Italian Course: Beginners Level 1

What you'll learn

Learn to speak Italian with our Italian language short courses online!

Italian is a beautiful, intricate, and melodic language, and you can find its influence in many aspects of our life and culture. It is considered one of the easier languages to learn – it is pronounced how it’s written, so it is great for new language learners. Once you have learned the sounds and mastered the sing-song intonation, Italian is a fun and easy language to learn.

In this beginners Italian course, you will learn about the Italian language and culture in an informal, practical, and interactive way. We will touch on Italian grammar and sentences, but the main focus is giving you the tools to talk confidently.

Our professional and well-experienced Italian tutors will help you to gain a solid foundation of the Italian language to communicate in Italian with simple vocabulary and basic sentences. 

Whether you are thinking of learning Italian for fun, leisure or work, this course provides you with a solid foundation of the Italian language.

Course Highlights

  • Immerse yourself in the captivating realm of Italian language and culture
  • Develop essential language skills for day-to-day conversations, reading, and writing
  • Understand how to pronounce Italian words and use new vocabulary
  • Grasp the essentials of Italian grammar and sentence structure
  • Cultivate the confidence to partake in simple, meaningful interactions with native Italian speakers

Learning outcomes

By the end of this Italian Course: Beginners Level 1, you should be able to:

  • Ask someone their name and respond when someone asks you your name
  • Spell your name
  • Introduce yourself and others
  • Greet others
  • Ask someone how they are feeling and respond when people ask you how you are feeling
  • Say please and thank you
  • Apologise
  • Count in Italian
  • Ask someone their phone number and respond when someone asks you your phone number
  • Order and pay for food and drink at a bar or restaurant
  • Ask where something is and understand directions given
  • Say the days of the week
  • Ask where someone is from and respond when someone asks you where you are from
  • Use simple sentences based on your understanding of grammar fundamentals
  • Manage language difficulties (“I don't understand”, “Could you speak more slowly please?” etc.)
  • Demonstrate some knowledge about the geography of Italy and social customs in Italy
  • Enhance your job opportunities in an Italian speaking country

Course content

In this Beginners Level 1 Italian Course, 

you'll explore a variety of interesting subjects and fundamental grammar principles, ensuring you gain valuable language abilities.

Topics

  • Greetings
  • Introducing yourself and others
  • Personal information
  • Saying please and thank you 
  • Apologising
  • Numbers
  • Days of the week
  • At a bar or restaurant
  • Asking for directions
  • Useful Italian phrases for beginners
  • The regions of Italy

Grammar

  • Alphabet
  • Pronunciation
  • Nouns
  • Singular and plural
  • Verbs
  • Adjectives
  • Articles
  • Introduction to prepositions
  • "Tu" and "Lei" forms of address

Intended audience

This Italian Course: Beginners Level 1 is ideal for

  • Beginners 
  • Language enthusiasts
  • Professionals seeking to enhance their language skills for career advancement
  • Travel enthusiasts planning to visit Italy
  • Anyone who has a passion for learning new languages and cultures

Pre-requisite

  • This course is designed for complete beginners. No prior language skills are required.

Course venue

Online via Zoom

  • Zoom details will be emailed to you with your enrolment confirmation.
  • Requirement: A device and stable internet connection.

Course materials

What to bring to class

  • Textbook 
  • Notebook and pen

Textbook & Resources

Please purchase the course textbook below which is used for all our Italian Language classes.

Course Textbook: Buongiorno Italia!
Author: Joseph Cremona
Published: 2005, BBC
ISBN: 9780563519454

We recommend purchasing your textbook after your course has been confirmed (usually within three working days of the proposed start). The textbook is not included in the enrolment fee.

Certificate of completion

Achievement Recognition

Upon successfully completing the course with at least 80% attendance, you will receive a Certificate of Attendance. This certificate serves as a testament to your commitment and effort in mastering the Italian language. It can be a valuable addition to your resume, showcasing your dedication to personal and professional growth.

Additional Information

  • Fully online through interactive virtual classrooms
  • Enrol in 3 Italian language courses and get automatically 15% off!

Other Italian language courses

Level Course Name Description Pre-Requisite
Level 1 Italian Course: Beginners Level 1 Start to learn the beautiful Italian language with us here. No experience required
Optional Italian Course: Language for Travel Whether you're traveling solo, with friends, or family, this course will equip you with the language tools to create unforgettable memories and a truly enriching Italian adventure. No experience required
Level 2 Italian Course: Beginners Level 2 Expand your Italian language skills. This course is for you if you are a graduate of our Italian Course: Beginners Level 1. 20+ hours of prior language learning
Level 3 Italian Course: Beginners Level 3 This is the perfect course for you, if you want to have more meaningful conversations, understand complex topics, and connect deeply with Italian speakers. 40+ hours of prior language learning
Continuing beyond Level 3 Italian Course: Italian for Continuers An ongoing course that provides a unique opportunity for continuous Italian learning and skill refinement. 60+ hours of prior language learning

Embrace the opportunity to enhance your Italian language skills, improve your work skills, connect with fellow learners, and embark on a rewarding journey of linguistic and cultural exploration.

Course testimonials

Course tutors

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