Economics + International Relations and European Union
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Dual Degree in  Economics + International Relations and European Union

Become an expert in Economics and International Relations

The Dual Bachelor’s degree in Economics (International Business) and International Relations and the European Union offers you an interdisciplinary preparation, allowing you to obtain a complete knowledge of companies, economic activity and the international environment. 

To enhance your profile, you will study two languages, to choose among English, French or German, in addition to a one-semester international mobility program at a foreign university, which will allow you to acquire a global vision.

At the end of this Dual Bachelor’s Degree, you will be able to develop your professional career in European institutions and international organizations, consulting, trade, international development cooperation and many more.

Develop yourself in a profession of the future and become the engine of change.

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Official Name

Degree in Economía and Degree in International Relations and the European Union

Centre

School of Economics and Business

Modality

Onsite

Credits

384 ECTS

Start

September 2025

Location

School of Economics and Business

Language

Bilingual

Differential values

Why study the Dual Bachelor’s degree in Economics and International Relations?

The Dual Bachelor’s degree in Economics and International Relations at Universidad CEU San Pablo has an innovative, versatile, and practical curriculum. You will be able to acquire a scientific preparation in small groups and finish your training with an international academic experience adapted to the needs of today's professionals.

Valores Diferenciales

The Dual Bachelor’s degree in Economics and International Relations at Universidad CEU San Pablo has an innovative, versatile, and practical curriculum. You will be able to acquire a scientific preparation in small groups and finish your training with an international academic experience adapted to the needs of today's professionals.

The most important thing for CEU is its students. You will receive a leading-edge education in one of the most prestigious educational institutions in Spain. A comprehensive training model where vital importance is given to human values, and which is based on learning in small groups and in solving practical cases.

We have an exceptional faculty with extensive academic, professional and research experience. In addition, managers and executives from large companies give talks in the classroom to enrich the students' experience.

We provide you with the necessary tools to develop your professional career in an international environment: bilingual training, learning of two languages throughout the Dual Degree, a stay of at least one semester in a foreign university and the option to study an International Bilingual Program at Boston University in the United States.

At the School of Economics and Business we organize a wide range of activities, such as the Economic and Business News Program, business simulation practices, seminars and competitions held by large companies such as KPMG or Deloitte and many others.

We have the most cutting-edge laboratories for you to put into practice what you have learned. Use SPSS statistical software, SAS analytics software, Bloomberg terminals (used by traders and professional analysts of financial markets), and essential tools such as R programming, Google Analytics or Microsoft Excel.

Since 1999 we have a research center specialized in European integration and international relations of great European prestige. An Institute where you will enjoy training, activities, and projects, and which has the European Excellence Award of the Community of Madrid.

If you have a B2-C1 level of English, you can take a unique program offered by UNITAR, an autonomous institution at the United Nations (UN). The goal of this programme is to equip students with the necessary tools to face complex global challenges. This international program is held in Madrid and Geneva.

We have more than 9,000 internship agreements in companies with a worldwide presence so you can choose the field in which you want to specialize.

This Dual Degree has high employability, which translates into full employment of all surveyed graduates. The quality of the curriculum and the international drive that we offer you at Universidad CEU San Pablo are the key to work in the economic sector in the digitalised and globalised world we live in.

International Bilingual Program: get a differential professional profile

International Bilingual Programs

International Bilingual Program: get a differential professional profile

Can you imagine studying at a prestigious American university? With the International Bilingual Program you will be able to complete your studies with exclusive training in the United States. Upon completion, you will receive an official degree in Business Administration and Management, a Bilingual Program Diploma from Universidad CEU San Pablo and a certificate issued by Boston University.

Boston University (International Business Certificate)

Learn alongside the future leaders of the business world at a university with 180 years of history. The CEU-Boston Program is aimed at students from the Schools of Law, Economics and Humanities and Communication Sciences. A unique opportunity to develop a vision of business, leadership, and entrepreneurship, and enhance their development. It consists of 3 intensive modules in Madrid taught by professors from the American university and a one-semester stay at the Metropolitan College of Boston University.  

Excellence Program of the School of Business and Economics. Economics and Business

Programas de Excelencia

Excellence Program of the School of Business and Economics. Economics and Business

If you are a high-achieving student looking to enhance your skills, at CEU we have developed the Excellence Programs for you. They are based on an innovative methodology that focuses on preparation for leadership, training in digital skills, mastery of several languages and providing the professional skills most in demand in the profession. Study your degree at a different level.

  • Nicolás González

    "In the School of Economics you have many options to study dual bachelor’s degrees. The most interesting thing is the possibility of being able to do the degree you like the most in English. It's a tremendous opportunity because you go out into the market with knowledge that not many people have."

    Nicolás González

    Student of the School of Economic and Business

Facilities

The School of Economics and Business at Universidad CEU San Pablo has interactive classrooms equipped with computers and projectors, co-working areas for student work and a multitude of common spaces.

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Instalaciones Economicas - Bloomberg

Bloomberg Classroom

Instalaciones Economicas - Innova

Innova Classroom

Instalaciones Economicas - HyFlex

HyFlex Classrooms

Instalaciones Económicas - Salón Grados

Conference room

Instalaciones Económicas Cafetería

Cafeteria

Instalaciones Facultad de Economicas y Empresariales CEU

Facultad de Ciencias Económicas y Empresariales

Instalaciones Economicas - Hall

Hall

University life

An unforgettable university experience

The university years are unique and are remembered for the rest of your life. At Universidad CEU San Pablo, we value the importance of this vital stage and we want you to be the protagonist of a memorable experience. That is why we offer you a multitude of activities and services so that you can make the most of your university years. 

Campus Life

We offer you a wide range of free activities on campus and outdoors such as hiking, Ninja Warriors, latest cultural proposals, urban dances, etc. 

Clubs

Share your interests and concerns with other people in the clubs of eSports, Stock Exchange, Gastronomy, Debate, Fashion, Protocol... 

Professional Careers

A team of career advisors is available to advise you on all matters relating to your professional development. 

Support Program: University Wellbeing Service (SOU)

You have at your disposal a service of psychopedagogical counsellors who will support you in your personal development and academic performance.

Support: Buddy Program

Final year students bring their experience to make your first months at university easier.

Support: GPS Program

Receive mentoring from professors and professionals with solid personal and professional careers. In addition, you will receive master classes on the most in-demand skills in the market.  

Social engagement

It participates in development cooperation projects (national and international), social volunteering and donation campaigns to build a fairer society. 

Pastoral Guidance

Share your faith and take part in pilgrimages, spiritual exercises, celebration of the sacraments, conferences... 

Curso "Diseña TU Futuro"

Activa tu empleabilidad con el programa acelerador de empleabilidad Diseña Tu futuro. Conviértete en un experto en el mercado laboral y en el funcionamiento de las empresas.

We offer you a wide range of free activities on campus and outdoors such as hiking, Ninja Warriors, latest cultural proposals, urban dances, etc. 

Share your interests and concerns with other people in the clubs of eSports, Stock Exchange, Gastronomy, Debate, Fashion, Protocol... 

A team of career advisors is available to advise you on all matters relating to your professional development. 

You have at your disposal a service of psychopedagogical counsellors who will support you in your personal development and academic performance.

Final year students bring their experience to make your first months at university easier.

Receive mentoring from professors and professionals with solid personal and professional careers. In addition, you will receive master classes on the most in-demand skills in the market.  

It participates in development cooperation projects (national and international), social volunteering and donation campaigns to build a fairer society. 

Share your faith and take part in pilgrimages, spiritual exercises, celebration of the sacraments, conferences... 

Activa tu empleabilidad con el programa acelerador de empleabilidad Diseña Tu futuro. Conviértete en un experto en el mercado laboral y en el funcionamiento de las empresas.

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List of subjects

Subject ECTS Character Language Teaching Guide
Introduction to Microeconomics 6 Basic training EN Teaching Guide
Keys to Contemporary History 6 Basic training EN --
Law and Labour Relations 6 Basic training EN --
Theory and History of International Relations 6 Basic training EN Teaching Guide
Mathematics for Economics I 6 Compulsory EN Teaching Guide
Financial Accounting 6 Basic training EN Teaching Guide
Introduction to Macroeconomics 6 Basic training EN Teaching Guide
Public International Law 6 Basic training EN --
Statistics I 6 Basic training EN Teaching Guide
 Mathematics for Economics II 6 Compulsory EN Teaching Guide
 English I 6 Basic training EN Teaching Guide
 French I 6 Basic training FR Teaching Guide
 German I 6 Basic training DE Teaching Guide

* Students must choose two languages among the 3 offered: German, English or French. 

Subject ECTS Character Language Teaching Guide
International Economics and Markets 6 Basic training EN --
Dynamical Systems and Optimisation Theory 6 Compulsory EN Teaching Guide
EU Law and Principles 6 Compulsory ES Teaching Guide
Macroeconomics I 6 Compulsory EN Teaching Guide
Public Sector Economics 6 Compulsory EN --
Statistics II 6 Compulsory EN Teaching Guide
Econometrics 6 Compulsory EN Teaching Guide
Economic Policy I 6 Compulsory EN Teaching Guide
European and International Cooperation in Justice and Home Affairs 6 Compulsory EN Teaching Guide
Microeconomics I 6 Compulsory EN Teaching Guide
Social Model 6 Compulsory EN Teaching Guide
 English II 6 Compulsory EN Teaching Guide
 French II 6 Compulsory FR Teaching Guide
 German II 6 Compulsory DE Teaching Guide

* Students must choose two languages among the 3 offered: German, English or French. 

* Students must choose two languages among the 3 offered: German, English or French. 

Subject ECTS Character Language Teaching Guide
International Financial System 6 Optional ES --
Econometrics II 6 Optional ES Teaching Guide
International Taxation I 6 Optional ES Teaching Guide
Financial Calculus 6 Optional EN --
United Nations and other International Organisations 6 Compulsory EN --
Single European Market 6 Compulsory ES Teaching Guide
International Commerce Theory 6 Optional ES --
Financial Management 6 Optional EN Teaching Guide
International Finance 6 Optional ES Teaching Guide
International Taxation II 6 Optional ES Teaching Guide
International Macroeconomics 6 Optional EN Teaching Guide
 English III 6 Compulsory EN Teaching Guide
 French III 6 Compulsory FR Teaching Guide
 German III 6 Compulsory DE Teaching Guide

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Analysis of the International Economic Environment 6 Optional ES Teaching Guide
History of Economic Thought 6 Optional ES Teaching Guide
International Business and Commerce 6 Optional ES --
International Marketing 6 Optional ES Teaching Guide
EU Competition Law & Policy 6 Compulsory ES Teaching Guide
Protección Europea e Internacional de Derechos Fundamentales 6 Compulsory EN / ES --
International Business Management 6 Optional ES --
Prácticas Externas (Economía) 12 Prácticas Externas SPA Teaching Guide
Trabajo Fin de Grado (Economía) 6 Trabajo Fin de Grado SPA Teaching Guide
 English IV 6 Compulsory EN Teaching Guide
 French IV 6 Compulsory FR Teaching Guide
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Development Cooperation and Humanitarian Aid 6 Compulsory EN / ES Teaching Guide
International Arbitration and Dispute Resolution 6 Compulsory EN / ES Teaching Guide
Migration and Asylum 6 Compulsory EN / ES --
Private International Law 6 Compulsory EN / ES --
Protección Europea e Internacional de Derechos Fundamentales 6 Compulsory EN / ES --
Security and Defence 6 Compulsory EN / ES Teaching Guide
America Today 6 Compulsory EN / ES Teaching Guide
Asia Today 6 Compulsory EN / ES Teaching Guide
Climate Change and Environmental Protection 6 Compulsory EN / ES Teaching Guide
Europe beyond the EU. Neighbourhood 6 Compulsory EN Teaching Guide
European Citizenship, Globalisation and Public Opinion 6 Compulsory EN --
Foreign Relations of Spain and the European Union 6 Compulsory EN --
Bachelor's Degree Dissertation (International Relations) 6 Final year project ES Teaching Guide
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Obtaining your degree is the first step towards achieving the future you want. But to make your professional profile shine like no other, you can broaden your knowledge with other courses at Univesidad CEU San Pablo. 

Competences

Why study the Dual Bachelor’s degree in Economics and International Relations and the European Union?

At the end of this degree you will have a solid academic foundation that will allow you to understand Economics and International Relations. In addition, you will be able to use specialized language in various languages and you will possess the most demanded soft skills by companies.

These are some of the competences of the Dual Bachelor’s Degree in Economics and International Relations and the European Union:

Competencias Facultad de Econímicas

At the end of this degree you will have a solid academic foundation that will allow you to understand Economics and International Relations. In addition, you will be able to use specialized language in various languages and you will possess the most demanded soft skills by companies.

These are some of the competences of the Dual Bachelor’s Degree in Economics and International Relations and the European Union:

Being able to relate international events to the theories formulated by the main authors of International Relations and other social and legal sciences. Analyse international conflicts.

Ability to discuss and analyze problems and structural characteristics of an economy in a globalized world, with special attention to the Spanish economy and that of the European Union. Understand international economic relations from a structural perspective, studying aspects such as development, growth, poverty, migrations, capital flows and the dynamics of international trade.

To understand the current European Union and its role in the world from a multidisciplinary perspective (history, thought, economics, politics, law and socio/cultural).  To understand the process of European integration in order to be aware of its scope and importance in the globalization process. Understand the general theoretical foundations of European economic integration and the international economic structure.

Public International Law, History of International Relations, and Comparative Political Systems, as well as the different geographical areas and international organizations of universal or regional scope.

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Know, master, and know how to apply different tools derived from calculus and mathematical analysis in the resolution of problems of an economic-financial nature; as well as understand the mathematical aspects of economic problems and interpret with a critical sense the results generated when applying the appropriate techniques.

Understand its applicability in economic and business relations, as well as those related to international business and finance. Ability to apply basic concepts of economic theory to the analysis of economic realities in order to understand the process of economic growth including variables of an institutional, social and political nature.

In- company Internships

More than 9.000 national and international agreements

Prácticas en Empresas
In- company Internships

More than 9.000 national and international agreements

Our Career Service offers the best internship placements to our students. You can do your internship in economic institutions such as the National Institute of Statistics, in major banks such as Banco Santander, Deutsche Bank or BBVA, and in international companies such as Microsoft, Sony Pictures, PwC or Deloitte. Additionally, if you want to give your career a further boost, we also offer you the possibility of doing extracurricular internships.

Collaborate with us

At Universidad San Pablo CEU we have more than 9,000 internship agreements at national and international level.

Azvalor
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Career Opportunities

Build your path in Economics and International Relations

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Career Opportunities

Build your path in Economics and International Relations

At the end of this Dual Bachelor’s degree you will be able to develop your professional career in sectors related to economics and international relations, both in the public and private sectors. These are some of the professional opportunities that you can access after the completion of this dual degree.

Job placement

The Bachelor's Degree in Economics has a 100% job placement rate according to the latest surveys. Additionally, by complementing this training with a specialisation in International Business and the European Union, you will further increase your chances of finding the job you have always wanted. 

Admission Process

Admission Process

The admission process at our university consists of an assessment of your academic and professional profile, and an interview.

Build your future today, and do it in just 4 steps: 

1. Documentación

Application

Enter the Admissions Portal and fill in the form to start your process.

Reserva de plaza

Interview

Have an interview with a professor from your school so that we can get to know you and you can solve all your doubts about the university or the chosen degree.

Matrícula

Booking

Once you have received confirmation of your admission, pre-enroll and reserve your place with us.

Entrevista de admisión

Enrollment

Once you receive the results of the EVAU, upload the documentation and formalize your enrollment.

More information

New Student Profile

In order to study the Dual Bachelor’s degree in Economics (International Business) and International Relations and the European Union, you must have a flair for languages and an interest in developing your career in companies and institutions in the international sphere.

Scholarships and grants

We offer you scholarships and grants because we believe in your talent.

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Scholarships and grants

We offer you scholarships and grants because we believe in your talent.

We want all talented students with a desire to excel to have access to opportunities to develop and achieve the best future. That is why we have created the scholarship and aid programme that invests the most in Spain. Find out more about the grants you can access as a student at Universidad CEU San Pablo. 

Prices Academic Year 25-26

Precios

Prices Academic Year 25-26

ModeBilingual
Reservation fee*850.00 €
Enrolment Fee**1,900.00 €
Number of credits***72 ECTS
Price per credit**190.00 €
Monthly payment1,520.00 €
Prices13,680.00 €

* The reservation fee is paid once, when the student enters the university.

** The price of the credit is the same for 1st year and higher courses in the current academic year. In future academic years the price of the credit may be updated.

*** The number of credits refers to the first academic year. This number may vary in subsequent years, depending on the degree program.

INTERNATIONAL PROJECTION

Give your career a global reach with an international certificate

Proyección Internacional
INTERNATIONAL PROJECTION

Give your career a global reach with an international certificate

At Universidad CEU San Pablo, you can obtain a foreign academic certificate through three types of international programmes:

  1. International Bilingual Programs (IBP)    
  2. International Online Programs (IOP)  
  3. International Professional Programs (IPP)  

This is a unique opportunity to finish your education with an international profile that will open the doors to any job challenge you may set yourself.

Live an enriching experience on a personal and professional level!  

Mobility Programs

Give your career an international projection!

Movilidad Intenacional
Mobility Programs

Give your career an international projection!

Universidad CEU San Pablo offers you the opportunity to take one or more mobility programs to universities around the world. You can study in European universities thanks to the Erasmus+ Program or in universities outside Europe through Bilateral Exchange Agreements.   

By studying at the School of Economics and Business you can benefit from more than 130 mobility agreements to universities such as Frankfurt School of Finance & Management, Universidad de los Andes or Catholic University of America, among many others.  

International internships

International work experience, the perfect career boost

Prácticas internacionales
International internships

International work experience, the perfect career boost

Do an internship abroad with the Erasmus+ Internship Grants. This will allow you to immerse yourself linguistically and culturally, as well as having an enriching experience that will help you both professionally and personally.

Can you imagine everything you can learn with an internship outside Spain? At Universidad CEU San Pablo, we can help you achieve it.

Professor Departament Profile
As a result of Universidad CEU San Pablo's commitment to Quality, the School of Economics and Business has a living Internal Quality Assurance System (SGIC), aligned with the SISCAL Guidelines at the Centre level, which ensures the review and continuous improvement of all official Bachelor's and Master's degrees.
 
2009

First formalised IQAS at the level of Universidad San Pablo-CEU  that guarantees the quality and continuous improvement of its Bachelor's and Master's degrees.

2012

The IQAS is approved at the Centre level where the IQC of each Centre approves proposals for improvement and their follow-up.

2022

Universidad San Pablo-CEU obtains the SISCAL Madri+d model certification for all its centers and Institutional Accreditation for the centers presented.

SISCAL Madri+d Fac. Economicas

Certificación SISCAL madri+d

  • Law School
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Acreditación institucional madrid+d

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  • Facultad de Derecho
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