From exploring global issues at LUC to shaping young minds in the classroom, LUC alumna Malou den Dekker shares how her academic journey led to a career in education.

When deciding what to study you undoubtedly read a lot of information about your study programme. Leiden University employs various systems to provide information about programmes and courses and to facilitate communication between lecturers and students.

Do you want to request a change to the academic requirements set by your study programme? Perhaps you want to be exempted from a particular course, because you think you have already acquired the knowledge elsewhere. Or do you want academic credits earned at another institution to be counted towards…

Pieter de la Court, Wassenaarseweg 52, 2333 AK, Leiden

You’ve graduated. What’s your next step? Leiden University offers many options for students who have just finished their Bachelor’s or Master’s degree.

When deciding what to study you undoubtedly read a lot of information about your study programme. Leiden University employs various systems to provide information about programmes and courses and to facilitate communication between lecturers and students.

Leiden University College The Hague (LUC) offers financial support to a limited number of excellent students who may otherwise not be able to attend. Both enrolled students and future students of LUC can request financial support.

When writing a thesis or paper you must make good use of the insights you have gained during your lectures and studies so far. You should also refer to relevant literature and carry out your own research on the topic.

When deciding what to study you undoubtedly read a lot of information about your study programme. Leiden University employs various systems to provide information about programmes and courses and to facilitate communication between lecturers and students.

Kamerlingh Onnes Building, Steenschuur 25, 2311 ES, Leiden

Johan Huizinga, Doelensteeg 16, 2311 VL, Leiden

Lipsius, Cleveringaplaats 1, 2311 BD, Leiden

University Library, Witte Singel 27, 2311 BG, Leiden

As a bachelor’s student at Leiden University, you will be issued with binding study advice (BSA). This means you must obtain sufficient study credits in the first year of your bachelor’s programme to be permitted to continue studying. Some programmes also have additional requirements.

When deciding what to study you undoubtedly read a lot of information about your study programme. Leiden University employs various systems to provide information about programmes and courses and to facilitate communication between lecturers and students.

The well-being of our students is of utmost importance to Leiden University. Throughout your studies you have access to a wide range of support, guidance and advisory services. These can help you with matters ranging from study-related issues, personal circumstances, your well-being, and questions of…

When writing a thesis or paper you must make good use of the insights you have gained during your lectures and studies so far. You should also refer to relevant literature and carry out your own research on the topic.

When deciding what to study you undoubtedly read a lot of information about your study programme. Leiden University employs various systems to provide information about programmes and courses and to facilitate communication between lecturers and students.

Plexus Student Centre, Kaiserstraat 25, 2311 GN, Leiden

Plexus Student Centre, Kaiserstraat 25, 2311 GN, Leiden

As a student of Leiden University you may be eligible for financial support via a number of scholarships, funds and other rulings. Many companies and organisations also offer discounts to students.

Snellius, Niels Bohrweg 1, 2333 CA, Leiden

When writing a thesis or paper you must make good use of the insights you have gained during your lectures and studies so far. You should also refer to relevant literature and carry out your own research on the topic.

When writing a thesis or paper you must make good use of the insights you have gained during your lectures and studies so far. You should also refer to relevant literature and carry out your own research on the topic.

You should start considering your future career as soon as you commence your studies at Leiden University. Learn more about career planning and where you can go for sound career advice. Find out about upcoming career workshops, where to look for job vacancies and what makes a good job application. Or…

When writing a thesis or paper you must make good use of the insights you have gained during your lectures and studies so far. You should also refer to relevant literature and carry out your own research on the topic.

Kamerlingh Onnes Building, Steenschuur 25, 2311 ES, Leiden

Do you need help with study-related issues? Looking for advice on studying with a disability or combining your studies with other responsibilities? Leiden University’s study guidance and support services are here to help.

Lecture Hall, Einsteinweg 57, 2333 CC, Leiden

Lipsius, Cleveringaplaats 1, 2311 BD, Leiden

Van Steenis, Einsteinweg 2, 2333 CC, Leiden

Lipsius, Cleveringaplaats 1, 2311 BD, Leiden

When writing a thesis or paper you must make good use of the insights you have gained during your lectures and studies so far. You should also refer to relevant literature and carry out your own research on the topic.

P.J. Veth, Nonnensteeg 1-3, 2311 VJ, Leiden

When writing a thesis or paper you must make good use of the insights you have gained during your lectures and studies so far. You should also refer to relevant literature and carry out your own research on the topic.

Study information

Lecture, European Union Seminar

Lecture, European Union Seminar

Lecture, Histories Connected: Work-in-Progress

At a study association, you get to know fellow students and combine socialising with study-related activities. We have listed some of them for you.

All students at Leiden University should have a university ID card, known as a LU-Card.

You're about to graduate. That means there’s a lot to be arranged. The university expects you to take certain steps, as does your faculty and/or institute. Your faculty has various regulations and procedures in place that you need to follow carefully when arranging your graduation.

In addition to compulsory elements, most degree programmes also have elective credits. These are credits you can earn in a variety of ways, for example by taking elective courses, studying abroad or doing a minor.

Preparations

To arrange before departure

To arrange upon your return

When writing a thesis or paper you must make good use of the insights you have gained during your lectures and studies so far. You should also refer to relevant literature and carry out your own research on the topic.