Prof. Enrico Fardella
Partner University Website
https://www.johncabot.edu/master-international-affairs/double-degree-program-jcu-orientale
Contacts
- Double Degree Academic Coordinator: Prof. Enrico Maria Fardella
- Program Director (MRI): Francesca Bellino
- Ufficio Relazioni Internazionali e Mobilità Studentesca
Program Overview
The Double Degree Program between the University of Naples L’Orientale (UNIOR) and John Cabot University (USA) allows students to obtain, over the course of two years, the Master’s Degree in Relations and Institutions of Asia and Africa (MRI) from L’Orientale and the Master of Arts in International Affairs (MAIA) from John Cabot University.
The program combines the area-studies focus of the MRI degree with the strong theoretical and methodological training in international relations offered by the MAIA program.
This is a unique opportunity in Italy: thanks to two “full tuition” scholarships offered by John Cabot University, selected students from L’Orientale can earn a European-American double degree with no additional costs beyond the tuition fees required by L’Orientale.
General information
- Type of Agreement: Double Degree
- Selection Procedure: Single competitive call
- Partner University: John Cabot University
- Duration of mobility: 2 semesters
- Mobility Period: 2° year of the Master Program
- Degrees Awarded: Laurea Magistrale + Master of Arts
Degrees Awarded
- Laurea Magistrale in Relations and Institutions of Asia and Africa from University of Naples L’Orientale
- Master of Arts in International Affairs from John Cabot University
How to Apply
When: April 2026 (exact dates will be specified in the annual call)
Procedure: Applications must be submitted exclusively online via ESSE3:
https://iuo.esse3.cineca.it/Start.do
After logging in, select: International Mobility → Mobility Calls → John Cabot Study Mobility Call and complete the application by the deadline indicated in the call.
Required Documentation
The application must include:
• Official bachelor’s degree transcript
• Curriculum Vitae
• Language certifications
• Motivation letter
Additional Information
Tuition fees: Selected students continue to pay tuition fees exclusively at UNIOR.
Scholarships: John Cabot University offers up to two “full tuition” scholarships for one academic year. Admission without funding is also possible, subject to availability.
Visa: Not required.
Insurance coverage: UNIOR provides accident and civil liability insurance coverage for the entire duration of the mobility period.
JCU Academic Calendar
https://www.johncabot.edu/master-international-affairs/calendar
UNIOR Academic Calendar
https://www.unior.it/it/avvisi/calendario-accademico-20252026