Siena - Business & Economics of Italian Food & Wine

Program Details for Spring 2022

Looking ahead to Spring 2022, there will likely be some aspects of the pandemic that we are still navigating—and that’s okay! Program details may need to pivot as conditions shift, but throughout that experience our commitment to do right by you will guide the way. While it might look different from other study abroad terms, that doesn’t mean Spring 2022 won’t be the most incredible semester of your life!

We’re working hard to keep you safe and well, so you can focus on what you came to do—live, learn, and have some fun abroad. Below is a summary of the main tweaks to the program this semester, which may be updated as more details become known. You can learn even more about our measures for all programs on our Spring 2022 Health & Safety page.

Academics & Partner Universities

Know that you’ll still be learning from the best of the best this spring. On our Siena – Business & Economics of Italian Food & Wine program, you’ll have the option to take courses taught by world-class IES Abroad faculty at our Siena Center, and potentially attend courses at our partner university, Università degli Studi di Siena. (Please note that it is not yet guaranteed that partner university courses will be offered to IES Abroad students in the Spring 2022 semester.)

Once available, the Spring 2022 course list will appear below:

Health & Safety Protocols

We’re making sure that your learning experience is a safe one so you can focus on the topic at hand. IES Abroad is taking proactive measures based on the local health and safety guidelines of your study abroad location. As more information for Siena becomes available, we will provide updates here and in your predeparture guide, which you’ll gain access to shortly after applying. In the meantime, review safety measures we have taken with students this fall, some of which may extend into your experience.

• limiting class enrollment sizes
• adjusting space layout and room choice
• and promoting student/faculty use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

We know stepping into the unknown is part of your study abroad experience but know that you’re never alone and we’ll always have your back.

Vaccines & Daily Life

Currently, Italy is implementing use of what it calls a Green Pass in order to visit restaurants, museums, theatres, exhibitions, sporting events, festivals, swimming pools, and gyms. Students must have a Green Pass to attend courses both at the IES Abroad Center and at partner universities. Additional activities, such as Hi traveling by plane or train may be added.

To obtain a Green Pass in Italy, you will need to:

• Have been administered at least one dose of an approved vaccine at least 15 days prior, and provide documentation of your vaccination (Pzifer, Moderna, Johnson & Johnson/Janssen, and AstraZeneca are currently approved vaccines in the European Union),
• Present a negative COVID-19 test (valid for 48 hours),
• Or provide medical documentation of recovery/proof of anti-bodies (for those cured of COVID-19 in the last 6 months)

This ruling dramatically impacts the lives of students who are not vaccinated with one of the approved vaccines. Unvaccinated students would need to undergo regular testing in order to comply with the law and participate in the above activities. The cost of testing would be borne by students. At this time, the Green Pass is not required to enter educational institutions including the IES Abroad Centers in Italy, but regulations can change at any time.

Housing
You’ll stay in a clean, comfortable student apartment or potentially homestay, depending on forthcoming protocols developed in response to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. In all housing offerings, we’ve taken the utmost safety measures, including single occupancy rooms as needed.

Please continue to monitor this page and communications from you IES Abroad advisor closely to ensure you’re receiving up-to-date information on the current housing policy.

Learn more about the overarching housing policies for Spring 2022.

Field Trips
So much of the study abroad learning experience happens outside of the classroom. Our field trips and course-related excursions help you explore the ins and outs of your city and local region, adding real-life context to what you’ve read about in textbooks for years. Possible trips include:

• Hiking on the French Road
• San Gimignano
• Chianti
• Valdorcia

Part-Time Internships

Our optional, part-time internships and full-time semester internship programs have always been designed to give you experience in what it's really like to work in Siena For Spring 2022, while you’re living and studying on-site, internships may be completely online, a hybrid virtual/in-person experience, or completely in-person. It depends on a variety of factors, including country and employer-specific protocols. This uncertainty is something that every employee around the world has had to navigate in the wake of COVID-19, and it all adds to the real-life experience you’ll gain from working overseas! One thing is for sure, though—enrolling in an internship this spring will help you gain a professional edge.

Our Center
Our Center in Siena is your go-to spot for classes, student services, and information. Serving as your campus away from campus, you can feel safe going to class or checking in with an IES Abroad staff member because, at a minimum, IES Abroad Centers will undergo daily cleaning and disinfection by professional cleaning services.

Cost

Once available, details for Spring 2022 can be found on the “Cost” tab. Be sure to click through the linked total to view a thorough cost-breakdown PDF. Consider those prices as a starting point. We encourage you to contact your study abroad office to determine the actual cost to you when factoring in financial aid, scholarships, your home school policies, and other considerations.