Program Overview

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Introduction to the Diploma in Italian Online

The Diploma in Italian Online is a groundbreaking experience that enables students to study the Italian language at their own pace, from anywhere, and as part of a community of e-learners. This diploma is designed for beginners and intermediate levels, providing a comprehensive education in the Italian language.

Course Overview

The Diploma in Italian Online is a two-year, part-time course that concentrates on all four main language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. The course uses carefully selected authentic material to introduce or consolidate the structures and functions of the language. In addition, a cultural module explores aspects of Italian life from an intercultural perspective, stimulating discussions about them.

Curriculum

The course is delivered through a combination of online learning material and activities, including:

• Small group online conversation and tutorial classes
• Weekly online forum discussions
• Reading, listening, and viewing activities
• Recorded video-based grammar lessons
• Group projects
• Individualized feedback
• End-of-semester written and oral online exams

Modules

The diploma consists of several modules, including:

Year 1 (15 Credits)

• IT8100: Italian Communication Skills 1 - Part 1: This module develops the four main language skills using regular practice based on authentic material.
• IT8102: Italian Cultural Landscape 1: This module introduces students to aspects of Italian culture and society from both a linguistic and intercultural perspective.
• IT8101: Italian Communication Skills 1 - Part 2: This module continues to develop the four main language skills using regular practice based on authentic material.
• RPL005: Recognised Prior Learning: This module allows students to earn credits for prior learning.
• RPL010: Recognised Prior Learning: This module allows students to earn credits for prior learning.

Year 2 (15 Credits)

• IT8103: Italian Communication Skills 2 - Part 1: This module continues to develop the four main language skills using regular practice based on authentic material.
• IT8105: Italian Cultural Landscape 2: This module introduces students to aspects of Italian culture and society from both a linguistic and intercultural perspective.
• IT8104: Italian Communication Skills 2 - Part 2: This module continues to develop the four main language skills using regular practice based on authentic material.
• RPL005: Recognised Prior Learning: This module allows students to earn credits for prior learning.
• RPL010: Recognised Prior Learning: This module allows students to earn credits for prior learning.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the diploma, students will be able to:

• Recognize and utilize formulaic expressions
• React appropriately to pragmatic aspects of communication
• Recognize and produce oral sentences and frequently used expressions
• Compose short and simple written texts
• Articulate simple conversation relating to persons and events

Assessment

The course is assessed through a combination of continuous assessment, participation activities, project work, and final written/oral exams. All assessed work is completed online.

Unique Features

Unlike many blended learning courses, this diploma course is based on a collaborative, communicative approach, and students are encouraged to participate in virtual class activities with their peers and e-tutor.

Careers

This course is designed to give people enhanced language skills, whether for personal, travel, or professional purposes. At the end of the course, students will have an additional transferable skill with the knowledge of a new language.

Entry Requirements

There are no specific entry requirements for the Diploma in Italian beginners level (Year 1). However, students need to have basic computer skills, as it is an online course. If students wish to enroll for the Intermediate level or go directly into Year 2 of the Diploma in Italian Online (beginner level), they need to pass an entry test.

Fees

The fees for the academic year 2026/27 are as follows:

• EU Tuition: 1,050
• Student Contribution: 0
• Non-EU Tuition: 1,550
• Levy: 35
• Total Fee: 1,085 (EU), 1,585 (Non-EU)

Scholarships

A fee scholarship of up to 30% may be available for students who wish to upskill for the purposes of re-employment.

Recognition of Prior Learning

If students do not meet the standard entry criteria for this course, they may gain entry through the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) policy. Applicants may also be able to earn module exemptions based on their prior learning.