Double Degree in International Relations with China Foreign Affairs University (CFAU), China
- Degree
- Double and Triple Degree
- Year
- 2026/2027
Programme features | The Double Degree Programme in International Relations, a collaboration between Luiss University and China Foreign Affairs University (CFAU) in China, enables students to develop a deep understanding of international dynamics by comparing European and Asian perspectives. Thanks to a highly international education, graduates acquire the skills needed to succeed in diplomacy, international organisations, and global businesses. |
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Programme structure | The Programme is structured as follows:
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Available places | The programme offers 9 places for each academic year. |
Who can apply | Students enrolled in the first year of the Luiss Master's Degree in International Relations in the 2026–2027 academic year are eligible to apply to take part in the programme during the 2027–2028 mobility year. |
Eligible majors |
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Fees and charges | Luiss students pay their university fees exclusively to Luiss and are therefore exempt from paying tuition fees to the CFAU. |
Qualifications awarded | Upon completion of the programme, students are awarded a Master’s Degree in International Relations from Luiss and a Master’s Degree (shuo-shi-xue-wei) in International Relations from CFAU. To obtain the Double Degree, participants must meet all academic requirements and comply with the regulations set by both universities. |
Disclaimer:
The information on this page, including the degree programmes eligible for selection at Luiss, any curricula, and admission requirements, is reviewed annually and may be updated for future mobility years. Therefore, interested students are advised to regularly check this page for any updates before submitting their application.
Luiss Academic Coordinators
Raffaella Marchetti
Faculty | rmarchetti@luiss.it
Silvia Menegazzi
Faculty | smenegazzi@luiss.it
International Degree Programmes
Viale Romania 32
00197 Rome
For general enquiries
international@luiss.it
For information about the Programme
Elena Salemi
esalemi@luiss.it
Key academic rules
- Interested students are advised to carefully review the Programme's study plan and its rules. Generally, changes to the study plan are not permitted.
- The exams required by the study plan at Luiss must be completed before the year of mobility.
- During the mobility period, students will be required to comply with the regulations and procedures of the CFAU.
Information about the thesis
Each university will provide detailed information on procedures and deadlines in due course. As a guideline:
- Students must follow the procedures and meet the deadlines set by both institutions for preparing and defending their thesis.
- The thesis will be completed during the mobility period under the joint supervision of two supervisors, one from Luiss and one from CFAU. The thesis proposal must be approved by both supervisors and meet the academic requirements set by both universities.
- The thesis is an individual piece of work.
- The thesis will be assessed separately by each university according to its own procedures and assessment criteria.
Additional information
- Students selected for a Double Degree Programme are required to follow the curriculum set out for the year of mobility, including any subsequent changes, particularly those relating to language courses and other academic activities.
- While committing to providing complete, accurate, and timely information, Luiss reserves the right to modify, update, suspend, or revoke the Programme at any time.
- Luiss cannot be held responsible for any cancellations or changes to the Programme due to circumstances beyond its control. In such cases, the University will promptly inform all affected students.
How to apply
The application process and all information not provided on this page will be available in the Call for Applications for the relevant mobility year. For further information, you can contact the International Degree Programmes Office at international@luiss.it.
Admission criteria
For future mobility years, the admission requirements are reviewed and updated annually on this web page, typically in September.
| Requirements for applications for the 2026/2027 mobility year |
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| Have passed all required exams in the first semester by the deadline specified in the Call for Applications (usually mid-February). |
| Having achieved a weighted average of 27/30 or higher by the deadline specified in the Call for Applications (usually mid-February); |
English language proficiency at least at C1 level according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), certified by one of the following qualifications:
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Selection criteria
| Criterion | Weight | Details |
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| Weighted average | 35% | Calculated from the minimum valid mark of 18/30. |
| Registered credits | 33% | The academic score will take into account the credits (excluding those related to placements) registered by the end of the 2025–2026 winter session. Any optional courses will not be taken into account. Credits earned through early exams will be counted, but only up to the maximum score for this criterion, which is 33% of the overall score. |
| Level of English 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% | Calculated from 100/110 up to 110 with honours. |
| Registered credits for internship activities | 2% | The credits considered are those for internships recorded in the student's academic record. |
Please check this page regularly for any updates.
Deadlines for the 2026–2027 mobility year
For future mobility years, the selection procedure timelines will be reviewed and updated annually on this web page, typically in September.
| 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 selection results | End of February 2026 |
| Confirmation of participation | Within one working day of the outcome being communicated |
The dates shown may be subject to change. For the latest information, please refer to this web page.
