Double Degree in Economics with Nova
The double degree in Economics with Nova is a challenging two-year programme, taught entirely in English.
Upon completion of the programme, students will earn a Master’s degree in Economics and Finance from Luiss University and a Portuguese Master’s degree in Economics from Universidade Nova de Lisboa.
The Programme is structured as follows:
- The first year takes place at Luiss (Rome)
- the second year takes place at NOVA (Lisbon)
Students selected for the double degree will be enrolled at Luiss during their time at NOVA and will continue to pay tuition fees to Luiss. Students will be exempt from paying tuition fees at NOVA.
To obtain the double degree, students must comply with the rules and conditions of both their home and host universities regarding credits, attendance, deadlines, and so on.
Academic Coordinator
Sara Biagini
Useful links
While every effort is made to provide students with complete, accurate, and timely information, Luiss reserves the right to change, supplement, modify, or revoke the aforementioned Programme. Luiss is not responsible for any cancellations or changes due to circumstances beyond its control. Should the Programme be cancelled or modified for these reasons, Luiss will promptly inform all affected students.
International Degree Programmes
Sergio Rios Perez and
Francesca Annunziata
Agnese Antioco
and Laura Bernaola Picca
Meri Kazazi and
Anna Meneghin
Elena Salemi,
Nicla Scaglione,
Camilla Viganotti
Viale Romania 32,
00197 Rome
Tel: +39 06 85225592
international@luiss.it
Opening hours
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday:
10 am–noon
Tuesday and Thursday:
3 pm–4 pm
Details regarding the application process not listed on this web page will be available in the 2026/27 Call for Applications, published in the “Useful Documents” section at the bottom of this page.
Who can apply
Students enrolled in the first year of the Master's in Economics and Finance at Luiss, specialising in Economics or Finance, are eligible to apply for this Programme.
Available places
For the 2026/27 mobility year, two students will be able to participate in the Programme.
Requirements (updated for the 2026–27 mobility year)
Applicants for this Programme must meet the following requirements:
- A weighted average of 26/30 or higher
- Students are required to pass all exams scheduled in the first semester and are strongly encouraged to pass all exams scheduled in the second semester
For English, students must have at least a C1 level (Common European Framework of Reference), demonstrated by one of the following certifications:
- CAE level B or C;
- IELTS score of 7 or higher (NOT an online test);
- TOEFL iBT score of 91 or higher;
- A bachelor's degree taught entirely in English;
English language proficiency certificates must not be older than two years from the start of the mobility period (1 September 2026).
Selection criteria
Candidates will be ranked based on their academic performance score, calculated according to the following criteria:
| Criterion | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Registered ECTS credits | 33% |
| ECTS credits recorded for the internship | 2% |
| Weighted average (GPA) | 35% |
| Level of English proficiency | 25% |
| Bachelor's degree | 5% |
Summary of deadlines
| Publication of the call for applications | Early December 2025 |
| Opening of applications | 8 January 2026 |
| Deadline for submitting applications | 21 January 2026 |
| Selection results | End of February 2026 |
| Confirmation of participation | Within one working day |
Please note: dates may change; please check this web page for the latest updates.
Call for Applications – Mobility Year 2026/2027