As it stands, we expect the 2021 spring program to resemble that of the fall. Adjustments will be made, however, should the situation with COVID-19 change.

The Berklee Valencia campus is currently following guidance from state and regional health authorities. As of today the Spanish Ministry of Universities has already set some recommendations (in Spanish) for the safety of our shared environment:

• Practice social distancing (2 meters).
• Reorganizing campus space
• Use of facial masks.
• Washing hands regularly.
• Wiping down our workspaces after using them.
• Ventilation protocols
• A protocol of action when a suspected or confirmed case of COVID-19 appears in the community.

Students will be required to wear a facial covering at all times, with few exceptions. Private lessons and vocal ensembles will be conducted remotely so that students do not have masks interfering with their performance. The performance and ensemble departments are exploring additional tools that will keep students safe while performing.

We will follow isolation, quarantine, disinfection, contact tracing, and other protocols as outlined by the Conselleria de Sanitat (Valencia Regional Government) to minimize as best as possible the spread of COVID-19.

We encourage you to contact your physician in order to best assess the risks of living and/or studying on campus. For more information, or to request accommodations, please contact studentaffairsvalencia@berklee.edu

When a COVID-19 vaccine becomes available, we will update our immunization requirements to be in compliance with mandates set forth by the Department of Public Health and Spanish health authorities. Learn more about Berklee’s immunization policy.

All participants are covered by this insurance while enrolled in the program. You received your MAPFRE insurance card and information during Orientation in Valencia. You can find more information about the plan's coverage here

Performing for an audience is a fundamental part of your education, and we will continue to provide these experiences. Limited live performance opportunities will be available, such as the Lagos de Conciertos and Berklee a Les Arts. In addition, we may use digital tools and media to deliver content to audiences.

As we aim to continue the academic year in a COVID-free working and learning environment for all, we are requiring all faculty, staff, and students to get a COVID-19 test. Tests for incoming graduate students will take place before the beginning of classes.

On Sunday, June 21, 2020 the state of alarm declared by the Spanish government on March 14 ended with the country entering into a state of “new normality”. The use of face masks remains mandatory in Spain in enclosed and open spaces. Please check the Public Safety Alerts page for the most updated information.

As it stands, there are no regulations forbidding tenants from sharing apartments in Spain. We recommend you consult the following general aspects and FAQ about your lease in Spain for specific recommendations. Once you have secured your long-term accommodation in Valencia, you will be asked to provide your final address to the Student Affairs team so we can contact you in the event of an emergency.

For students who are studying in Valencia, practice rooms will be available. Considerations on instrument access will be given priority.

You will have access to Berklee facilities, but access will look different. For example, most spaces will require some form of advance reservation or will be assigned to students. We are committed to making facilities available to students while also maintaining a safe campus that allows for physical distancing and reduced campus density.

The equipment room will be available. We encourage all students to bring their own microphone and headphones (required for some of the programs as indicated here), although a limited number will also be available to be borrowed from the equipment room.

Campus hours will be adjusted as needed to ensure social distancing and to provide sufficient access to practice rooms, studios, and other on-campus facilities.

Apart from the normal technology requirements, students should have:

• An internal or external webcam;
• An internal or external microphone;
• Speakers or headphones; and
• A broadband Internet connection with at least 10 megabits per second (Mbps) upload and download speed. You can check your connection speed here.

For any questions related to technology requirements, please contact atvalencia@berklee.edu.

For common areas, we will establish measures recommended by local health authorities such as:

• Controlling the flow of people on campus, through the corridors, and in lounges
• Reducing the capacity in shared spaces on campus such as in restrooms and in elevators
• Increasing the number of cleaning shifts and procedures on campus

You can visit Accessibility Resources for Students to know more about the process to request accommodations for your housing, dining, and program in Valencia

Yes, the Equipment Room will be available this year with both on-campus and off-campus material. Disinfection protocols have been created and can be found in the Intranet Handbook at http://intranet.berkleevalencia.org/ and in the "COVID-19 Guidelines and Policy Manual For Students"