FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTION

A double/joint degree program is a program that is carried out by two different universities in which the student is expected to complete two programs in a regular time period. The program will allow you to complete a degree from BINUS UNIVERSITY and a degree from a partner university

There are several benefits of a double/joint degree program:

• This will enable you to incorporate different approaches in your study and gain the perspectives of more than one academic advisor.
• You will be able to see different types of study environments, as well as teaching and learning styles.
• You will have the opportunity to expand your network.
• You will get to know different cultures closely, learn about the local customs, and be a member of that community by joining the traditional activities.

The challenges of a double/joint degree program are you will have twice the workload and studies in order to successfully complete the two programs in a shorter period. Additionally, differences in education systems may make it hard to adapt and may cause you difficulties, but this will help you to learn how to deal with obstacles and become accustomed to an entirely new environment

Register as a BINUS University International student and choose your streaming in the certain semester, and complete all BINUS subjects before you leave

The streaming selections are done in certain periods. For more information, you may come to the BINUS Student Services, or email: infoservices@binus.edu

If you have any failed subjects you need to retake them in the compact semester before you leave, and please discuss with your head of program

The difference is, for (study abroad/student exchange) your study duration is 1 or 2 semesters, and you will not be granted a degree from a partner university while for a double/ joint degree your study duration is 2 to 4 semesters and you will be able to receive a Bachelor’s Degree from a partner university

You may check with your study plan in your new binusmaya. Because your departure is based on which streaming that you have choosen

A double degree will not hinder your child’s ability to graduate on time, as long as he/she passes all the subjects

Yes, it is still required. You can do it at a partner university, at BINUS, or an online thesis

Yes, in some countries and universities an academic IELTS/TOEFL IBT is still required

Academic IELTS/TOEFL IBT scores are valid for 2 years

We suggest you take an academic IELTS/TOEFL IBT test 1 year before you do your double degree program

Please check through the following links for more information:

• Academic IELTS: https://www.ielts.org/
• TOEFL IBT: http://www.ets.org/toefl/

No, the program is with instructions providing English language in classes, but we encourage you to learn it for daily conversation

A student visa is required

Some countries permit full-time students to work part-time

Yes, you still need to pay the fixed tuition and development fee (if there is one)

No, it isn’t included

Yes, there is student health insurance for general practitioners

No, it isn’t included

Yes, there will be a student orientation

Yes, you can still join a student exchange program/study abroad

For more information you may send an email to: overseasprogram@binus.edu 

Double / Joint Degree