The Double Degree Program enables students to complete a single academic pathway across Unicollege and one of its international partner universities through jointly developed curricula and reciprocal academic recognition. Students complete part of their studies abroad while satisfying the academic requirements of both institutions, graduating with two accredited university degrees, one awarded by Unicollege and one by the partner university, each recognized within its respective national higher education system.
Built upon direct university-to-university collaboration, Double Degree pathways integrate academic planning, curriculum design, credit recognition, and student advising, ensuring a seamless progression between institutions. Depending on the partner university and program structure, students may complete two degrees within three years or shortly thereafter, achieving in one coordinated academic pathway what would otherwise require two separate programs.
Students participating in a Double Degree benefit from:
- Two accredited university degrees issued by partner universities.
- Integrated curricula developed and academically recognized by both institutions.
- Automatic credit recognition throughout the academic pathway.
- Study abroad at internationally recognized partner universities.
- Continuous academic advising jointly coordinated by both institutions.
- An international academic profile combining two higher education systems, multiple cultural perspectives, and expanded postgraduate and professional opportunities.
Current Double Degree partnerships include:
- University of Portsmouth - United Kingdom
- Beijing Language and Culture University - China
- Politécnico do Porto - Portugal
- Universidad Europea del Atlántico - Spain
- Universidad Católica San Antonio de Murcia (UCAM) - Spain
The Double Degree reflects Unicollege's broader commitment to direct university-to-university collaboration, enabling students to graduate with internationally recognized qualifications, extensive international experience, and an academic profile developed across multiple higher education systems.
Students interested in participating may request the official regulations, eligibility requirements, partner universities, and application procedures by contacting academic-affairs@unicollege.eu using their Unicollege email account.
Student Voices
"The double degree program has been nothing short of extraordinary. I've learned a lot about topics on english and american cultures and civilization that we don't necessarily learn back home in Portugal, as well as learned the italian language and italian literature. It has impacted me not only as a university student, but also as a person, due to the amount of traveling I've done and also to the amazing friends I've encountered while in Italy."
Mariana Ramalho Vieira
Double Degree Student from Portugal
"My experience in the Double Degree program has been incredible and fulfilling. It has allowed me to develop new skills and widen my knowledge on so many topics that I'll be forever grateful for this opportunity."
Carolina Sabino Martins
Double Degree Student in Portugal