Leiden University is well known for its student associations, which provide a great way for you to get to know your fellow students. As well as parties and social events, student associations also offer excellent sporting and cultural opportunities.

Regulations for student residence permit holders who would like to work or do an internship.

After a welcome from the committee, Jop Groeneweg and Eline Monteny will be giving the FLO Days 2024 opening presentation.

Other types of complaints

Lecture

"A Home Away from Home"

Study information, Online Experience

Good mental health provides a strong foundation for study and work. It is important to seek help if you are not doing well. There are a range of ways in which you can work on your mental well-being. You can also turn to others for help and guidance. Take a look at the various options available.

Preparations for graduation are slowly getting underway. On this website, you will find more information about the event, the Graduation Gift, and the alternatives to get your diploma if you are not attending.

Study information

Study information

Study information

Study information

Throughout your studies you will make use of a large number of IT facilities. Find out about the facilities available, how to use them and what to do if you experience problems.

Study information

For thousands of years, the prehistoric communities of the Low Countries followed their own path, compared with the rest of Europe. An international research team has now published these findings in Nature.

Education, Research

The LDE Space & Society Honours Programme (15 EC) consists of two courses: a lecture series and a space challenge.

As an international student, there are a number of matters you should take care of prior to leaving the Netherlands at the end of your studies.

Personal development, Study support

Study information, Online Q&A

Arts and leisure, Arts and leisure

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.

Education administration offices

What are the costs involved in studying abroad and how can you finance your stay? Avoid unexpected expenses by researching financial matters thoroughly in advance.

Do you have money worries? Or are you struggling to pay your bills? You're not alone. Nearly half of all students find it difficult to make ends meet. Find out where you can turn for free help and advice.

Are you interested in the Humanities and do you want to expand your worldview with an Honours College track? In the Humanities Lab, you will cross academic borders, boost your skills and improve your understanding of contemporary topics.

Bachelor, Master

Approval and application

During your studies, you can already work on your career. This can be done in various ways. We would like to show you some of the ways in which the University can help you.

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

Organisation

Brightspace is the digital learning environment at Leiden University .

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.

As well as student associations, you can also join one of the independent non-profit student organisations that are active in Leiden and The Hague. Become a member and develop your skills while making new friends and contributing to social causes.

Leiden University students interested in studying abroad can contact their outgoing exchange coordinator for advice and assistance. For international exchange students visiting Leiden University, your first point of contact is your incoming exchange coordinator.

Bachelor, Master

From ancient sites to heritage rescue, from digital sciences to the evolution of human origins: at Archaeology & Society, you will learn about the many multidisciplinary aspects of archaeological research.

Welcome to your go-to resource for everything you need to know as a student preparing to go abroad or currently studying abroad at Leiden University.

Hopefully it won’t be necessary but should need to access healthcare during your studies, you can find all the necessary contact information here. Make sure you also have adequate health insurance. This is a legal requirement in the Netherlands. We also highly recommend that you take out liability i…

Bachelor, Master

Bachelor, Master