Applications are open: choose your path and start in October

Three years, three languages, a qualification equivalent to the L-12 degree that opens the door to professional and academic careers.
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Schools can apply by 28 October 2026

For students in the last two years of upper secondary school and their language teachers. Four scholarships to be won.
Discover the competition

We will be at the Catania and Rome student fairs

A chance to meet us in person and learn about our study tracks, equivalent to a degree in Language Mediation (class L-12)
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University-level Institute · Rome

Language Mediation

Three-year programme equivalent to the L-12 degree
University-level Institute · Rome
National Language Competition
5th edition: English, French, Spanish and German
University-level Institute · Rome
Events
Meet us at the Salone dello Studente 2026
About us

Languages as a profession, not just a subject

Columbus Academy is the Graduate School for Language Mediators in Rome, authorised by the Italian Ministry of University and Research (Ministerial Decree 3178 of 20/12/2021, Official Gazette no. 21 of 27/01/2022, and Ministerial Decree of 30/03/2022, Official Gazette no. 96 of 26/04/2022) to award a qualification equivalent to a degree in Language Mediation, class L-12. You study English and two more languages of your choice, within a track designed for a specific profession.

8
study tracks
8
languages to choose from
120
scholarships
3-12
months of Erasmus+
120 scholarships covering all or part of the tuition fees, in addition to the DiSCo Lazio call.
From 3 to 12 months at a partner European university, with recognised credits. Double degree with the Université de Lille.
Internships with partner companies, the BEST Office and tutoring, housing for students from outside Rome.
A free consultation, for you and your family, to choose the track that suits you best.