Our Intensive Italian Language Course in Milan (20 hours per week) is designed for international students who want to study Italian in Italy, make rapid progress and use the language confidently in everyday situations.
Lessons focus on speaking, listening, reading and writing from the very first day. Each lesson lasts a full 60 minutes, giving students more time to practise Italian and interact with their classmates.
Our lessons are highly engaging and follow a dynamic interactive learning method. We begin with real-life situations and guide students naturally towards understanding vocabulary and grammar, making the learning process intuitive and effective for students of every age.
We also make extensive use of video, authentic materials and communication activities. From time to time, lessons may take place outside the classroom — in a café, at a market or in a park — turning Milan itself into a space for learning and authentic language practice.
Eligible students may also be able to earn university credits 🎓, subject to approval by their university. This makes the course suitable for personal, academic and professional goals.
Intensive Italian language course Structure – 20 Hours per Week
Our intensive Italian course in Milan can be attended for periods ranging from 1 to 48 weeks. Classes take place from 9:00 to 13:10, Monday to Friday, with four structured 60-minute lessons every morning.
Our intensive Italian courses are available for all levels, from complete beginner to advanced. Beginners start on the scheduled course dates, while students who already know some Italian can normally join the most suitable class on Monday after completing a placement test.
Intensive Italian language course for a Student Visa
Our 20-hour-per-week programme is designed for international students who need a full-time Italian course for their student visa application.
We provide the enrolment documents needed to support eligible long-term applications and guide students throughout the process. Visa requirements and final decisions depend on the competent Italian Embassy or Consulate.
Discover our Italian courses for student visa applicants. Special rates are available for long-term enrolments, making it easier to plan a semester or academic year in Italy.
Learn Italian in Milan Through Real Immersion
Every week, we organise a free guided visit in Milan after class. Students can discover the city, meet their classmates and practise Italian in a relaxed, real-life setting.
Our monthly programme also includes additional activities such as mountain excursions, fashion experiences, design experiences and phonetics and pronunciation workshops.
After their morning lessons, students can explore Milan independently and practise Italian in cafés, shops, markets and museums. The city becomes a natural language laboratory, creating a genuine Italian immersion experience.
Student Experience
Watch one of our former students describe his experience with our Intensive Italian Language Course in Milan and explain how daily lessons helped him improve his Italian and prepare for university studies in Italy.
At Il Centro, studying Italian means much more than attending a language school. Students become part of a welcoming international community where they can meet new people, build friendships and feel at home in Milan.
Planning a long stay? Read our complete guide to the Italian student visa and residency permit.
