Every six years, Leiden University publishes a new strategic plan that gives direction to the choices we make in the coming years.

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Arts and leisure

Bachelor, Master

Are you in one of our honours programmes for vwo, bachelor or master? There are various ways you can get support, join a community or offer suggestions for improvements.

Board members and other key figures within student organisations can follow specially developed training courses free of charge. Your entire student board can also take part in tailor-made group training sessions.

Staying in contact with other students might not always be easy but it is very important. Find out about the different ways in which you can meet other students.

Lawyer, economist, politician and women’s rights activist Lizzy van Dorp is the 100th entry in our Top 450. Who or what is your favourite?

Leiden University was present for the second time at the second Leiden Pride on Saturday.

Students can stand as candidates during university elections via a party. On this page, the student parties present themselves.

As a student residence permit holder, you must fulfil a number of conditions to remain entitled to your permit. If you fail to do so, Leiden University is required to inform the Dutch Immigration Department (IND), in accordance with the Code of Conduct: International Students in Higher Education. It…

Our goal is to help international students feel happy and at home in the Netherlands. We aim to bring students together, create a sense of community and foster a safe and tolerant living environment.

Master, PhD

To arrange upon your return

A minor allows you to develop your knowledge beyond the boundaries of your study programme, or to specialise further in your own field of study. You can follow a minor in Leiden and also in Delft or Rotterdam.

To arrange upon your return

The Leiden University Student Platform (LUS) is a student-led ‘think-tank’. It consists of eight members: one representative from each of the seven faculties plus one chair. The LUS provides independent advice on university-wide policies that concern all topics of relevance to students. It also awards…

Take a look at the admission requirements and application procedures.

Lecture

Bachelor, Master

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic LUC can unfortunately not use its usual intensive, on campus teaching model. We know that both instructors and students are very eager to get back into the classroom, but it will not yet be possible to return to the pre-COVID19 situation, as sad as that is. Health of the…

Study support, Arts and leisure, Arts and leisure

Arts and leisure, Arts and leisure

Vice-chairman of the Executive Board Martijn Ridderbos will leave Leiden University at the end of this year.

This page provides information on what to do if you have been subjected to unacceptable behaviour.

As a university, we offer you the best education you can get. Professors, tutors and lecturers are ready to teach and guide you. But we do more than that. Of course, studying is your own responsibility, but we are happy to help if you need support. You decide what and when; online or on campus. These…

Having a speech disability is a health condition that can impact your learning at Leiden University.

Personal development, Working effectively

During your time as a student you will probably encounter a variety of challenges. Both in terms of studying and personal development, you might need a little help from time to time. Find out how you can boost your well-being and who you can turn to for support.

The university receives your personal data from the details you enter in your online application and your registration with your local Dutch municipality. You can change your preferred first name, correspondence address and emergency contact details at any time.

Good academic writing skills are essential for the successful completion of your study programme. Learn about the best ways to write and how you can motivate yourself to write well by taking a look at the tips on this page.

Would you like to broaden and deepen your horizons in an interdisciplinary community? Would you like to explore how science, society and self can be consciously and strategically aligned to solve complex and interwoven problems? If so, take a look at the admission requirements and application proced…

What can I do in the Humanities Lab Programme? Continue reading to find out the possibilities!

Research

Masterclass

Arts and leisure, Personal development, Language, Arts and leisure

Arts and leisure, Arts and leisure

Social

Het zichtbaar maken van ongeschreven verhalen van inheemse culturen en volken van de Cariben. Dat doet de tentoonstelling ‘Caribbean Ties’ in de Oude UB.

Leiden University has recently received various petitions from students and staff concerning our ties with Israeli universities. We have also held extensive discussions with the University Council in response to questions raised on the subject. We think it important that our partners and research projects…

The results of the 2024 university elections have been announced. Who will represent us on the university’s participation councils?

The Honours College track Science, Society and Self offers education that is interactive, interdisciplinary, and playful, oriented towards the personal and professional development of students. The track consists of 30 EC in addition to your regular bachelor programme.

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The FSW Honours College offers you an interactive Honours track, alongside your regular bachelor’s degree programme.