The Ca' Foscari School for International Education offers Italian language programmes and activities that are diversified based on the target user. Our programmes include both Summer, Spring and Winter Schools which are open to everyone (students and non-students), and are held in person (on-campus). 

Each programme offers intensive Italian language and culture courses, and, in case of Summer and Winter Schools, a series of cultural visits. Our programmes have been designed to offer a total immersion experience, combining academic excellence with the unmatched beauty and charm of Venice. Forget boring lectures; our approach is dynamic, practical, and deeply rooted in real life, transforming the city itself into your classroom. 

Classes are intensive and daily, and are taught by qualified and experienced native-speaking instructors

These sessions focus on the rapid acquisition of essential language skills: conversation, applied grammar, listening, and reading comprehension. The fast pace and constant interaction are key to unlocking your fluency and making you feel comfortable using the Italian language daily, regardless of your starting level. 

However, learning Italian is only half the journey. The true richness of our programs lies in the cultural and social component. Each programme (Winter and Summer) includes a rich schedule of carefully selected guided tours and cultural activities. Find out more about the specific details and dates, and begin your unforgettable journey today.

CILS certification and Open Badge

We also provide the CILS certification service for Italian as a foreign language for those who wish to have their Italian language proficiency internationally recognized. Some of our courses are eligible for an Open Badge, giving you the opportunity to include these skills in your CV.