Genoa, the port city of the Ligurian coast, is Christopher Columbus's birthplace and has one of Europe's largest medieval historic centres and UNESCO-listed palaces. The home of pesto, close to the Cinque Terre and Portofino, it offers both sea and culture.
Ask NGGlobal's advisers about the current language school options in Genoa. Italian schools in Genoa and courses at the University of Genoa are among the options.
In Genoa you can book short courses of 1-2 weeks. On an intensive program, one level of Italian usually takes 4-8 weeks, and to reach a level where you can communicate in daily life we recommend a 2-4 month plan, depending on your starting level.
The biggest factor in the price is the length of your booking: the weekly fee drops noticeably for bookings of 12 weeks or more. Besides tuition, budget for items such as the registration fee, materials and the visa and travel health insurance. NGGlobal students can take advantage of the schools' seasonal offers.
At most language schools courses start every Monday, though complete beginners may have set start dates. For long programs that require a visa, we recommend applying at least 3 months ahead. July and August are the busiest months.
For study longer than 90 days, you apply to Italy's missions in Turkey for a national (D) student visa. Language courses usually require enrolment on an intensive program of at least 20 hours a week, proof of funds and health insurance, and after arriving in Italy you apply for a residence permit (permesso di soggiorno) within 8 days.
Working in breach of visa rules can lead to serious penalties, so always follow the official rules. NGGlobal helps you plan your budget for the course and living costs.
Homestays are common in Genoa; living with an Italian family is ideal for getting to know the language and food culture up close.
Living costs in Genoa are around the Italian average, with rent lower than in Milan or Rome.
Genoa has a metro, buses, funiculars and lifts up its hills, and trains run along the Ligurian coast.
Genoa has a Mediterranean climate, with hot, dry summers and mild, sunny winters.
Genoa is usually reached from Turkey with connections via Milan or Rome, and the train from Milan takes about 1.5-2 hours.
Because Italy uses daylight saving time, the difference changes with the season: from late March to late October Genoa is 1 hour behind Turkey, and in winter it is 2 hours behind.
You can decide with NGGlobal which school, course and type of accommodation suit you best. We follow the whole process for you, from application and visa to arrival.
About 1.5 hours by train.
Genoa is known for its port history, one of Europe's largest aquariums and pesto.
Working on a Schengen visa is prohibited, and on a long-term study permit work rights depend on current rules.
No. Schools run beginner courses, and a placement test on your first day puts you in the right class.
CILS (University for Foreigners of Siena) and CELI (University for Foreigners of Perugia) are official Italian proficiency certificates accepted by Italian universities and employers.
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