Online Italian Level 17 is an Intermediate course for students who have studied the Italian language to a fairly high level. Online Italian Level 17 requires that you have previously studied Italian Level 16 or a course of at least 192 class hours.  

Our Online Italian language classes take place via Zoom with a qualified, experienced teacher and fellow students. The interactive lessons emulate our face-to-face classes, and via teacher screen-sharing, students are able to experience a live classroom environment. From vocabulary activities and covering grammar points on the white board, to listening exercises, file sharing and ‘break-out rooms’ to practise speaking with classmates, students can learn without leaving the comfort of their homes. Take a look at an example of one of our online classes in this video. 

What do you need for an online class? 

To get the most from this course you will need 

• A reliable internet connection 

• A desktop computer, laptop, tablet or smartphone 

• A web camera on or attached to the device you are using 

• An integrated microphone in the device you are using or an attached headset 

• The day before your course, you will be sent via email all the details you need to connect to the IH London Zoom classroom 

This language course includes 

• Access to our online platform to download lesson summaries, notes and resources 

• Support and advice from Italian language teachers 

• Italian language study tips 

By the end of your course, you should be able to: 

• Express opinions, make comparisons, and discuss different topics. 

• Talk about films, TV series, social media, and online content. 

• Reformulate texts and report information clearly. 

• Express hypotheses, agreement, and disagreement. 

• Handle formal communication and request assistance. 

• Use grammar such as tanto… quanto…, che for comparisons, il quale, and the trapassato prossimo. 

• Use appena with the passato prossimo, indirect speech, basta + infinito, and dovere for hypotheses. 

• Use conjunctions and adverbial expressions such as bensì, oppure, precisamente, and a causa di. 

• Build vocabulary related to films, social media, music, banking, customer service, and formal communication. 

• Gain cultural knowledge of Italian cinema, popular music, digital culture, and everyday life in Italy. 

Materials 

Required Coursebooks: 
DIECI B1 – C. Massimo Naddeo & E. Orlandino 
Publisher – ALMA Edizioni 
ISBN 978-8861826885 

For this course we will use Unit 1 from DIECI B1. Please note we might not cover all activities during the course. You can buy your coursebook via our website with a link shared with you in your welcome email. 

Online Italian Level 18 is an Intermediate course for students who have studied the Italian language to a fairly high level. Online Italian Level 18 requires that you have previously studied Italian Level 17 or a course of at least 204 class hours.  

Our Online Italian language classes take place via Zoom with a qualified, experienced teacher and fellow students. The interactive lessons emulate our face-to-face classes, and via teacher screen-sharing, students are able to experience a live classroom environment. From vocabulary activities and covering grammar points on the white board, to listening exercises, file sharing and ‘break-out rooms’ to practise speaking with classmates, students can learn without leaving the comfort of their homes. Take a look at an example of one of our online classes in this video. 

What do you need for an online class? 

To get the most from this course you will need 

• A reliable internet connection 

• A desktop computer, laptop, tablet or smartphone 

• A web camera on or attached to the device you are using 

• An integrated microphone in the device you are using or an attached headset 

• The day before your course, you will be sent via email all the details you need to connect to the IH London Zoom classroom 

This language course includes 

• Access to our online platform to download lesson summaries, notes and resources 

• Support and advice from Italian language teachers 

• Italian language study tips 

By the end of your course, you should be able to: 

• Reformulate and simplify complex texts and messages. 

• Express hypotheses, agreement, disagreement, surprise, and anger. 

• Report information and give clear explanations. 

• Ask for and give clarifications, protest politely, and reassure others. 

• Handle formal communication and telephone assistance. 

• Use grammar such as combined verbs and pronouns, basta + infinito, indirect speech, and dovere for hypotheses. 

• Use conjunctions such as bensì and oppure, and common adverbial expressions. 

• Build vocabulary related to banking, refunds, customer service, formal communication, and telephone assistance. 

• Develop cultural knowledge of Italian services, bureaucracy, geography, and everyday communication. 

Materials 

Required Coursebooks: 
DIECI B1 – C. Massimo Naddeo & E. Orlandino 
Publisher – ALMA Edizioni 
ISBN 978-8861826885 

For this course we will use Unit 2 from DIECI B1. Please note we might not cover all activities during the course. You can buy your coursebook via our website with a link shared with you in your welcome email.

Online Italian Level 19 is an Intermediate course for students who have studied the Italian language to a fairly high level. Online Italian Level 19 requires that you have previously studied Italian Level 18 or a course of at least 216 class hours.  

Our Online Italian language classes take place via Zoom with a qualified, experienced teacher and fellow students. The interactive lessons emulate our face-to-face classes, and via teacher screen-sharing, students are able to experience a live classroom environment. From vocabulary activities and covering grammar points on the white board, to listening exercises, file sharing and ‘break-out rooms’ to practise speaking with classmates, students can learn without leaving the comfort of their homes. Take a look at an example of one of our online classes in this video. 

What do you need for an online class? 

To get the most from this course you will need 

• A reliable internet connection 

• A desktop computer, laptop, tablet or smartphone 

• A web camera on or attached to the device you are using 

• An integrated microphone in the device you are using or an attached headset 

• The day before your course, you will be sent via email all the details you need to connect to the IH London Zoom classroom 

This language course includes 

• Access to our online platform to download lesson summaries, notes and resources 

• Support and advice from Italian language teachers 

• Italian language study tips 

By the end of your course, you should be able to: 

• Express hopes, desires, opinions, and personal views. 

• Understand road signs and discuss advantages and disadvantages. 

• Describe holidays, festivals, graphs, statistics, and images. 

• Give advice, express doubts, and show resignation. 

• Request roadside assistance and handle travel situations. 

• Use grammar such as the present subjunctive, buono before nouns, and andarsene. 

• Use the subjunctive to express opinions and wishes, and questions to make requests more polite. 

• Build vocabulary related to road signs, travel, weather, festivals, and everyday expressions. 

• Develop cultural knowledge of Italian travel habits, celebrations, and local traditions. 

Materials 

Required Coursebooks: 
DIECI B1 – C. Massimo Naddeo & E. Orlandino 
Publisher – ALMA Edizioni 
ISBN 978-8861826885 

For this course we will use Unit 3 from DIECI B1. Please note we might not cover all activities during the course. You can buy your coursebook via our website with a link shared with you in your welcome email. 

Online Italian Level 20 is an Intermediate course for students who have studied the Italian language to a fairly high level. Online Italian Level 20 requires that you have previously studied Italian Level 19 or a course of at least 228 class hours.  

Our Online Italian language classes take place via Zoom with a qualified, experienced teacher and fellow students. The interactive lessons emulate our face-to-face classes, and via teacher screen-sharing, students are able to experience a live classroom environment. From vocabulary activities and covering grammar points on the white board, to listening exercises, file sharing and ‘break-out rooms’ to practise speaking with classmates, students can learn without leaving the comfort of their homes. Take a look at an example of one of our online classes in this video. 

What do you need for an online class? 

To get the most from this course you will need 

• A reliable internet connection 

• A desktop computer, laptop, tablet or smartphone 

• A web camera on or attached to the device you are using 

• An integrated microphone in the device you are using or an attached headset 

• The day before your course, you will be sent via email all the details you need to connect to the IH London Zoom classroom 

This language course includes 

• Access to our online platform to download lesson summaries, notes and resources 

• Support and advice from Italian language teachers 

• Italian language study tips 

By the end of your course, you should be able to: 

• Talk about Italian superstitions, beliefs, and traditions. 

• Discuss taboo topics and avoid inappropriate conversations. 

• Talk about religion and summarize social and cultural issues. 

• Express surprise, irritation, and describe cultural experiences. 

• Use grammar such as adjective positions, impersonal structures with si, ci si, and dicono + congiuntivo. 

• Use emphasis and intensification through repetition. 

• Build vocabulary related to religion, beliefs, traditions, and conversational expressions. 

• Develop cultural knowledge of Italian customs, social etiquette, religion, and popular festivals. 

Materials 

Required Coursebooks: 
DIECI B1 – C. Massimo Naddeo & E. Orlandino 
Publisher – ALMA Edizioni 
ISBN 978-8861826885 

For this course we will use Unit 4 from DIECI B1. Please note we might not cover all activities during the course. You can buy your coursebook via our website with a link shared with you in your welcome email.

Online Italian Level 21 is an Intermediate course for students who have studied the Italian language to a fairly high level. Online Italian Level 21 requires that you have previously studied Italian Level 20 or a course of at least 240 class hours.  

Our Online Italian language classes take place via Zoom with a qualified, experienced teacher and fellow students. The interactive lessons emulate our face-to-face classes, and via teacher screen-sharing, students are able to experience a live classroom environment. From vocabulary activities and covering grammar points on the white board, to listening exercises, file sharing and ‘break-out rooms’ to practise speaking with classmates, students can learn without leaving the comfort of their homes. Take a look at an example of one of our online classes in this video. 

What do you need for an online class? 

To get the most from this course you will need 

• A reliable internet connection 

• A desktop computer, laptop, tablet or smartphone 

• A web camera on or attached to the device you are using 

• An integrated microphone in the device you are using or an attached headset 

• The day before your course, you will be sent via email all the details you need to connect to the IH London Zoom classroom 

This language course includes 

• Access to our online platform to download lesson summaries, notes and resources 

• Support and advice from Italian language teachers 

• Italian language study tips 

By the end of your course, you should be able to: 

• Express opinions about books and recommend or discourage a novel. 

• Talk about reading habits and summarize texts. 

• Discuss how you stay informed and make assumptions about the past. 

• Express disappointment and gratitude, and shop for books online. 

• Use grammar such as the past and imperfect subjunctive, tuttavia, and magari + congiuntivo imperfetto. 

• Use structures such as prima che + congiuntivo and the different uses of proprio. 

• Build vocabulary related to literature, news, media, misinformation, statistics, and online shopping. 

• Develop cultural knowledge of Italian literature, journalism, digital culture, and modern media habits. 

Materials 

Required Coursebooks: 
DIECI B1 – C. Massimo Naddeo & E. Orlandino 
Publisher – ALMA Edizioni 
ISBN 978-8861826885 

For this course we will use Unit 5 from DIECI B1. Please note we might not cover all activities during the course. You can buy your coursebook via our website with a link shared with you in your welcome email. 

Online Italian Level 22 is an Intermediate course for students who have studied the Italian language to a fairly high level. Online Italian Level 22 requires that you have previously studied Italian Level 21 or a course of at least 252 class hours.  

Our Online Italian language classes take place via Zoom with a qualified, experienced teacher and fellow students. The interactive lessons emulate our face-to-face classes, and via teacher screen-sharing, students are able to experience a live classroom environment. From vocabulary activities and covering grammar points on the white board, to listening exercises, file sharing and ‘break-out rooms’ to practise speaking with classmates, students can learn without leaving the comfort of their homes. Take a look at an example of one of our online classes in this video. 

What do you need for an online class? 

To get the most from this course you will need 

• A reliable internet connection 

• A desktop computer, laptop, tablet or smartphone 

• A web camera on or attached to the device you are using 

• An integrated microphone in the device you are using or an attached headset 

• The day before your course, you will be sent via email all the details you need to connect to the IH London Zoom classroom 

This language course includes 

• Access to our online platform to download lesson summaries, notes and resources 

• Support and advice from Italian language teachers 

• Italian language study tips 

By the end of your course, you should be able to: 

• Talk about environmental protection and sustainability. 

• Discuss advantages, disadvantages, and possible solutions. 

• Express certain and probable hypotheses. 

• Describe hypothetical situations and give advice. 

• Structure arguments and manage conversations. 

• Use grammar such as anche se + indicativo, sebbene/nonostante/benché + congiuntivo, and conditional sentences. 

• Use structures such as se fossi in te and come se + congiuntivo. 

• Build vocabulary related to ecology, landscapes, wildlife, nature, and everyday life. 

• Develop cultural knowledge of Italian environmental habits, geography, eco-tourism, and nature conservation. 

Materials 

Required Coursebooks: 
DIECI B1 – C. Massimo Naddeo & E. Orlandino 
Publisher – ALMA Edizioni 
ISBN 978-8861826885 

For this course we will use Unit 6 from DIECI B1. Please note we might not cover all activities during the course. You can buy your coursebook via our website with a link shared with you in your welcome email. 

Online Italian Level 23 is an Intermediate course for students who have studied the Italian language to a fairly high level. Online Italian Level 23 requires that you have previously studied Italian Level 22 or a course of at least 264 class hours.  

Our Online Italian language classes take place via Zoom with a qualified, experienced teacher and fellow students. The interactive lessons emulate our face-to-face classes, and via teacher screen-sharing, students are able to experience a live classroom environment. From vocabulary activities and covering grammar points on the white board, to listening exercises, file sharing and ‘break-out rooms’ to practise speaking with classmates, students can learn without leaving the comfort of their homes. Take a look at an example of one of our online classes in this video. 

What do you need for an online class? 

To get the most from this course you will need 

• A reliable internet connection 

• A desktop computer, laptop, tablet or smartphone 

• A web camera on or attached to the device you are using 

• An integrated microphone in the device you are using or an attached headset 

• The day before your course, you will be sent via email all the details you need to connect to the IH London Zoom classroom 

This language course includes 

• Access to our online platform to download lesson summaries, notes and resources 

• Support and advice from Italian language teachers 

• Italian language study tips 

By the end of your course, you should be able to: 

• Describe city problems, defend opinions, and mediate discussions. 

• Explain causes, limitations, and summarize information. 

• Give recommendations, discourage choices, and talk about Italian food specialities. 

• Use grammar such as the passive voice with essere and venire. 

• Use structures with qualunque, negative prefixes, and mica. 

• Use causal, limitative, concessive, and conditional clauses. 

• Build vocabulary related to cities, architecture, public spaces, and gastronomy. 

• Develop cultural knowledge of Italian cities, Roman heritage, urban life, and regional food traditions. 

Materials 

Required Coursebooks: 
DIECI B1 – C. Massimo Naddeo & E. Orlandino 
Publisher – ALMA Edizioni 
ISBN 978-8861826885 

For this course we will use Unit 7 from DIECI B1. Please note we might not cover all activities during the course. You can buy your coursebook via our website with a link shared with you in your welcome email. 

Online Italian Level 24 is an Intermediate course for students who have studied the Italian language to a fairly high level. Online Italian Level 24 requires that you have previously studied Italian Level 23 or a course of at least 276 class hours.  

Our Online Italian language classes take place via Zoom with a qualified, experienced teacher and fellow students. The interactive lessons emulate our face-to-face classes, and via teacher screen-sharing, students are able to experience a live classroom environment. From vocabulary activities and covering grammar points on the white board, to listening exercises, file sharing and ‘break-out rooms’ to practise speaking with classmates, students can learn without leaving the comfort of their homes. Take a look at an example of one of our online classes in this video. 

What do you need for an online class? 

To get the most from this course you will need 

• A reliable internet connection 

• A desktop computer, laptop, tablet or smartphone 

• A web camera on or attached to the device you are using 

• An integrated microphone in the device you are using or an attached headset 

• The day before your course, you will be sent via email all the details you need to connect to the IH London Zoom classroom 

This language course includes 

• Access to our online platform to download lesson summaries, notes and resources 

• Support and advice from Italian language teachers 

• Italian language study tips 

By the end of your course, you should be able to: 

• Express opinions about fashion, appearance, and personal style. 

• Describe events happening at the same time and explain sequences. 

• Talk about design objects, create slogans, and describe products. 

• Summarize texts and discuss the Italian language and word formation. 

• Order an aperitivo and interact in social dining situations. 

• Use grammar such as the gerundio, pronoun placement with the gerund, and cui with possessive meaning. 

• Use adjective suffixes such as -abile and -ibile. 

• Build vocabulary related to fashion, Italian design, language, and aperitivo culture. 

• Develop cultural knowledge of Italian style, design, language, and social traditions. 

Materials 

Required Coursebooks: 
DIECI B1 – C. Massimo Naddeo & E. Orlandino 
Publisher – ALMA Edizioni 
ISBN 978-8861826885 

For this course we will use Unit 8 from DIECI B1. Please note we might not cover all activities during the course. You can buy your coursebook via our website with a link shared with you in your welcome email. 

Online Italian Level 25 is an Intermediate course for students who have studied the Italian language to a fairly high level. Online Italian Level 25 requires that you have previously studied Italian Level 24 or a course of at least 286 class hours.  

Our Online Italian language classes take place via Zoom with a qualified, experienced teacher and fellow students. The interactive lessons emulate our face-to-face classes, and via teacher screen-sharing, students are able to experience a live classroom environment. From vocabulary activities and covering grammar points on the white board, to listening exercises, file sharing and ‘break-out rooms’ to practise speaking with classmates, students can learn without leaving the comfort of their homes. Take a look at an example of one of our online classes in this video. 

What do you need for an online class? 

To get the most from this course you will need 

• A reliable internet connection 

• A desktop computer, laptop, tablet or smartphone 

• A web camera on or attached to the device you are using 

• An integrated microphone in the device you are using or an attached headset 

• The day before your course, you will be sent via email all the details you need to connect to the IH London Zoom classroom 

This language course includes 

• Access to our online platform to download lesson summaries, notes and resources 

• Support and advice from Italian language teachers 

• Italian language study tips 

By the end of your course, you should be able to: 

• Talk about future actions and events that happen before others. 

• Recount exams, make assumptions about the past, and discuss studies. 

• Ask for clarification and write a short CV. 

• Express opinions about jobs, working conditions, and employment types. 

• Ask indirect questions, confirm information, and participate in job interviews. 

• Use grammar such as the future perfect, appena/dopo che + futuro, and altered nouns and adjectives. 

• Use indirect interrogative structures in formal communication. 

• Build vocabulary related to education, CVs, employment, contracts, and interviews. 

• Develop cultural knowledge of the Italian education system, workplace culture, job market, and history. 

Materials 

Required Coursebooks: 
DIECI B1 – C. Massimo Naddeo & E. Orlandino 
Publisher – ALMA Edizioni 
ISBN 978-8861826885 

For this course we will use Unit 9 from DIECI B1. Please note we might not cover all activities during the course. You can buy your coursebook via our website with a link shared with you in your welcome email. 

Online Italian Level 26 is an Intermediate course for students who have studied the Italian language to a fairly high level. Online Italian Level 26 requires that you have previously studied Italian Level 25 or a course of at least 298 class hours.  

Our Online Italian language classes take place via Zoom with a qualified, experienced teacher and fellow students. The interactive lessons emulate our face-to-face classes, and via teacher screen-sharing, students are able to experience a live classroom environment. From vocabulary activities and covering grammar points on the white board, to listening exercises, file sharing and ‘break-out rooms’ to practise speaking with classmates, students can learn without leaving the comfort of their homes. Take a look at an example of one of our online classes in this video. 

What do you need for an online class? 

To get the most from this course you will need 

• A reliable internet connection 

• A desktop computer, laptop, tablet or smartphone 

• A web camera on or attached to the device you are using 

• An integrated microphone in the device you are using or an attached headset 

• The day before your course, you will be sent via email all the details you need to connect to the IH London Zoom classroom 

This language course includes 

• Access to our online platform to download lesson summaries, notes and resources 

• Support and advice from Italian language teachers 

• Italian language study tips 

By the end of your course, you should be able to: 

• Express opinions about art and describe works of art. 

• Talk about unrealized wishes and past possibilities. 

• Define terms, report ideas, and present arguments. 

• Ask for assistance and navigate museum situations. 

• Use grammar such as the past conditional, the present participle, and structures like penso che / penso di. 

• Build vocabulary related to art, artists, materials, museums, and historical periods. 

• Develop cultural knowledge of Italian art, museums, and important Italian artists. 

Materials 

Required Coursebooks: 
DIECI B1 – C. Massimo Naddeo & E. Orlandino 
Publisher – ALMA Edizioni 
ISBN 978-8861826885 

For this course we will use Unit 10 from DIECI B1. Please note we might not cover all activities during the course. You can buy your coursebook via our website with a link shared with you in your welcome email. 

Study Intermediate Level Italian with Trainee Teachers

Course Information

• Students must be 18+ years old
• Existing language ability: this is a course for Intermediate level students. Test your Italian level here.
• Classes will take place via Zoom
• Lessons taught by up to six supervised IH London trainee teachers
• All lessons are supervised by experienced teacher trainers

Class Schedule

• The classes are 2 hours per week
• The course runs for 10 weeks
• The course takes place on Wednesdays evenings 18:30 – 20:30

What do you need for an online class?

To get the most from this course you will need

• A reliable internet connection
• A desktop computer, laptop, tablet or smartphone
• A web camera on or attached to the device you are using
• An integrated microphone in the device you are using or an attached headset
• The day before your course, you will be sent via email all the details you need to connect to the IH London Zoom classroom