Double BA Program between Keio University and Bocconi University
Program Outline
The Faculty of Economics at Keio University started a Double Degree Program with Bocconi University (Università Commerciale Luigi Bocconi) in the 2016 academic year. One year of study at Bocconi University will qualify Keio students to receive two bachelor’s degrees from the Faculty of Economics at Keio University and Bocconi University.
The maximum number of participants is four per year. Keio students taking part in this Program will study at Keio for three years and at Bocconi for one year. Upon satisfying the graduation requirements of both institutions, the participants will be awarded a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Keio, and a Bachelor of International Economics and Management from Bocconi.
All classes in the Double Degree Program at Bocconi are offered in English except for Italian classes. While in Italy, students broadly study social sciences, including economics and business administration. Students also take language classes to improve their Italian communication skills.
Program Structure
YEAR | SPRING | FALL |
|---|---|---|
1 | KEIO | KEIO |
2 | KEIO | KEIO |
3 | KEIO | Bocconi |
4 | Bocconi | KEIO *Graduation |
The study plan shown above is for non-PEARL students enrolling in April. PEARL students may participate in the Keio-Bocconi Double Degree Program, but it is highly likely that they will require more than four years to complete the requirements for both degrees. To satisfy Bocconi’s requirements, participants must take many courses at Keio currently taught only in Japanese. Please note that credits for these courses will not count towards the PEARL program's graduation requirements.
Program Requirements
For students who start their academic studies in April and who are not in the PEARL program:
Prior to applying to this Program, prospective applicants need to take mandatory classes in their second year. Information on the course requirements will be provided before the beginning of the second year. If you plan to apply to this program, please check the requirements you must satisfy.
Successful applicants who have passed the screening must take mandatory classes in the Spring Semester of their third year and possibly after their return from Italy.
For PEARL students:
The screening will take place at the end of the third semester (the Autumn Semester of their second year). Prior to applying to this program, prospective applicants must take mandatory classes starting in the second semester (Spring Semester of their first year). Information on the course requirements will be provided before the beginning of the Spring Semester. If you plan to apply to this Program, please check the requirements you must satisfy.
Successful applicants who have passed the screening must take mandatory classes in the fourth semester (Spring Semester of their second year) and possibly after their return from Italy.
About Bocconi University
Established in Milan, Italy, in 1902, Bocconi University is the first higher education institution in Italy to award a degree in economics.
Bocconi University has established university-wide and Faculty of Economics exchange agreements with Keio University. In addition, both Keio University and Bocconi University are members of the CEMS MIM Program and have actively engaged in student exchange.
Program Fees
During the study abroad period, students pay tuition to Keio University and are not required to pay tuition to Bocconi University.
Students are also required to have valid health insurance coverage throughout their stay in Italy.
Screening
Applicants will be evaluated by their application documents and an interview.
Selection Schedule
Application | Early March |
|---|---|
within Keio Selection (Document Screening and Interview) | Late March |
Notification of Provisional Acceptance | Late March to Early April |
Final Selection | Early April |
Announcement of Final Acceptance | Early to Mid-April |
Departure for Italy | August to September |
Eligibility and Application Guidelines
Eligibility
Applicants must be second-year students enrolled in the Faculty of Economics, Keio University.
*Students go abroad in the fall semester of their third year and graduate in four years.
Language Requirements
Courses at Bocconi University are offered in English. Applicants are required to demonstrate English proficiency (TOEFL iBT score of 88 or higher, or IELTS score of 6.0 or higher, with a minimum of 6.0 in every band). For further details, please refer to the application guidelines below.
Application Guidelines (Japanese language only)
Applicants may apply simultaneously to both the Double Degree Program and the Faculty of Economics exchange program (March selection); however, the selection processes are conducted separately. If an applicant designates the Double Degree Program as their first choice and is admitted, they may withdraw their application to the faculty-wide exchange program.
Application Forms
Please download the designated forms from the link below, review the application guidelines, and prepare your application documents.