CLI Dante Alighieri

The Centro Linguistico Italiano Dante Alighieri is specialised in the teaching of Italian language and culture to foreign students. The school was founded in Florence in 1966 and is recognised by the Ministry of Education. It is open all year round. The centre is housed in a stylish turn of the century building, at 1 Piazza Bologna. It is within easy reach of the city centre and all other areas, amply served by Underground Line B and many bus routes. The classrooms are large and bright and there is a terrace which, in spring, summer and autumn, becomes a meeting-place for students during breaks.

Rome is undoubtedly one of the most important historic, artistic, and cultural cities in the world. The city is called ‘eternal’ as it served a capital of kingdoms, republics and empires of the Western World. It is also the physical and spiritual centre of the Roman Catholic Church and holds some of the word’s greatest treasures. A student will find themselves gazing upon works created by the World’s masters such at Michelangelo and Bernini, awed by the magnificence of the Colloseum, and dazzled by the splendour of St. Peter’s Basilica. To list all of Rome’s countless important treasures would be impossible, when one keeps in mind that the city contains works from its Ancient, Medieval, Renaissance past as well as its contributions to modern art and culture. Through study in Rome, students also enjoy living in a major European city, with its countless bars, discos, pubs and cafes. Evenings can be spent viewing a concert in one of the many churches that spot the city or take in a movie (in either English or Italian). The summer months are teeming with art and music festivals (Estate Romana which is a series of open-air events including concerts, theatre, music, films, dancing), which are enjoyed in the delightful evening air! The possibilities are endless.

Individual courses are organised according to the individual student’s schedule and to particular linguistic and grammar requirements. These courses are the best choice for those who need to learn the language for professional purposes in a very short time. Cycles go from very short ones up to a maximum 8-10 hours a day for the most intensive including dinner with the teacher. Specific courses are available for students working in commerce, finance and tourism. The price is for 15 hours i a week, 3 hours a day.