Italian Level 3

Italian Level 3

Course Description

Level 3 Classes: This course is suitable for people who feel comfortable with what is covered in Levels 1 and 2. You will already be able to communicate simple, basic needs, use familiar everyday expressions and talk in a very simple way about yourself, using the present tense. By the end of this course, you will be able to express some of your past experiences, compare options and express simple future plans.  

In Level 3, we work at the A2 level of the CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages)*. 

Term duration 9x weekly classes, Monday evenings, 6:15pm to 8:30pm

No class on Monday 26 May. Your last class will finish at 8:15pm. 

Key Language

Communicative themes may cover: 

• Recounting/understanding people’s accounts of recent experiences and holidays. 

• Talking about key life events (moving house, meeting a partner etc.) 

• Talking about plans in the future  

• Travelling and transports. Asking and giving directions. 

• Describing homes and comparing types of accommodation. 

• Describing types of characters. 

• Talking about health (body parts, common illnesses, symptoms). 

Key grammatical points covered may include: 

• Consolidating accurate use of the present 

• Introducing the use of simple past tense (passato prossimo). E.g. Sabato ho mangiato al ristorante; ho fatto una passeggiata 

• Simple future tense. E.g. Domani sera andrò al cinema 

• Simple hypotheses. E.g. Quanti anni ha Marta? Avrà 30 anni? 

• Adjectives and comparatives. E.g. Luigi è più alto di Marco 

• All direct object pronouns. E.g. Mi chiami? 

• Basic relative pronouns. E.g. Il libro che ho comprato è molto bello 

Please note that we adapt the pace of the class to the needs and interests of the group, so the listed themes and grammar may be subject to change and are not meant to be exhaustive. 

 Homework may be set between classes, though we do understand that the constraints of everyday life may make it difficult to complete at times. You are under no obligation to complete the homework, but revision of the weekly lessons is strongly encouraged to allow you to make excellent progress and benefit fully from the course.  

Each week you will practise most if not all four communicative skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing). You will be encouraged to take an active part in all activities which can include games, pair, and group work as well as individual tasks. We aim to establish a friendly, inclusive atmosphere in the classroom so that all students can express themselves freely and increase their confidence. 

 CEFR levels indicated on our level descriptors are not a guarantee that you can take the associated Italian exam for this level. If you would like to take an external Italian exam, please speak to your tutor to discuss what they think would be most appropriate.