Double Degree in Management with Nova University, Portugal

Nova Management
Degree
Double and Triple Degree
Duration
2 Years
Year
2027/2028

Features of the programme  

This Double Degree is open to students enrolled in the first year of the Master's in Management, with a major in Entrepreneurship and Innovation or International Management.  

Programme structure  

The Programme is structured as follows: 

  • The first year takes place at Luiss. 
  • The second year takes place at Nova. 

Places available  

There are 2 places 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 in Management during the 2026–2027 academic year. 

Eligible majors

  • Entrepreneurship and Innovation 
  • International Management 

Fees and contributions 

Luiss students will pay their tuition fees to Luiss and are therefore exempt from paying fees to the University of Nova. 

All costs associated with taking part in the mobility programme (e.g. accommodation, insurance, transport, etc.) will be the students' responsibility. 

Qualifications awarded  

Upon completion of the Programme, the following qualifications will be awarded: 

  • Master's Degree in Management from Luiss 
  • Master's Degree in Management from Nova 

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

Fabian Kurt Falk Homberg 

Faculty | fhomberg@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 
T +39 06 85225409    

Key Academic Regulations

  • Examinations must be taken and passed in the academic year and at the university specified in the programme of study. 
  • Students will complete their dissertation 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 students on the Dual Degree programme 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 of the application procedure and further information not available on this webpage can be found in the Call for Applications for your mobility year. For more information, please contact the International Degree Programs office at the email address: international@luiss.it. 

Admission Criteria (mobility year 2027/28)

For the upcoming mobility years, the eligibility criteria will be reviewed and updated on this web page around September each year. 

Requirements for applications for the 2027/2028 mobility year
Having passed 3 out of the 4 exams graded on a 30-point scale scheduled for the first semester of your degree programme. 
A weighted average of 26/30 or higher by the deadline specified in the Call for Applications (usually mid-February).  

International Experience: In line with Nova's internal regulations, applicants must provide supporting documentation in English that certifies previous experience of studying, working, or volunteering abroad for at least two consecutive months. The experience must have taken place both outside the applicant's country of citizenship and outside the country where they obtained their secondary school diploma. International experiences that took place during high school do not count. Eligible experiences include, but are not limited to: 

  • A full Bachelor's degree completed abroad 
  • A university exchange semester 
  • An international internship or work experience 
  • Volunteering abroad 

English language: at least C1 level, certified by one of the following bodies: 

  • CAE: Grade B or C  
  • IELTS: 7.0 or above (paper-based only, not online test)  
  • TOEFL iBT: 95 or above / 5 or above 
  • Bachelor’s Degree totally taught in English.

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 2027/28)

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. Academic records will be assessed based on the data available at the Student Administration Office by the deadline specified in the Call for Applications (usually mid-February). 

Criterion Weighting Details 
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 – Deadlines for the 2027/2028 Mobility Year

For the upcoming years of mobility, the timelines will be reviewed and updated on this web page around September each year. 

Phase  Timeline  
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  

Read the Call for Applications – Mobility Year 2026-2027 

Application instructions – mobility year 2026-2027

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