Double Degree in Politics, Philosophy and Economics with Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand

Program Highlights

This Double Degree program combines Luiss University's expertise in Politics, Philosophy, and Economics (PPE) with Victoria University of Wellington's focus on International Relations. The program equips students with a multidisciplinary understanding of global issues and the analytical skills needed for careers in diplomacy, international organizations, and policy analysis.

Program Structure

• the first year is carried out at Luiss (Rome, italy);
• the second year is carried out at Luiss (Rome, Italy);
• the third year is carried out at Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington (Wellington, New Zealand).

If compliant with both universities’ rules and conditions, participating students will receive two degrees, one from Victoria University of Wellington and one from Luiss University.

Program Fees

During your mobility year at Victoria University of Wellington, you will remain enrolled at Luiss and continue your payments to the university; therefore, outgoing students are exempt from paying tuition fees at Victoria University of Wellington.

Academic Coordinator

Cristina Fasone

Assistant Professor

Homepage| cfasone@luiss.it

Application Process

Details regarding the application process that are not available in this web page, will be available in the Call for Applications 2025/26, uploaded in the 'Useful documents' section at the bottom of this page.

For further information, please contact the International Development Office, at the email address: international@luiss.it

Who can apply

The call for applications for the mobility year 2025-2026 is open to students enrolled in the 2nd year of the Luiss Bachelor’s Degree in Politics, Philosophy and Economics for the academic year 2024-2025.

Available slots

There are 4 available slots every academic year.

Application Criteria

These are the criteria that you need in order to apply.

1. Students are required to have obtained at least 72 credits by the deadline indicated in the Call for Applications (usually by mid February)
2. Weighted average grade equal to or above 27/30
3. English language: 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. 125;
• Accademia linguistica Trinity School di Roma;
• Luiss Language Center;
• International Secondary School Diploma 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).

Recap of the Deadlines (updated for the mobility year 2025-2026)

Disclaimer: dates might be subject to change; please refer to this webpage for the latest updates.

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 

• When to apply
• Useful Information on your Mobility