Open Bachelor's
DURATION
3 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Request application deadline
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2025
TUITION FEES
EUR 27,300 / per year *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* The annual tuition fee ranges from 16,000 EUR to 27,300 EUR, depending on your nationality and the intensity of the program.
Introduction
Modelled on the US Liberal Arts system, the Open Bachelor’s offers a wide spectrum of courses in political science, international relations, economics, management, data science & AI, innovation, psychology and leadership.
This unique curriculum is multidisciplinary and customisable, allowing students to better apprehend global challenges and opportunities, and understand the dynamics of change. Our approach emphasises a balance of theory, application, and hands-on practice, with a strong focus on project-based learning and teamwork.
In their first year, students explore a broad range of subjects from various fields. By the second and third years, they have the option to specialise in one major, or choose a combination of a major and a minor, or even pursue two majors for a Double Bachelor’s degree. This flexible structure not only prepares students for selective interdisciplinary master’s programmes but also masters’ programmes in their chosen major.
Why study at Forward College?
- Multicultural Experience: Students immerse themselves in diverse cultures by spending each academic year in a different European capital—Lisbon in year 1, Paris, in year 2 and Berlin in year 3 —within a vibrant community of over 33 nationalities.
- Student Success: Our students achieve outstanding results in exams from prestigious institutions such as LSE and King’s College London. Notably, 60% of our graduates pursue further studies, with 40% gaining admission to top EU universities.
- Personalised Learning: With an average class size of 15, students receive individual attention through one-on-one tutoring and regular assessments, fostering a supportive and tailored educational environment. Our distinguished faculty includes members affiliated with renowned institutions like MIT, King’s College London, and the University of St Andrews.
- Leadership Development: Our curriculum blends rigorous academic programmes with practical skills development and hands-on projects, equipping students to tackle real-world challenges.
Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
Forward College offers a number of scholarships and 0% interest loans to students for whom accessing higher education would not be possible without financial support.
Curriculum
Year 1: Exploration Year
- Data Science and AI
- Management & Innovation
- Economics
- Politics & International relations
- Psychology
- Leadership
Year 2 & 3: Specialisation
At the end of Year 1, students select their major(s) or major/minor in which they will specialise in years 2 and 3. To validate their major, students must have validated at least 20 ECTS in Year 1 (4 courses out of a total of 10 courses per year).
- Available majors are: Data Science & AI | Management & Innovation | Economics | Politics & International Relations
- Available minors are: Management | Innovation | Economics | Politics | International Relations | Psychology | Leadership