Double Degree in Political Science with ULB
Double Degree in Political Science with ULB (Université libre de Bruxelles)
Program Highlights
This Double Degree program in International Relations and Political Science with Luiss University and ULB in Brussels offers a dual focus on global affairs and European political systems. Graduates are well-prepared for careers in diplomacy, international organizations, and EU institutions.
Program Structure
- the first year is carried out at Luiss (Rome, Italy);
- the second year is carried out at ULB (Bruxelles, Belgium).
If compliant with both universities’ rules and conditions, participating students will receive two degrees, one from ULB and one from Luiss University.
Program Fees
During your mobility year at ULB, you will remain enrolled at Luiss and continue your payments to the university; therefore, outgoing students are exempt from paying tuition fees at ULB.
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Application Process
Details regarding the application process that are not available in this web page, will be available in the Call for Applications 2026-2027, uploaded in the 'Useful documents' section at the bottom of this page.
For further information, please contact International Degree Programs, at the email address: international@luiss.it
Note:
- Students who are selected for a Double Degree Program are required to comply with the relevant study plan.
- Students are required to accept changes of the study plan, especially with reference to the languages and other 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 aforementioned program.
Luiss is not responsible for any cancellation or modification due to events beyond its control. If the program is cancelled or modified for these reasons, Luiss will inform all interested students in a timely manner.
Useful links
International Degree Programs
Sergio Rios Perez
Francesca Annunziata
Agnese Antioco
Laura Bernaola Picca
Meri Kazazi
Anna Meneghin
Elena Salemi
Nicla Scaglione
Camilla Viganotti
Viale Romania 32
00197 Rome
T: +39 06 85225592
international@luiss.it
Opening hours
Monday, Wednesday and Friday:
10 am-noon
Tuesday and Thursday:
3 pm-4 pm
Who can apply
The call for applications for the mobility year 2026-2027 is open to students enrolled in the 1st year of the Luiss Master’s Degree in International Relations and Governo, Amministrazione e Politica for the academic year 2025-2026.
Available slots
There are 10 available slots every academic year.
Application Criteria (updated for the mobility year 2026-2027)
These are the criteria that you need in order to apply.
- Students are required to have passed all 1st semester exams by the deadline indicated in the Call for Applications (usually by mid-February)
- Weighted average grade equal to or above 27/30
- English level: at least a C1 level (European Framework of Reference), certified by one of the following institutions:
- TOEFL iBT equal or above 91/120 IBT;
- IELTS min. 7.0;
- Cambridge: CPE; FCE min. grade A; CAE grade B/C;
- Duolingo: min. 130;
- Accademia linguistica Trinity School di Roma;
- Luiss Language Center;
- International Secondary School Diploma totally taught in English;
- Bachelor's Degree totally taught in English.
Selection Criteria
These are the criteria used to rank your application.
Eligible candidates will be ranked based on the academic performance and the criteria included in the table below. The academic performance is assessed based on the data available to the Student Office by the deadline indicated in the Call for Applications (usually by mid-February).
| Criterion | Weight | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Weighted GPA | 35% | Starting from the minimum valid grade (18/30) |
| Registered ECTS credits | 33% | The academic score will take into consideration credits (excluding internships) registered by the end of the winter session 2025/2026. Please note that additional courses (corsi liberi) will not be taken into consideration. Credits from early exams will be counted but only up to the maximum score for this criterion, which is 33% of the total score calculation. |
| English language level | 25% | Calculated according to 6 levels (from A1 to C2) of the CEFR standard |
| Bachelor's Degree final grade | 5% | Starting from 100 and up to 110 cum laude |
| Registered ECTS credits for internship | 2% | Credits registered in the current academic records for internship |
Recap of the Deadlines (updated for the mobility year 2026-2027)
| Publication of the call | Early December 2025 |
| Applications start from | 8 January 2026 |
| Deadline to apply | 21 January 2026 |
| Selection results | End of February 2026 |
| Confirmation of participation | Within one working day |
Disclaimer: dates might be subject to change; please refer to this webpage for the latest updates.