Languages

Italian Language and Culture

When
July 13, 2026

Mode of delivery
Online

Duration
18 weeks total
(Three six-week modules)

Location
Online

$450 total (Non-credit option)
3 modules at $150 each

$592 total (Credit option)
3 modules + $142 credit application price

Build practical skills in Italian language and culture

Build practical Italian language skills while exploring the rich culture, history and everyday life of Italy through this flexible online micro-credential.

Designed for beginners, this course introduces you to speaking, listening, reading and writing in Italian across three sequential online modules. You’ll also gain insights into Italian culture, contemporary society and the Italian diaspora in Australia.

Course Overview

The Italian Language and Culture micro-credential is made up of three online modules designed to progressively build your confidence and communication skills in Italian.

You’ll learn through interactive activities focused on:

speaking
listening
reading
writing
grammar and sentence structure
Italian culture and everyday communication.

Participants who complete all three modules will receive a certificate of completion and the micro-credential.

Students also have the option to complete additional assessments to become eligible for credit towards award study at Flinders University.

Who should attend?

This micro-credential is suited to:

university students
professionals
travellers
community members interested in Italian language and culture
anyone wanting to begin learning Italian in a flexible online environment.

No prior knowledge of Italian is required.

What you will study

Module 1: Introduction to Italian Language and Culture

Develop foundational Italian language skills and learn common expressions used in everyday situations.

Topics include:

basic pronunciation and phonetics
introductory vocabulary and conversations
reading and understanding simple texts
Italian social etiquette and communication styles
cultural practices and traditions.

Module 2: Building Blocks of Italian - Grammar and Writing

Build confidence in written Italian through grammar, sentence structure and language conventions.

Topics include:

parts of speech and sentence structure
grammar and syntax fundamentals
written communication skills
Italian heritage in Italy and Australia
Italian art and monuments.

Module 3: Italian in Practice - Listening, Speaking and Everyday Use

Apply your language skills in practical and conversational contexts while exploring Italian media and contemporary life.

Topics include:

conversational Italian
listening comprehension
everyday communication
contemporary Italian culture
Italian film and cinema.

Assessment

Participants will complete assessments throughout the course, which may include portfolios, quizzes and tests or oral presentations.

Students wishing to receive academic credit will complete additional assessment tasks.

Learning outcomes

By the end of the micro-credential, you will be able to:

communicate using foundational Italian expressions
understand and produce simple written and spoken Italian
apply basic Italian grammar and sentence structures
participate in simple conversations in familiar contexts
identify aspects of Italian culture, society and everyday life
develop an understanding of Italian heritage and cinema.

Credit

Students who successfully complete all three modules and the additional assessment requirements may be eligible for 4.5 units of credit for ITAL1201 - Introductory Italian Part 1

This credit may be applied towards a range of eligible degree programs at Flinders University.