Proficiency and Placement Exams

All accepted students to the Master of Music in music production, technology, and innovation must take placement exams in engineering and Ableton, and proficiency exams in Pro Tools, Analog Audio and Music Theory. 

Proficiency Tests in ProTools, Analog Audio and Music Theory

Proficiency tests for Pro Tools and Analog Audio will be conducted in both May and June. We highly encourage students to participate in the June sessions to assess their proficiency levels, allowing them to receive an initial evaluation and providing an opportunity for improvement when retaking the proficiency exams in July, if needed. You may take these exams multiple times. The next exam dates are:

Pro Tools Proficiency Exams

  • Wednesday, May 13, 2026 · 12:00 – 1:00 pm CET

  • Wednesday, May 13, 2026 · 6:00 – 7:00 pm CET

  • Wednesday, July 8, 2026 · 12:00 – 1:00 pm CET

  • Wednesday, July 8, 2026 · 6:00 – 7:00 pm CET

Analog Audio Proficiency Exams 

  • Tuesday, May 12, 2026 · 6:00 – 7:00 pm CET

  • Thursday, May 14, 2026 · 12:00 – 1:00 pm CET

  • Tuesday, July 7, 2026 · 6:00 – 7:00 pm CET

  • Thursday, July 9, 2026 · 12:00 – 1:00 pm CET

Music Theory Proficiency Exams 

  • Wednesday, May 13, 2026 · 10:00 – 11:00am CET

  • Wednesday, May 13, 2026 · 4:00 – 5:00pm CET

  • Wednesday, July 8, 2026 · 10:00 – 11:00am CET

  • Wednesday, July 8, 2026 · 4:00 – 5:00pm CET

Placement Tests in Engineering and Ableton 

Engineering and Ableton placement exams are also scheduled to evaluate your level of experience and knowledge, helping us place you in a section that best matches your skills. These exams will be conducted in both May and July. Please do not study for these exams, since they are designed to evaluate your current level only. You may only take these exams once. The next exam dates are:

Engineering Placement Exams 

  • Tuesday, May 12, 2026 · 4:00 – 5:00 pm CET

  • Thursday, May 14, 2026 · 10:00 – 11:00 am CET

  • Tuesday, July 7, 2026 · 4:00 – 5:00 pm CET

  • Thursday, July 9, 2026 · 10:00 – 11:00 am CET

Ableton Placement Exams 

  • Tuesday, May 12, 2026 · 10:00 – 11:00 am CET

  • Thursday, May 14, 2026 · 4:00 – 5:00 pm CET

  • Monday, July 6, 2026 · 10:00 – 11:00 am CET

  • Thursday, July 9, 2026 · 4:00 – 5:00 pm CET

Exam Registration

To secure your spot for the exams, please complete the registration form once the dates are confirmed. After registration, you will receive an email confirmation with the Zoom links for your scheduled session. Make sure to complete the registration before the exam date.

RSVP for May Exams

RSVP for July Exams

What to Expect from the Exams

  • All exams will be conducted via Zoom and will last for one hour.
  • Please ensure your camera is on during the exam and take the exam from a quiet room.
  • We recommend that you complete the exam in a quiet place with a secure internet connection.
  • Berklee Valencia faculty members will proctor the exams.
  • For those who pass the proficiency exams, an in-person five-minute oral confirmation exam will be conducted during orientation week in September.

How to Prepare 

Keeping this in mind, we're providing you with a list of resources to help you prepare for the exams. Please note that this list is not exhaustive, and it's not intended as an endorsement of the courses listed.

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How to Request Accommodations

If you would like to request accommodations based on a disability for the placement and proficiency exams, please contact the Office of Accessibility Resources for Students by emailing accessibilityresources@berklee.edu or calling 617-747-2387.