Double degree

The programme consists of 2 main parts:

1. You start following courses at ULB in the first year with one course (Business Research methods, 3 ECTS credits) remotely followed at UAntwerp.
2. Then you transfer to UAntwerp where you take part in the Master of Science in Business Economics During the final part, you write a Master's thesis (18 ECTS credits), that will be supervised in one university and assessed by the other. 

Part 1 (60 ECTS)

Part 2 (60 ECTS)

Students are selected based on academic merit, past work and extracurricular experiences, as well as a demonstration of strong motivation. A maximum of 20 students in total will be selected (5 from ULB, 5 from UAntwerp and 10 students from other universities).

The following students are eligible:

1. From UAntwerp: bachelor in de Toegepaste Economische Wetenschappen: Bedrijfskunde (BSc in Business Economics) and bachelor in de Toegepaste Economische Wetenschappen: Economisch Beleid (BSc in Applied Economic Sciences: Economic Policy). Students who have obtained or will obtain a bachelor Sociaal-economische wetenschappen (Social-Economic Sciences) will be granted access tot the master in Business Economics, provided that they have selected the major "Business Economics" in their bachelor. Student with a bachelor degree in Handelsingenieur (Business Engineering) and Handelsingenieur in de Beleidsinformatica (Business Engineering: Digital Business Engineering) with an interest to specialize in business economics in their masters can also apply.
   
2. From ULB: bachelor in Economics.
3. From other institutions: students with an academic bachelor's degree in Economics or Business Economics, a master's degree in Business Administration or an equivalent degree. Eligibility of the degree is determined by the selection committee.

To be admitted, you need to fulfil the admission requirements of both partner universities.

• For UAntwerp: according to the admission requirements on the website.
• For ULB: according to the admission requirements as indicated in the Master Education and Examination Regulations

The application procedure consist of the following four steps. We strongly advise you to start the process well in advance, particularly with regard to English proficiency requirements.

1. Prepare all required documents in a single file (zip or pdf) before the application deadline (*further explanation below).
   • Diplomas from previous studies
   • Transcripts from previous studies
   • Course descriptions (if applicable)
   • Proof of English language proficiency (if applicable)
   • Applicant CV
   • Application motivation letter
   • Copy of valid ID
   • GMAT / GRE test result (if applicable)
2. Send all the application documents in a single email to doubledegree.fbe@uantwerpen.be.​
   You will receive an automatic reply confirming that your application has been received. Questions with regard to application documents and deadlines can also be directed to this email address.
   Applications sent after the deadline will automatically be considered as ineligible. If your application file is incomplete, your application will also be considered as ineligible. 
3. Applications will be reviewed and ranked by the admission board. ​
   If successful, you will contacted by the admission board to confirm your interest. If you are on the waiting list, you can still be admitted if other applicants decline to confirm their interest, then you can expect to have a final decision on 25th of April.
4. Finalise your enrolment in both institutions following local rules and requirements ​
   Your first academic year will be in Brussels, your second in Antwerp. 

*All required documents

• Diplomas from previous studies: A (scanned) color copy of the official diploma of each academic degree obtained. Accepted languages include Dutch, English, French or German. If the diploma is in another language than those listed, two versions must be submitted: the original and a certified translation. If you are enrolled in your final bachelor year you should, instead of the degree, submit a copy of an original and signed letter from your college or university confirming that you are expected to complete the program at the end of the current academic year.
• Transcripts: An official transcript or mark list of the courses from all universities you have attended, for all study years. Transcripts or mark lists may be in Dutch, English, French or German. If the documents are in another language than those listed, two versions must be submitted: the original and a certified translation. Applicants in their final bachelor year submit up-to-date authenticated transcripts with the results of the previous years.
• Students that have obtained their bachelor outside of the EU should attach (translated) course descriptions in Dutch, English, French or German.
•  Proof of English proficiency: See requirement for language certificates. Proof of previous studies in English should be signed and stamped by the degree-awarding institution.
• Applicant CV: a summary of your educational and professional background as well as any other information that might be relevant.
• Applicant motivation letter (one page at most): state the reasons why you have chosen to apply for the program at this particular time in your studies and/or career. The letter should outline career goals and how graduating from the program would help you toward achieving these. The letter can also highlight formal and personal achievements as well as any relevant experience that you would like to bring to the attention of the admission board.
• Copy of valid Passport/ID: a scanned copy of your passport or official ID with all relevant information clearly readable. Passports must be valid for the entire duration of the programme.

Applicants must submit their email application by April 1 of the previous academic year at the latest. The selection committee will inform students about their application the latest by April 10. Successful applicants will be asked to confirm their interest no later than April 15. 

If you fail to confirm your interest in the program before this date, you will lose your reserved spot. You may still be admitted, but only if places are still available.

During your first year, you pay the full tuition fee at ULB. During the second year, you pay the full tuition fee at UAntwerp. You can find all information related to the tuition fees at the respective websites of ULB and UAntwerp.

Financial support

• For ULB, students can apply for financial support via the Student Welfare Office,
• For. UAntwerp, students can apply for financial support via the Office for Student Affairs (STIP)

Scholarships

• At UAntwerp, international students can apply for a reduced tuition fee or a Mastermind Scholarship.