Below you can find an answer to the most frequently asked questions about our programme. Is your question not in this FAQ? Please contact us for a personalised answer via: masterhas@lumc.nl.

Most employed and contract PhD candidates at the Faculty of Archaeology follow a 4-year PhD track in a full-time position.

Are you interested in the neurocognitive and biological roots of learning, behaviour and emotions in children? If so, the programme in Applied Neuroscience in Human Development might be the specialisation you are looking for.

The specialisation Educational Science focuses on the nature of educational contexts and learning processes of children and adolescents from a cognitive-psychological, social-emotional, and neuro-scientific perspective. Both general learning as well as learning in specific tasks (e.g., reading, science,…

The pre-master’s programme helps students remove deficiencies to meet the admission requirements to the master’s programmes of the Institute of Public Administration.

The link to the timetables of the lectures and exams can be found underneath the course description in our online course catalogue Prospectus. Once you’re enrolled for the courses, it will be possible to view your personal course timetable in uSis. In your personal uSis timetable, lectures are indicated…

Find out how to apply for Law and Society (MSc)  at Leiden University by following our step-by-step guide. 

The programme of the master specialisation Learning Problems and Impairments studies common learning problems such as dyslexia, hyperlexia and dyscalculia, as well as learning disabilities caused by AHDH, ADD or speech and language disorders. Much attention is also devoted to the relation between brain…

Do you like running? Then take part in the Leiden Science Run on The Leiden Science Run is a 4.44 km charity run at the Leiden Bio Science Park on 28 september 2019. In 2019 Leiden University will be 444 years old. This special birthday calls for a special celebration. That is why we have adjusted the…

After graduation you are well equipped to start a career in evolutionary research or to take the responsibility for projects in an industrial or institutional research environment.

If you are aware of the admission requirements of the bachelor’s programme Archaeology of Leiden University, it's time to check the application deadlines.

The Leiden Academic Course Center offers photography in English. During the photography course you explore the possibilities of the camera and learn the principles of the aperture, shutter speed, sharpness (depth) and basic design aspects such as lighting and composition. This knowledge is important…

Core courses are the compulsory courses that must be completed by every student.

Every semester, Leiden University reserves a number of rooms for international students via DUWO, a local housing agency. As there is limited availability, you are highly advised to apply for housing as early as possible.

Do you want to get your stay in Leiden or The Hague off to the best-possible start? If so, you cannot afford to miss Leiden University’s introduction weeks for international students. In addition to having lots of fun, you’ll make new friendships and start getting to know the University and the city…

Students are welcome to come to the Institute of Public Administration as an exchange student. Bachelor students are welcome to join our English taught courses in the first semester (Fall semester only, no Spring semester courses).

Terms and conditions of enrolment, payment and cancellation for open registration language courses organised by the Academic Language Centre.

Find out how to apply for BioTherapeutics at Leiden University by following our step-by-step guide. NOTE: This specialisation will be integrated into the new specialisation ‘’Research in Bio-Pharmaceutical Sciences’’ as of September 2025.

Find out how to apply for Bio-Pharmaceuticalr Sciences at Leiden University by following our step-by-step guide.

Find out how to apply for Research in Bio-Pharmaceutical Sciences at Leiden University by following our step-by-step guide.

Getting started with active learning & teaching can be as simple as assessing on what is already accomplished. Here are some practical courses of action to begin experimenting with active learning, whether you are a teacher or responsible for the spaces.

In the past years, the Faculty of Archaeology has started to require that researchers provide evidence of ethical review before starting some projects, for example when working with human participants or human remains. This is in line with what many academic journals have started to include in their…

Large areas of space are filled by molecular clouds that consist of gas and dust grains that are the remnants of dead stars. When these clouds start collapsing, the decreasing temperature and increasing density cause gas particles to start accreting onto dust grain surfaces.

Are you considering starting a master’s programme in Psychology at Leiden University and are you planning on pursuing a career outside of the Netherlands? If so, then before your start your studies, make sure to check if your preferred country has special requirements to work as a psychologist, in…

Are you considering starting a master’s programme in Psychology at Leiden University and are you planning on pursuing a career outside of the Netherlands? If so, then before your start your studies, make sure to check if your preferred country has special requirements to work as a psychologist, in…

Are you considering starting a master’s programme in Psychology at Leiden University and are you planning on pursuing a career outside of the Netherlands? If so, then before your start your studies, make sure to check if your preferred country has special requirements to work as a psychologist, in…

Are you considering starting a master’s programme in Psychology at Leiden University and are you planning on pursuing a career outside of the Netherlands? If so, then before your start your studies, make sure to check if your preferred country has special requirements to work as a psychologist, in…

Are you considering starting a master’s programme in Psychology at Leiden University and are you planning on pursuing a career outside of the Netherlands? If so, then before your start your studies, make sure to check if your preferred country has special requirements to work as a psychologist, in…

Do you want to get your stay in Leiden off to the best possible start? Then you cannot afford to miss OWL, Leiden University’s introduction week for international students. In addition to having lots of fun, you’ll make new friendships and start getting to know the University and the city.

When doing business in foreign countries, you will encounter different languages and cultures. How does knowledge of cultural differences help you when you're trying to start a business or close a deal in another country?

Since the start of academic year 2020-2021 LUGO started working on new goals to increase the effect of our work within Leiden University. Below, the goals for the current academic year will be explained. For now, LUGO will continue to work on the accomplishment of the goal called 'Reduction of single…

During your PhD, you make agreements with your supervisors concerning your personal development and the supervision you receive. No later than three months after the start of your appointment, these agreements should be recorded in a Training and Supervision Plan (TSP). External PhD candidates must…

The Data Management Protocol is an elaboration of the Leiden University Data Management Regulations for research that takes place within the Leiden Institute of History. It is intended for researchers who are starting a research project and / or researchers who are going to submit a proposal to external…

Prospective students are recommended to have completed a minimum of one year of university education (not necessarily in law or economics). Proficiency in English, both verbal and written, is expected.

Some of the courses are both part of the minor AI and Society and the minor Internetrecht. Completed courses only count towards one minor certificate.

Do you want to apply for this master’s programme at Leiden University? Find out how to apply for your programme by following the step-by step guide below.

It is an important decision: your choice of study. There are many bachelor's programmes to choose from at many universities. Where should you actually start? We cannot make the choice for you, but we are happy to help you with the first steps on your way to your final decision!

Do you want to apply for this master’s programme at Leiden University? Find out how to apply for your programme by following the step-by step guide below.

Do you want to apply for this master’s programme at Leiden University? Find out how to apply for your programme by following the step-by step guide below.

Do you want to apply for this master’s programme at Leiden University? Find out how to apply for your programme by following the step-by step guide below.

Do you want to apply for this master’s programme at Leiden University? Find out how to apply for your programme by following the step-by step guide below.

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