Double Degree in Economics with Nova University, Portugal
- Degree
- Double and Triple Degree
- Duration
- 2 Years
- Year
- 2026/2027
Programme features | This Double Degree is open to students enrolled in the first year of the Master's in Economics, Institutions and Financial Markets, majoring in Economics, Data and Policy Analysis. |
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Programme structure | The programme is structured as follows:
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Available places | There is 1 place available for the 2027–2028 academic year. |
Who is eligible to apply? | The call for applications for the 2027–2028 mobility programme is open to students enrolled in the first year of the Master's in Economics, Institutions and Financial Markets during the 2026–2027 academic year. |
Eligible majors |
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Fees and contributions | Luiss students will pay their tuition fees to Luiss and are therefore exempt from paying fees at Nova University. |
Qualifications awarded | Upon completion of the programme, the following qualifications will be awarded:
To obtain the Double Degree, participants must comply with the regulations and conditions of both universities regarding credits, attendance, and deadlines. |
Disclaimer:
The information provided on this page – including the eligible degree programmes at Luiss, the fields of study (majors), and the admission requirements – is subject to annual review and may be updated for future years of mobility. Applicants are advised to regularly check this web page for the latest information before submitting their application.
Luiss Academic Coordinator
Sara Biagini
Faculty | sbiagini@luiss.it
International Degree Programmes
Viale Romania 32
00197 Rome
For general queries:
international@luiss.it
For questions about the programme:
Nicla Scaglione
nscaglione@luiss.it
Tel. +39 06 85225409
Key Academic Rules
- Examinations must be taken and passed in the academic year and at the university specified in the programme of study.
- Students will complete their thesis with two supervisors, one from each university. Students must comply with the dissertation procedures and deadlines of both institutions. Each university will assess the final thesis according to its own criteria.
- Students taking part in this programme will be required to defend their dissertations at Luiss in October/November and March/April. Please note that the July graduation session is not available to Luiss students taking part in this Programme.
- At Nova, the only accepted format for the dissertations of Double Degree students is “Directed Research”. Students will defend their theses at Nova solely during the September session.
Additional information
- Students selected for a Double Degree programme are required to follow the curriculum established for their year of mobility, including any amendments, with particular regard to language courses and other academic activities.
- While making every effort to provide students with complete, accurate, and timely information, Luiss reserves the right to make changes or additions to the Programme, or to revoke it.
- Luiss is not responsible for any cancellations or changes resulting from events beyond its control. Should the Programme be cancelled or modified for these reasons, Luiss will promptly inform all students.
How to apply
Details on the application process and additional information not available on this web page will be provided in the Selection Notice for your mobility year. For further information, please contact the International Degree Programmes Office at: international@luiss.it.
Admission Criteria (mobility year 2026/27)
For the coming years of mobility, the eligibility criteria are reviewed and updated on this webpage, typically in September each year.
| Requirements for applications for the 2026/2027 mobility year |
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| Students must have passed all exams taken during the 1st semester by the deadline specified in the Selection Notice (usually mid-February). |
| A weighted average of 26/30 or higher by the deadline specified in the Selection Notice (usually mid-February). |
International Experience: In line with Nova's internal regulations, applicants must provide supporting documentation in English that certifies previous study, work, or volunteering experience abroad lasting at least two consecutive months. The experience must have taken place both outside the applicant's country of citizenship and outside the country where their secondary school diploma was obtained. Examples of eligible experiences include, but are not limited to:
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English language: at least C1 level, certified by one of the following bodies:
English language certificates must not have been obtained more than two years before the start of the mobility period (1 September 2027). |
Selection Criteria (mobility year 2026/27)
Candidates who meet the admission requirements will be placed on the ranking list based on their academic record and the criteria set out in the table below. The assessment of the academic record will be based on the data available at the Student Administration Office by the deadline specified in the call for application (generally mid-February).
| Criterion | Weight | Details |
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| Weighted average | 35% | Calculated based on the minimum passing grade for exams (18/30). |
| Registered credits | 33% | The score will take into account all credits recorded by the deadline specified in the Call for Applications (usually mid-February). Credits from additional courses (free courses) and internships will not be considered. |
| Level of English proficiency | 25% | Calculated based on the six levels of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), from A1 to C2. |
| Bachelor's degree grade | 5% | From 100/110 to 110 with honours. |
| Registered credits for internships | 2% | The credits for internships registered during the student's academic career will be taken into account. |
Call for applications – Deadlines for the 2026/2027 mobility year
For the coming years of mobility, the timescales are reviewed and updated on this webpage, typically in September each year.
| Phase | Timeline |
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| Publication of the call for applications | Early December 2025 |
| Opening of applications | 8 January 2026 |
| Deadline for submitting applications | 21 January 2026 |
| Publication of the selection results | End of February 2026 |
| Confirmation of participation | Within one working day |
