Italian: A Journey Through Eyewear History, Innovation and Design
Date: Monday 2 - Monday 30 November 2026
Time: 16.30 - 17.30
Venue: Crescent Arts Center, Belfast
Price: 43 £43 | £40
Weeks: 5
Tutor: Federica Ferrieri
Level: Lower Intermediate & Intermedaite
Book NowDiscover the world of Italian eyewear - one of Italy's most distinctive industries - through the language of fashion, design, and craftsmanship. This interactive four-week course explores the history and global success of Italian eyewear, from its roots in traditional manufacturing to its role in contemporary fashion and innovation.
Designed for lower-intermediate and intermediate learners of Italian, the course uses discussion, role plays, creative activities, and authentic cultural materials to develop language skills while exploring the language of fashion, style, and design.
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About the Tutor
Dr Federica Ferrieri has lived in Northern Ireland since 2010, after spending time in the Netherlands and Greece. She holds a PhD in Modern Greek Language and Literature, and her expertise lies in both the theory and practice of language teaching.
She works as a Civic Engagement Officer at Queen's University Belfast, and she also continues to pursue her passion for teaching foreign languages – mainly Italian. She served as the Italian Honorary Consul in Northern Ireland from 2016 to 2025.
Federica is particularly interested in projects that connect language learning with arts-based approaches, restorative justice, diversity and representation.
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