Italian courses

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Italian L2 courses for foreign students (Italiano L2)

The Linguistic Centre of the University of Ferrara offers Italian courses in preparation for university classes, both in the first and second semester (September - November / January - June).

Who can have access to the courses

  • students taking part to university exchange programs 
  • foreign students enrolled in degree programs, specialization courses and PhD programs.
  • students of the Conservatorio G. Frescobaldi
  • foreign guests of the University of Ferrara

Duration and structure of the courses

For the first semester of 2025/2026, three courses are scheduled to be offered (A1, A2, B1/B2).

Information about the upcoming courses:

 

  • Registration, course fee payment, written placement test: August 19 – September 28 (until all spots are filled)

  • Oral placement test: October 2 – 7

  • Course dates: October 13 – November 15. Schedules will be sent via email to registered participants

  • Written and oral exams: by November 16

  • Format: Blended (online classes via Google Meet and in-person sessions at the Language Centre, Via Scienze 41b)

Enrollment: Preliminary Test and Course Fee

To join the Italian language courses, follow these steps:

 

  1. Fill out the online registration form at this link

Complete the form within the deadlines specified in the “Duration and structure of the courses” section on this page.
Early registration is strongly recommended, as the registration date will help determine your class placement.

  1. Pay the course fee at this link
    Payment is required for both enrollment and attendance.
    Please note: No refunds will be issued in case of withdrawal.

  2. Take the written and oral placement tests

After your payment is received, the administration will activate your account and send you a link to take the written placement test. The oral placement test will be online approximately one week before the beginning of classes.
Both tests are necessary to assign you to the correct level.

  1. Class assignment and course details
    Based on your test results, you will be placed in a group with others at the same level (up to 20 students per group). You will receive the course calendar.
    Students who have not paid will not receive these details.


 

Important

Registration closes when classes are full. Once the maximum number of students is reached, enrollment will be closed.
Students who do not complete the placement test and/or oral interview will be excluded from the course.

Course Fees

 

  • Exchange program students – first course: €60.00

  • Exchange program students – additional courses: €130.00

  • International students (enrolled in degree, specialization, or PhD programs, or at the “G. Frescobaldi” Conservatory) – first course: €80.00

  • Same as above – additional courses: €130.00

  • Students exempt from tuition fees: €60.00

Payment instructions:

Payments must be made through the Payments Portal at this link.
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Note: International students without an Italian tax code must check the “Anonymous” box when filling out the payment form.

 

A PagoPA payment guide is available here.

 

Reminder: Registration fees are non-refundable in case of withdrawal.