Education administration offices

The academic year officially commences on 1 September and ends on 31 August. Take a look how the year is organised and on which days the university is closed.

Information on proof of tuition fee payment (BBC) for students studying at two or more Dutch institutions

Schedules

Study information

In addition to your standard study programme, there are a range of extra study activities you can choose to follow. These are intended to enrich your studies, offer extra challenge or provide international experience. They are also a great asset to your CV.

Many study programmes offer the opportunity to do an internship or research project, either as a compulsory part of the curriculum or to earn elective credits.

Exchange programmes offer an easy way to study abroad. You’ll study at a university that has an agreement with Leiden University and, in return, a student from that university will come to study here.

Co-participation bodies promote the interests of students and staff by critically observing university policy and its implementation, and by playing an advisory and co-decision making role.

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.

Here you can find information on Leiden University’s regulations, organisation and quality assurance.

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 study programme.

Autism spectrum disorder, or ASD, is the term for a range of neurodevelopmental conditions or differences which can impact your studies at Leiden University.

Dyslexia is a learning disorder which is common among students and can impact your studies at Leiden University.

AD(H)D stands for Attention Deficit(-Hyperactivity) Disorder, which is a common disorder that can impact your learning at Leiden University.

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

This page provides information about what to do if you suspect a fellow Leiden University student or staff member of violating the principles of academic integrity.

Preparations

Study support

Consequences of temporarily discontinuing your stay for your residence permit

On top of its regular study programmes and courses, Leiden University offers a variety of online courses.

During your student days there might be times when you could use a little extra support or interaction.

Curious about what the LLP looks like in practice and how students experience the programme? Read the news items below for a look behind the scenes.

Methods of payment tuition fee Leiden University

The PhD Programme of the Future

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…

Leiden University College (LUC), an institute of Leiden University in The Hague – the international city of peace, justice, and security – offers the English-taught Bachelor's degree in Liberal Arts and Sciences: Global Challenges since 2010. Inspired by the American university college model, LUC combines…

Curious about the different Master Honours Challenges and how students experience these programmes? Read the news items below to discover what the challenges have to offer!

"A Home Away from Home"

Leiden University’s regulations are drawn up by various departments, such as Legal Affairs, Human Resources, the Student & Education Affairs Expertise Centre (SEA) and the department of Health, Safety & Environment.

To help ensure your studies go well, Leiden University offers guidance and advice services. You can find the most important contact information here.

To help ensure your studies go well, Leiden University offers guidance and advice services. You can find the most important contact information here.

Bachelor

Leiden University supports students with a refugee background by providing guidance and encouraging contact with fellow students and staff. Find out about the services available and how you can play a role.

Your most important rights and obligations as a student are laid down in the Student charter. How this statute is implemented is detailed in various faculty and educational regulations, for example your study programme’s Education and Examination Regulations (OER in Dutch).

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.

Many study programmes offer the opportunity to do an internship or research project, either as a compulsory part of the curriculum or to earn elective credits.

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.

During your bachelor’s or master’s programme you must re-register as a student before the start of each academic year (1 September).

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.