Dilit Italian School

FAQ

1. Why should I choose Dilit?

Dilit (Divulgazione Lingua Italiana), founded in 1974, was one of the first language schools in Italy to teach Italian as a Foreign Language and has established itself as one of the most prestigious Italian Language Schools in the country today.

It is an early member of the International House World Organization, now a network of over 150 language schools in more than 50 countries. The quality of the teaching and services provided by the school is guaranteed by its membership of EAQUALS (European Association for Quality Language Services).

Dilit International House is officially authorised by the Italian Ministry of Education to teach Italian language and culture to foreign students. To obtain this recognition the school must comply with strict regulations relating to school premises and facilities, teacher qualifications, teaching quality, administration and welfare.

The school is an Examination centre for the CELI examinations of Perugia University and the CILS examinations of Siena University. Dilit is also well-known and appreciated in Italy and abroad for its Teacher Training Department accredited by the Italian Ministry of Education and for the publication of course books and other language teaching materials.


Over the years Dilit has won several awards as “Best Language School in Italy”:

WINNER Study Travel Star Awards 2015, 2012, 2007, 2006 and nominated in 2015-2014-2013-2012-2011-2010-2009-2008-2007-2006.

WINNER in 2015 “Best Language School in Italy” Agency Awards Turkey.

 

2. How can I enrol?

You can enrol online or send your enrolment by fax or mail using the print version.

 

3. When is the school open?

The school is open throughout the year except for 2 weeks during the Christmas period.

From Monday to Friday, 8:30-19:00.

 

4. When do I receive my accommodation details?

Accommodation details will be sent 2 weeks before the beginning of the course.

 

5. Can I change accommodation if I don’t like it?

The first day of your course you can go to the accommodation office and they'll try to solve your problem as quickly as possible.

 

6. Can I change my General Italian Group Course with an Individual Course?

Yes, but not later than two weeks before the beginning of the reserved course.

 

7. Can I change my General Italian Course with an “Other Courses” course?

Yes, but not later than 4 weeks before the beginning of the reserved course.

 

8. Can I finish my course in advance and be reimbursed?

It is not possible, sorry.

 

9. Can I interrupt my course and restart it at a later date?

Yes, you can, but you must inform the school at least one week in advance.
If you have a visa obtained with the school’s certificate of enrolment, the school cannot issue another certificate of enrolment to cover the extended stay.

 

10. If I am absent during the course do I get back the days lost?

Unfortunately not, sorry.

 

11. Is attendance compulsory?

No, but if you are absent for more than 20% of the lessons, it’s not possible to obtain a certificate of attendance.

 

12. Is homework mandatory?

No, but it is highly recommended.

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