LEARN ITALIAN IN SUNNY SICILY

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1 LEARN ITALIAN IN SUNNY SICILY Giga International House Catania, the best place to learn Italian! Programmes

2 ENJOYING CATANIA LIFE Nestled at the foot of the stunning Mount Etna, Catania is situated on the lovely East coast of Sicily, facing the turquoise water of the Ionian sea. Founded in the 8th century BC, with its beautifully preserved Roman, Greek and Baroque architecture, Sicily s second largest city has retained its position as one of Southern Italy s preeminent cultural and artistic hubs. Number of International Visitors to Catania (2014) European Visitors + 11,7 % from Extra-European Visitors + 4,9 % from 2013 Its flourishing tourism and hospitality sector also contribute to making Catania one of the most successful and dynamic economies in the south. Such drive and energy have in turn made Catania a prime destination for national and international students. Catania has a bustling atmosphere, with teeming piazzas, lively city markets, and hundreds of clubs and bars which attract the city s 60,000 university students. France 13 % England 9 % Russia 5 % Middle East 2 % Spain 12 % USA 7 % Japan 3% 2 CORPORATE TAGLINE 3

3 OUR SCHOOL OUR HEART Established in 1997, Giga IH Catania is a member of AISLi, an authorised exams centre and teacher training centre for Cambridge English, as well as a University of Siena accredited centre for DITALS and preparation centre for CILS. Our modern school is located in the heart of the city and surrounded by restaurants, pubs, cafes, shops, theatres and markets, all fantastic places to practice and improve your Italian. IH Catania is a bright and spacious building, with well equipped classrooms and a stunning terrace with a splendid view of Mount Etna. The school is wi-fi connected so that students can use their own computers and smartphones. The 800-square-metre outside terrace features a gnarly Sicilian olive tree and mediterranean plants. Outside Terrace Enjoy the sun! 800 metres Welcome! IH Catania Staff member 15 4 CORPORATE TAGLINE 5

4 OUR STAFF OUR STUDENTS Our teachers are our point of excellence. They are all experienced, qualified and motivated. Our school is an international house in all senses of the word! We welcome students from all over the world making the school a place where different cultures meet. Students choose Catania because of its lively atmosphere! Our reception staff have been selected for their interpersonal qualities which are so important when dealing with students who come from abroad. Hello! NATIONALITY MIX WE LOVE WHAT WE DO BECAUSE WE ARE PASSIONATE ABOUT IT 6 CORPORATE TAGLINE 7

5 OUR COURSES PROGRAMMES ITALIAN PLUS PHOTOGRAPHY COURSE THE PERFECT COURSE TO LEARN PHOTOGRAPHY TECHNIQUES AND ITALIAN LANGUAGE Course start dates: 8th May th June 2017 Enrolment fee: 65 - Course fee: 650 (27 hours of General Italian and photography course plus 20 hours of photography activities) ITALIAN PLUS COOKING COURSE LESSONS GIVEN BY A PROFESSIONAL COOK STANDARD OR INTENSIVE ITALIAN COURSES Standard: 15 hours per week (3 hr a day - from Monday to Friday) Intensive: 20 hours per week (4 hr a day - from Monday to Friday) Min. 3 - Max. 12 participants - Enrolment fee: 65 The most popular courses! COMBINED COURSES: GENERAL ITALIAN PLUS GENERAL ENGLISH OR GENERAL ITALIAN PLUS SUBJECT MODULES Intensive: 20 hours per week (4 hr a day - from Monday to Friday) Min. 3 - Max. 12 participants - Enrolment fee: 65 Join us! CILS EXAM PREPARATION The CILS certification is essential for access to the workplace, for teaching or for admission to Italian universities. Course fee: Enrolment fee: 65 This course is combined with a 6-week Italian Intensive course. Our Italian plus Cooking course will give you a real experience of true Sicilian and Italian cuisine. Cooking material and dinner included! Course start dates: 5th December 2016; 27th March 2017; 22nd May 2017; 19th June 2017; 17th july Enrolment fee: 65 - Course fee: 680 (30 hours of General Italian and 18 hours of cooking lessons) SPECIAL SUMMER PROGRAMME! EXPLORE ALL THE BEAUTIFUL BEACHES NEAR CATANIA Several types of beaches, from the golden sand of Playa to the rocks of Acicastello and Acitrezza to please you! Scuba-diving courses, Boat tour of Acicastello and Ognina, The aperitif by the beach, Wine tasting on the terrace and more... Summer courses start dates: 19 June, 3 July, 17 July Enrolment fee: 65 - Course fee: 400 (40 hours of General Italian plus extra social activities on request - visit our website INDIVIDUAL COURSES Schedule is customisable to your individual needs. 1 hour: hours: 350 Suitable for students with particular needs. DURING YOUR COURSE ALL OUR TEACHERS MAKE SURE YOU: Develop the four key language skills: speaking, listening, writing and reading STANDARD OR INTENSIVE COURSE FEES Develop your skills working in small groups Course Hours per week 1 week 2 weeks 3 weeks 4 weeks extra week Standard Learn and use the language through dialogues and real-life situations Intensive Standard or Intensive courses start dates (2016/2017): Enjoy lessons with a variety of tasks that will help you focus on pronunciation! 3 October; 17 October; 7 November; 21 November; 5 December; 16 January; 6 February; 27 February; 13 March; 27 March; 24 April; 8 May; 22 May; 5 June; 19 June; 3 July; 17 July. 8 CORPORATE TAGLINE 9

6 SOCIAL PROGRAMME Located in the heart of Catania, students can enjoy proximity to a number of exciting attractions: Mount Etna, the spectacular black lava stone beaches of Acitrezza and Acicastello, the white gold sand of Fontane Bianche and more! Students will develop their Italian skills as they immerse themselves in the culture of this vibrant city with its many shops, restaurants, clubs, and wine bars. In order to give our students the best language learning experience, Giga IH Catania offers a wide range of social activities included in the programme. Some of our most popular options are: a Tour of Catania, Cocktails by the Sea, Pizza on the Terrace and some bookable activities such as Scuba diving Courses, Italian Cooking lessons, Wine tasting sessions, boat tours and trips to Taormina and Acireale. Thank you Vitor! "The time I have been here has been very enjoyable. What I like most at IH Catania is that we don't just study we also have fun". Vitor - Portugal Scuba Diving Tour of Catania Visit of Taormina Wine Tasting Visit of Mount Etna Cooking lessons Pizza night! 10 CORPORATE TAGLINE 11

7 ACCOMMODATION EXECUTIVE SHARED OR PRIVATE APARTMENTS In the same building of Giga International House! STANDARD SHARED OR PRIVATE APARTMENTS 500 m. distance from Giga International House UNIVERSITY RESIDENCE 2 km. distance from Giga International House 12 CORPORATE TAGLINE 13

8 CATANIA IS ONE OF THE MAIN CULTURAL CENTRES OF THE MEDITERRANEAN BASIN!

9 CONTACTS Giga International House Catania Viale Mario Rapisardi Catania - Italy Tel.: learnitalian@gigact.com Vincenzo Bellini Airport - Fontanarossa (CTA)