doubledegree

Double degree, or dual degree, is an academic arrangement that allows a student to earn two degrees, usually from two different institutions or faculties, by completing a coordinated curriculum. Programs are often structured through partnerships between universities and may require a period of study at each partner institution, language proficiency, residency credits, and the completion of separate capstone projects or theses. In some models, graduates receive two diplomas; in others, a single diploma is awarded with joint accreditation.

The term is commonly used interchangeably with dual degree, though practices vary by country. It is distinct from a double major, which awards one degree with two areas of specialization, and from a joint degree, which is typically a single degree earned jointly by two institutions.

Double degree programs occur at bachelor’s, master’s, and sometimes doctoral levels. They are popular in fields with strong international work opportunities, such as engineering, business, and sciences. Benefits include broader qualifications, wider career prospects, and international exposure; challenges include longer duration, higher cost, and the need to coordinate academic calendars, accreditation standards, and visa requirements across institutions.