Why You Should Consider Studying a Dual Degree

Studying at two universities in two countries means your connections will double, and your networking skills will flourish. Meeting new course colleagues, professors and lecturers from around the world is not only an advantage during your studies, but it can also be a huge benefit to you after you graduate.

Although studying a dual degree does demand more time and focus depending on what you choose to study, it certainly doesn’t double the workload despite some common misconceptions. It does reinforce a strong work ethos though, with the ability to adapt quickly and handle demanding tasks.

For example, one day you could be sitting a finance exam, and the next you’ll be writing a 5,000-word assignment on Pavlov. For some, this may be refreshing, whereas others will need to quickly learn how to switch up learning styles in order to keep up with the workload.

You’ll be an attractive hire for potential employers with a dual degree, and not just because of your extensive interdisciplinary academic experience. It will also showcase your ability to immerse yourself in a new culture, commitment to your studies, as well as the ability to adapt to alternative teaching styles.

… which only adds to your already stand-out CV! Many dual degrees around the world are taught in English – University of Rome Tor Vergata included. However, living in Italy also means you’ll get to grips with the local language, and you may even get the chance to learn an additional language while studying at one of the university’s many partner institutions, such as Swedish, German, French or Chinese Mandarin.