History
The Italian Academy, established in 1984, is a boutique Italian language and culture centre offering top quality language tuition with highly qualified and experienced teachers.
Education
The high quality of didactics and consistency of teaching methods at The Italian Academy is certified by the University for Foreigners of Siena, through which a series of teacher training sessions are arranged every year: our classes remain interactive and engaging with the most up-to-date teaching materials, textbooks and innovative pedagogical tools, apps and games.
Research
The materials used in class are carefully selected based on the linguistic competence and interests of the students, in line with the guidelines laid out by the Common European Framework. The city of Syracuse itself, with its tightly-knit community and welcoming atmosphere, is used within the course frameworks as a laboratory for language acquisition, thanks to the integration of various communication tasks assigned by the teachers throughout the courses.
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The Italian Academy Student Reviews & Awards
Based on 22 reviews
- 5 Star 4 Reviews
- 4 Star 14 Reviews
- 3 Star 1 Review
- 2 Star 1 Review
- 1 Star 2 Reviews
University Experience
I�m currently studying Interior and Product Design at Accademia Italiana in Italy. The creative side of the program is very engaging, we�re encouraged to think conceptually, explore ideas through hand sketching, and develop our own visual language. The design courses often leave room for personal interpretation, which is both challenging and exciting. However, the administrative side of the university could be much better. Communication around deadlines or feedback can be unclear, and there�s often a lack of structure. This can make project planning and time management difficult, especially during exam season. Despite that, the professors are generally passionate about their fields and open to dialogue. I also appreciate the international atmosphere, which adds diversity and creativity to the learning environment. I believe the program has great potential, especially for students who are self-driven and adaptable. With better organization and clearer support systems, it could offer an even stronger foundation for a career in design.
Course structure and Diversity in subjects
The openness to explore many different forms when to comes to designing in general. The one to one approach of the faculty help you to open your mind to wider perspectives, which engages you in critical thinking when it comes to further empathizing before actually designing.
Contract Laws for Image Rights
This school is good in terms of professors and courses but a nightmare in its administration. Terrible communications with anythign regarding the secretaries, visas, housing, etc. Most importantly, they put in VERY FINE PRINT that they claim (on their enrollment contract) to own all intellectual and commercial rights to your works as a creative for the entire time you are in their school. Insanely illegal and insanely disrespectful as a creative.
Housing services
All the accommodation options are offered at a high standard and are regularly inspected by our accommodation staff.
Accommodation is generally booked from Saturday to Saturday, should you wish to book any different interval of days simply let us know!
Our students may also choose to stay in any of our partner B&bs and Hotels.
ICT services
- WIFI and air-conditioning throughout
- Media centre and computer lab
- Comfortable and fully-equipped classrooms
- 24/7 student support
Campus life
The main building of our campus is a historic villa that boasts over 2 acres of lush botanical garden filled with citrus trees, Mediterranean flora, century-old palms, and magnolias, as well as many other exotic trees and plants. Outdoor lessons, cooking classes, workshops and other activities are often held within this enchanting setting.