Double Degree in Economics with Solvay Brussels School of Economics and Management, Belgium
- Degree
- Double and Triple Degree
- Duration
- 2 Years
- Year
- 2027/2028
Features of the programme | This Double Degree is aimed at students enrolled in Luiss' Master's Degree Programme in Economics, Institutions and Financial Markets, with a major in Economics, Data and Policy Analysis. Combining the academic strengths of Luiss and the Solvay Brussels School of Economics and Management, the programme provides a robust quantitative foundation, with a particular focus on Econometrics and Mathematical Methods. Through a rigorous and stimulating programme of study, students develop advanced analytical and research skills under the guidance of internationally recognised faculty members. As part of the programme, students will spend a period of study in Brussels, the capital of Europe and a major international centre for the formulation of public policies and economic decisions. The city's international environment provides invaluable opportunities for engagement with European institutions, multinational organisations, and a highly diverse academic community, helping to enrich both students' academic experience and their professional development. |
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Programme structure | The programme is structured as follows:
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Places available | There are 5 places available for each academic year. |
Who is eligible to apply? | The call for applications for the 2027–2028 mobility year is open to students enrolled in the first year of Luiss's Master's Degree in Economics, Institutions, and Financial Markets during the 2026–2027 academic year. |
Eligible majors | Economics, Data, and Policy Analysis |
Fees and charges | Luiss students will pay their tuition fees exclusively to Luiss and will therefore be exempt from paying tuition fees at Solvay - ULB. |
Qualifications awarded |
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Disclaimer:
The information provided on this page, including the eligible degrees at Luiss, majors, and admission requirements, is reviewed annually and may be updated for future mobility years. Applicants are advised to check this webpage regularly for the latest information before applying.
Luiss Academic Coordinator
Marco Perone Pacifico
Faculty | mperonepacifico@luiss.it
International Degree Programmes
Viale Romania 32
00197 Rome
For general queries:
international@luiss.it
For questions about the programme:
Vincenzo Fierro
vfierro@luiss.it
Key academic regulations
- The information provided on this page, including the eligible degrees at Luiss, majors, and admission requirements, is reviewed annually and may be updated for future mobility years. Applicants are advised to check this webpage regularly for the latest information before applying.
- The information provided on this page, including the eligible degrees at Luiss, majors, and admission requirements, is reviewed annually and may be updated for future mobility years. Applicants are advised to check this webpage regularly for the latest information before applying.
- During the mobility period, students will be subject to the regulations of Solvay - ULB.
- Luiss students must choose their track at Solvay (Public Policy or Advanced International Economic Analysis) by the deadline communicated by the partner university.
Thesis guidelines
Detailed information about the procedures and their deadlines will be provided by the two universities during the course of the programme. For reference:
- The information provided on this page, including the eligible degrees at Luiss, majors, and admission requirements, is reviewed annually and may be updated for future mobility years. Applicants are advised to check this webpage regularly for the latest information before applying.
- Students will complete their theses during their mobility period at Solvay with two supervisors: one from each university.
- Students are required to comply with the procedures and deadlines set by both institutions for completing their dissertations. Each university will assess the final dissertation in accordance with its own criteria and academic regulations.
- Students are reminded that they are required to comply with the Luiss regular procedure regarding the thesis assignment, registration for the degree exam and upload of the thesis.
Further information
- Students selected for a Double Degree Programme are required to comply with the prescribed study plan for their mobility year, including any changes, particularly those related to language courses and other academic activities.
- While every effort will be made to provide students with complete, accurate, and timely information, Luiss reserves the right to change, amend, modify, or revoke the programme.
- Luiss is not responsible for any cancellations or changes to the programme that arise from circumstances beyond its control. Should this occur, all students affected will be informed promptly.
Application process
Details of the application procedure and any further information not available on this page will be published in the relevant Call for Applications.
For further information, please contact the International Degree Programmes Office at international@luiss.it.
Admission Criteria (mobility year 2027/28)
For future years of mobility, the admission requirements are reviewed and updated on this page, typically in September each year.
| Requirements for applications for the 2027/2028 mobility year |
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| Having passed 3 out of the 4 exams graded on a 30-point scale scheduled for the first semester of your degree programme; |
| Weighted average of 26/30 or higher; |
| A bachelor's degree grade of 100/110 or higher; |
English language requirements: Students must have a command of English at least equivalent to level C1 of the Common European Framework of Reference, as evidenced by one of the following qualifications:
English language certificates must not have been awarded more than two years before the programme start date (September 2027). |
Selection criteria (mobility year 2027/28)
Eligible candidates will be ranked based on their academic performance and the criteria listed in the table below. Academic performance is assessed based on the data available to the Student Office by the deadline specified in the Call for Applications (usually mid-February).
| Criterion | Weighting | Details |
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| Weighted average grade | 35% | Calculated based on the minimum pass mark for exams (18/30). |
| Registered credits | 35% | The score will take into account the 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 taken into account. |
| Level of English language proficiency | 25% | Calculated according to 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. |
Call for Applications – Timeline for the 2027/2028 Mobility Year
For future years of mobility, the timeline is reviewed and updated on this page, typically in September each year.
| Phase | Timeline |
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| Publication of the call for applications | Early December 2026 |
| Opening of the application period | 8 January 2027 |
| Deadline for submitting applications | 21 January 2027 by Midday (12pm) |
| Publication of the selection results | The second half of February 2027 |
| Confirmation of participation | Within one working day |
