
Pre University Academy - Summer Programme For Juniors In Milan
Juniors aged 15 – 17
Milan is a cosmopolitan city in Italy known for being the fashion and design capital. It is also a popular destination for studies in various fields such as fashion, design, architecture, engineering, music, economics, and fine arts. Linguaviva Summer Junior programme in Milan provides a unique opportunity to receive a very good preparation for your further academic or professional studies, while experiencing the dynamic city.
Who is the course for?
Linguaviva offers an ideal program for students with an intermediate level of Italian or English who are looking to improve their language skills in a challenging setting. This programme not only provides you with experience in Italian pre-university education, but also offers information on academic and professional options, with the choice between a technical scientific stream or a business and social sciences stream. Alongside academic studies, Linguaviva Junior programme in Milan includes a hands-on, applied learning experience. To round it all off, a variety of activities are included to provide an enjoyable and well-balanced experience.
Course objectives
The programme aims to challenge and expand students’ language understanding, by focusing on topic specific vocabulary and putting language into practice whilst providing valuable insights into future careers.
Course Content
This course combines classroom-based theory with practical sessions across a range of careers in an Italian or English-speaking environment.
COMMON PART FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS - 10 lessons per week
Introduction on Italian Academic system
Orientation on how to choose the best University
Analysis on rankings
Insight on employment prospects
Study skills
Summarising
Note-taking
Interpreting graphs
Express a view debating on a topic
Arranging an oral presentation
Drafting a report
ELECTIVE ACADEMIC SUBJECTS - 10 lessons per week | |
Technical-Scientific Area | Business and Social Sciences |
Architecture, Design, Engineering, Medical Studies Academic offer and Admissions Math Physics Biology Logic Mock tests on admission exams |
Business and Management, Social Sciences, Humanities Academic offer and Admissions Italian society Italian Business Italian culture Media and communication Preparation of a final paper |
KEY FEATURE | |
Student age | from 15 to 17 years old |
Duration | 3 weeks |
Accommodation | Student residence or Homestay with full board |
Safety and care | Guaranteed supervision from Linguaviva staff during all activities |
Levels | B1 Level of Italian or English |
Period | From 10 July to 28 July 2023 |
AFTERNOON ACTIVITIES
Through our activities you will explore Milan as a cutting-edge city and gain insight into future career opportunities.
- Visits to Universities and higher education Institutes for Fashion and Design
- Guided visits to museums
- Visits to media hubs
- Seminars held by professionals and expert from the different areas
- Visits to interesting sites and structures for cultural, social and economic production
- Week-end excursions
SAMPLE WEEKLY SCHEDULE
Timetable | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | |
Common parts Study skills 9.00-10.30 |
Introduction on Italian Academic system | Summarising | Note taking | Expressing a view debating on a topic | Interpreting graphs | Full day excursion to Florence |
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Elective Academic Subjects 11.00-12.30 |
Technical-scientific area | Academic offer and admissions | Math | Math | Mock test | Physics | |
Humanities and Social Science | Academic offer and admissions | Italian Society | Italian Society | Italian Business | Italian Culture | ||
Afternoon Activities | Orientation in Milan | Guided Visit to a media hub | Visit to Politecnico of Milan | Guided Visit to Design Museum | Seminar by a Professional |
FULL BOARD ACCOMMODATION
We take great care in selecting our homestay accommodation. Our hosts are experienced in welcoming international students and are committed to providing a comfortable and enjoyable stay.
HOMESTAY ACCOMMODATION | |
Rooms | Twin and single rooms |
Meals | Breakfast and dinner provided by the hosting families Lunch provided by the school |
Location | In average at 20 minutes by public transportation from the school |
Reservations | The accommodation is booked from the Sunday before the course starts to the Saturday after it ends |
TUTORING | |
Supervision | Guaranteed supervision from Linguaviva dedicated staff during all activities |
Contacts | Emergency contacts shared between participants, parents and hosting family |
Transfer Service | Included in the programme fee in and out from Milan airportsor train station |
DATES AND GLOBAL FEES | |
Duration | Global fee |
3 weeks | € 3.200 |
Starting dates 2023 | From 10th July to 28th July 2023 |
The fee includes:
- Tuition
- Teaching material
- activity programme
- weekend excursions
- full board accommodation
- airport or station pick-up
- tutoring
- insurance