Polito Language Centre - CLA

The Polito Language Centre (CLA) offers an array of services for foreign language learning to the entire community of Politecnico, including the possibility to earn internationbally-recognized English language and Italian language certificates.

In particular, at the CLA you can take IELTS Academic (English language) and PLIDA (Italian language).

The CLA also supports teaching staff and Ph.D. candidates helping them with articles, theses and oral presentations in English.

 

At the CLA you can:

  • borrow test books for a period of time that varies depending on the type of book
  • take part in the English activities offered by the CLA

 

News

Advanced IELTS preparation courses (ASSI and AWSI) 

On Monday 3rd November 2025 the last Advanced IELTS preparation courses (ASSI and AWSI) of this year will begin. They will start again in February 2026. 

To attend the courses, it is necessary to have a minimum score of 65 in the level test or an IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.

 

2026 IELTS sessions calendar

The 2026 IELTS sessions calendar is now available on the specific section of the page IELTS test registration.

Opening times and contacts

Opening times

 Monday 9:30 - 13:00
 Wednesday 11:00 - 15:00
 Friday 9:30 - 13:00

The Polito Language Centre is located in the main campus of Politecnico along the corridor of even-numbered classrooms, opposite study room 3 (basement floor). 
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English language advisory service

See times and information in English.

 

Ticketing Support System

For information and inquiries, you can contact the Polito Language Centre through the Ticketing Support System available on your personal page of the Teaching Portal:

Log in for Politecnico students and graduates

(with username and password)

Log in for users registered to the Apply@polito portal

(with username and password))

Log in for guest users – FAQs and tickets

(registration not required)