When implemented effectively, participation in a double degree program can be a transformative experience for students as well as for both the home and host institutions. Beyond enhancing career prospects and fostering professional networks, the goal is to enrich the academic offerings of the home institution by integrating new learning and research opportunities. This allows students to successfully complete degree requirements at both institutions, gaining a broader educational and cultural perspective.
In addition to meeting the academic and administrative requirements of both institutions, students in dual-degree or collaborative programs are exposed to a full range of experiences across the knowledge spectrum—ranging from contradictions and differences to similarities and unexpected connections. It is the combined guidance, decisions, and pedagogical approaches of supervisors from both institutions that shape the student’s journey, helping them navigate and integrate these diverse perspectives into their studies and research. While institutions manage the logistical aspects of the program, the true value lies in the dynamic and transformative learning process experienced by the student.
