Master of Science in Economics and International Policies
Earn a double Master's degree in economics, finance, and international politics from USI and ASERI.
Best for:Best for students seeking a dual master's degree combining economics, public institutions, and international policy.
Overview
The Master of Science in Economics and International Policies (MEPIN) is a comprehensive full-time graduate programme offered jointly by the Faculty of Economics at Università della Svizzera italiana (USI) in Lugano and the Alta Scuola di Economia e Relazioni Internazionali (ASERI) at Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore in Milan. Spanning four semesters and 120 ECTS credits, the curriculum equips students with rigorous scientific tools and multidisciplinary competencies to understand global economic and political phenomena. Participants study core pillars including economics, finance, law, institutions, and international policies, alongside recent additions in social research methodologies. Graduates have the unique opportunity to earn a dual degree consisting of a Swiss Master's from USI and an Italian University Master of Level I from ASERI.
What you'll do
- Complete 120 ECTS credits across four semesters of full-time study
- Engage with multidisciplinary coursework covering economics, finance, law, and international policies
- Participate in newly integrated social research methodology courses
- Examine complex global phenomena involving public institutions and private economic operators
- Work collaboratively toward addressing sustainable development and economic-financial ethics
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree or equivalent undergraduate qualification
Degree offered: Master of Science
Language: Italian; proficiency required for coursework and communication
Instruction: Italian
- Foundational background in economics, finance, law, or political science
- Capacity for multidisciplinary analysis of international affairs
- Aptitude for quantitative and qualitative social research methods
- Applicants must meet general university admission criteria for Master's studies
- Non-EU citizens or students requiring a visa must submit applications by the designated early deadline
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How to apply
Deadline: 2026-06-30
Candidates must submit their application online through the official USI admissions portal. Students who require an entry visa must ensure they apply by the earlier deadline of April 30, 2026.
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