: Palacinche

PAINTING Activity Duration Programme fee ABC dell’Arte - Technical fundamentals and general introduction to drawing (perspective, shadow theory, copy 10 lessons (2 hrs. x 5 days) 510 from life), application of color (acrylic / oil), as well as the composition and completion of one canvas

Thematic course Watercolour - characteristics, differenc- 10 lessons watercolour, oil, es and results of mono and polychrome watercolour. drawing, portrait (2 hrs. x 5 510 Thematic course Oil – wide range of projects on oil days) painting technics. Thematic course Drawing - the basics of drawing, per- 20 lessons watercolour, oil, spective and proportion. drawing, portrait (2 hrs. x 10 1000 Thematic course Portraiture - copies from photos or other days) images, drawn and/or painted Prices in Euro per person

14 Professional painting course in partnership with the free academy of the Fine Arts School of Trieste. Individual lessons with renowned, expert instructors to develop or refine artistic capabilities and techniques.

SAILING Activity Type of course Programme fee Beginner course 1-to-1: 16 hrs. (4 hrs. x 4 days) 500 Sailing (Comet 860) Advanced course 1-to-1: 24 hrs. (4 hrs. x 6 days) 800 Rates for group courses upon request Complete course (Beginner + Advanced course) 1200 Prices in Euro per person

Sailing lessons in the city of wind and of the historic Barcolana regatta, which hosts approx- imately 25,000 sailors every year. Our partner sailing school is located in Duino, 30 minutes from Trieste. Lessons are supervised by an expert instructor and are divided into a theoretical part and a practical part on the water. The course teaches basic terminology, proper fitting out of a boat, sailing with the wind and the techniques of changing direction. The days and times for lessons are set by the instruc- tor in accordance with current weather conditions. The price includes: sailing gear – life jacket.

KAYAK Activity Type of course Programme fee Beginner course: 10 hrs. (5 hrs. x 2 days) 220 Kayak Advanced course: 10 hrs. (5 hrs. x 2 days) 220 Complete course (Beginner + Advanced course) 400 Prices in Euro per person

Sea kayak lessons along the Duino coast, at the mouth of the Timavo River and near the Isola della Cona. The excursions are supervised by expert guides and you will learn the tech- niques of paddling, manoeuvring and navigation, and recovery in the event of rolling over. The excursions are either half-day or full-day, depending on the itinerary, and are set by the instructor in accordance with current weather conditions. The price includes: kayak, paddle, dry bag, floating assistance.

15 MOUNTAIN BIKE Activity Type of Activity Programme fee Mountain Bike Guided half-day tour 40 Prices in Euro per person

The region of Friuli-Venezia Giulia offers great mountain biking opportunities, and the city of Trieste lends itself wonderfully to being explored by bike. Details of the excursions are available after arrival. There are also the following types of bicycles available: City Bike and E-Bike.

PROFICIENCY EXAMS

PROFICIENCY EXAMS for Language levels: A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, C2. The Piccola Università Italiana is an authorized examination centre for CILS and CELI exams and offers the possibility to prepare and carry out the exams directly in our insitute in Trieste.

CILS (University of ) CELI () April, 11 (level B2) March (level B2) May, 30 (all levels) June (all levels) December, 03 (all levels) November (all levels)

Exam fee: varies according to level, from 40 to 160 Exam fee: 100 for all levels

Prices in Euro per person

The proficiency exams ofAIL are held only in our school in Tropea.

16 ACCOMMODATION

The rates are calculated from arrival day Sunday until departure day Saturday. Additional nights on weekends may be booked upon request.

“RESIDENZA PUI” – SHARED APARTMENT

Single room Double room for single use Double room Rates per week 180 210 165 Additional night 30 35 27 Prices in Euro per person

This completely renovated apartment is nicely furnished and provides every comfort. It consists of 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms with shower and toilet and fully equipped kitchen. Features: WIFI, flat screen TV 32'' in all rooms, washing machine with integrated dryer (can be used on request), latex mattresses, dishwasher. Included services: Utilities (electricity, water, gas, heating), one weekly cleaning and linen change. On request a second towel and linen change can be organized for a fee of 10 €. Distance to school: 5 minutes on foot.

“RESIDENZA PUI” – STUDIO FLAT

Double room for single use Double room Rates per week 310 200 Additional night 50 33 Prices in Euro per person

The apartments organised by the school are all comfortably furnished. It consists of a fully equipped kitchenette, a separate bed and living room and a bathroom. Features: TV, heater/air-conditioning, washing machine with integrated dryer, dishwasher and WIFI. Included services: Utilities (electricity, water, gas, heating), one weekly cleaning and linen change. On request a second towel and linen change can be organized for a fee of 10 €. Distance to school: From 2 to max. 20 minutes on foot.

17 HOMESTAY

Single room with breakfast Double room with breakfast Per week 200 140 Additional night 33 23 Half-board surcharge per night 15 15 Full-board surcharge per night 25 25 Placement fee per week 20 10 Prices in Euro per person

Staying with an Italian family or a single person means to be completely immersed in Italian culture. The students stay in a single room, which disposes of bed, table, chair and ward- robe. The bathroom is mostly shared with the guest family. Included services: Utilities (electricity, water, gas, heating), one weekly cleaning and linen change, simple Italian breakfast. Against payment the student may book half-board or full- board. Distance to school: Max. 35 minutes on foot or max. 40 minutes by public transportation. Some guest families are located in the outskirts of Trieste. City tax: Some families have to apply the city tax of approx. € 1,20 per person per night for max. 5 nights. RESIDENCE A CLASSIC SUITE WITH KITCHEN Duration Single room Double room 1 week 834 468 2 weeks 1807 1014 3 weeks 2780 1560 Additional night 139 78 Prices in Euro per person

The newly renovated 4-star hotel offers luxuriously modern furnished suites, offering any comfort. The bedroom is separated from the living area, where the fully equipped kitchen and dining area is located. Features: Telephone, WIFI, flat screen TV 32'' offering Sky channels, hydro massage shower, washing machine, air condition/heating (can be individually controlled). Included services: Daily cleaning and change of bed linen, breakfast buffet Distance to school: 5 minutes on foot. City tax: Approx. € 2,20 per person per night for max. 5 nights.

18 RESIDENCE B STUDIO FLAT WITH KITCHENETTE Duration Single room Double room 1 week 425 260 2 weeks 840 481 3 weeks 1100 610 4 weeks 1280 700 Additional week 280 157,50 Additional night 75 48 Prices in Euro per person

The apartment hotel offers classically furnished studio apartments with fully equipped kitchenette. In some flats sleeping and living area are separated. Features: Telephone, WIFI, satellite TV, air condition/heating. Included services: Cleaning twice a week and one weekly linen change. Distance to school: 2 minutes on foot. City tax: Approx. € 2,00 per person per night for max. 5 nights.

RESIDENCE C C1 - STUDIO FLAT WITH KITCHENETTE Duration Single room Double room for single use Double room 1 week 270 360 180 2 weeks 520 676 338 3 weeks 800 1040 520 4 weeks 840 960 480 Additional week 210 240 120 Additional night 45 60 30 Prices in Euro per person

19 C2 - STUDIO FLAT WITH SEPARATE KITCHEN Duration Double room for single use Double room 1 week 420 210 2 weeks 780 390 3 weeks 1200 600 4 weeks 1280 640 Additional week 320 160 Additional night 70 35 Prices in Euro per person

This recently opened apartment hotel is situated in a quiet location at the Botanical Garden.

DESCRIPTION C1: The studio flats are comfortably furnished and come with a combined living room with fully equipped kitchenette. The single room is furnished with a single bed.

DESCRIPTION C2: The studio flats are comfortably furnished, feature separate bedrooms and a small kitchen.

Features: WIFI, flat screen TV 32'', air conditioning/heating. Included services: One weekly cleaning and linen change. Distance to school: 30 minutes on foot or 15 minutes by public transportation. City tax: Approx. € 1,50 per person per night for max. 5 nights.

ALTERNATIVE ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS ‐‐ Hotel ‐‐ B&B ‐‐ Hostels

Rates vary seasonally and are therefore available upon request.

20 TRAVEL INSURANCE

Duration Fee 1 week 12 Prices in Euro per person

A week counts from Sunday to Saturday. Coverage starts from the day of departure from the country of origin. In case of additional nights an extra week has to be charged.

Cover: Cancellation of trip, reimbursement of medical expenses, assistance while travelling, reimbursement for delayed departure, baggage insurance, accidents while travelling, person- al liability.

STUDY VISA

The Piccola Università Italiana is a school recognized by the Ministry and can provide you with the necessary documents and assistance for the request of your student visa.

Non-EU students wishing to study in Italy for more than 90 days will have to apply for a study visa at the Italian Embassy or Consulate of their country of origin. To obtain the visa you will have to register online at one of our courses on our website, then according to the specific requests by your country, you will receive all the necessary docu- ments by mail or e-mail, which need to be presented to the Embassy or Consulate.

21 CANCELLATION CONDITIONS

Cancellation period Course cancellation fee Apartment cancellation fee More than 30 days 100% of the registration fee 30% of the accommodation rate before arrival Less than 30 days 100% of the registration fee + 50% of the accommodation rate before arrival 50% of the course fee Less than 7 days 100% of the registration fee + 100% of the accommodation rate before arrival 100% of the course fee We are happy to answer all your questions.

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