Double Degrees
Opportunity in motion
Spend up to 18 months overseas at our campuses in Boston or other North American locations. Depending on where you choose to spend your final year, you may be eligible for Post Study Work Visas in the U.K. or Optional Practical Training in the States.
Two degrees. One future without borders.
Double bachelor’s degree programme
Spend three years in London earning a UK-validated degree, including the option to spend a semester at Northeastern University’s Boston campus, then add just one more year at Northeastern’s Boston campus to gain a second US-validated degree in the same subject. That’s two world-class degrees in four years – opening doors in both the UK and US job markets
Fast track to a US master’s
Want to take it further? Complete your bachelor’s degree in London, then fast-track to a master’s at one of Northeastern University’s campuses in the US or Canada. It’s an accelerated pathway to advanced US qualifications and international career opportunities. Of course, there’s also the possibility of continuing to a master’s degree at Northeastern University London.
Your competitive edge
Dual market mastery
Graduate with credentials recognised and respected in both the US and UK markets. While your peers may be limited to one job market, you’ll have access to professional opportunities across two of the world’s most dynamic economies. Your degree isn’t just an education – it’s your passport to global career mobility.
Network without borders
Build relationships that span continents. Connect with industry leaders in London’s financial district, tech innovators in Boston, and fellow students in London, Boston and beyond, who will become your global professional network. Your classmates today become your international business partners tomorrow.
More than education – your passport to opportunity
Stand out everywhere
When you step into job interviews, postgraduate applications, or boardrooms, your international educational experience isn’t just a line on your CV – it’s proof that you can adapt, excel, and bring global perspective to every team. You won’t blend in as just another candidate; you’ll stand out as someone ready to lead in a connected world.
Cultural intelligence
Build the cultural intelligence that sets exceptional professionals apart. You’ll go beyond knowing what global markets want to truly understand how they think. This cross-cultural fluency makes you invaluable to employers seeking leaders who can navigate our interconnected world.
This isn’t just about getting two degrees. It’s about positioning yourself at the forefront of a global economy where the most successful professionals are those who can think internationally and act locally, anywhere in the world.
Your future is global. Your education should be too.
Ready to transform your potential into global opportunity? Discover how a Northeastern University London double degree can accelerate your path to international success.
FAQs
Do I have to do a double degree?
No, the double degree is an option it is not compulsory. You can choose to graduate with your undergraduate degree at Northeastern University London and proceed directly into your career.
And, you don’t have to make the decision until your third year at Northeastern University London.
What are my double degree options?
As a full-time undergraduate student, you have two options to earn a unique double degree option with just one additional year of study, granting you work rights in both the US and UK.
Double bachelor’s degree: a UK-validated degree earned during your three-year study at Northeastern University London, plus a US-validated degree in the same discipline with just one additional undergraduate year at Northeastern University’s Boston campus.
UK undergraduate plus US master’s degree: a UK-validated undergraduate degree at Northeastern University London, plus a master’s degree at one of Northeastern University’s campuses in the US or Canada. The master’s could be as short as a year although not guaranteed this length.
How long is my programme?
Northeastern University London’s double degree programme comprises four-years of study:
Double bachelor’s degree: Students will spend the first three years studying at Northeastern University London, with the option to study overseas on Northeastern University’s campus in Boston during the second semester in their second year. Students will then spend their entire fourth year studying at Northeastern University’s campus in Boston.
Undergraduate plus master’s degree: Students will spend the first three years studying at Northeastern University London, with the option to study overseas on Northeastern University’s campus in Boston during the second semester in their second year. Students will then spend between one and two years, depending on course selections, studying at one of Northeastern University’s campus in the US or Canada.
What are the costs?
Students pay Northeastern University London tuition fees for the duration of their three-year bachelor’s degree in London. Study in the US is charged at the local Northeastern University tuition fee rate.
However, there will be no additional tuition fees payable for the optional semester abroad in the second year of undergraduate study. However, students will need to cover the costs of accommodation, food, flights, insurance, and other living costs.
When do I need to decide whether I want to take a Double Degree?
You can explore the option to undertake a fourth year of study when you are in the third year of your degree at Northeastern University London. Your dedicated academic adviser will work with you consider the options available.
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