Leiden University has selected 13 shared transferable skills that are important for all of its students, regardless of what they are studying. As a faculty, we (co‑)support lecturers and programmes in integrating these skills into the curriculum.

The Student Affairs department supports the practical and administrative organisation of education in the Faculty of Humanities. You can contact the department directly if you have any questions about course enrolments, timetabling, study advice or grade recording. The information on this page refers…

Blended learning is a well-thought-out mix of online and on-campus learning, tailored to the learning objectives, the curriculum and the student. It contributes to the student’s learning experience and the quality of teaching.

Here you will find additional information about SOLO's services and links to useful websites.

When you use a screencast, you record the changes on your computer screen, and enhance this with a voice over. You can use different supporting software & hardware, like PowerPoint or a drawing tablet. In some cases this is used in combination with a webcam recording or an animation.

Zoom is an online tool that facilitates online teaching, one-to-one chat sessions that can expand into group discussions, training sessions and webinars for internal and external audiences.

If you’re working on a PhD track and are experiencing psychological issues, you can contact one of the psychologists for PhD candidates for help with problems that have arisen during the PhD process or are directly affecting this.

Here you will find questions and answers about Vidatum.

Much of Leiden University’s income comes from the government and the tuition fee (first income stream). Each year the Executive Board distributes this income among the faculties and institutes. For the sake of transparency, the University applies the First Income Stream Allocation Model. Alongside being…

Below you will find all information on hosting digital exams, the support available, and how you can prepare to ensure a smooth assessment process.

As a teacher, there are different people and departments within the faculty that you will deal with.

If you have a question about the University website, or if you wish to post an announcement or report content-related changes, please contact the web editors of your faculty or unit.

Data management refers to creating, saving, updating, making available, archiving and long-term storage of research data. The final goal of this process is often defined in terms of the FAIR principles: 'Findable, Accessible, Interoperable and Re-usable'.

Vidatum is a project management tool that helps researchers and research support professionals with applying for, managing and reporting on externally funded research projects.

An important question being asked, both in the academic world and in society, concerns the impact of our research and education.

Leiden University offers a broad range of support for finding, writing, and applying for research funding. The first point of contact is your local grant adviser at your faculty/institute, who can guide you through the application process and answer any questions you may have. If your faculty/institute…

Team Marketing at Leiden University is the central point of contact for everything related to recruiting bachelor’s and master’s students, both nationally and internationally. Activities are carried out in a data-driven, strategic, and creative way to strengthen the University’s brand and guide prospective…

Leiden University offers a versatile range of study programmes and invests in collaboration and student support. Here you will find information on the structure of our teaching, how we promote study success, and answers to questions such as: How do I register a new study programme? What joint programmes…

The organizations below represent the interests of postdocs within and outside Leiden University.

Blended learning is a well-thought-out mix of online and on-campus learning, tailored to the learning objectives, the curriculum and the student. It contributes to the student’s learning experience and the quality of teaching.

Here you will find information on several key educational dossiers within our faculty.

The Faculty of Science believes it is important that you are stimulated, inspired and supported in your development as a teacher. In this section, you can find out more about the support and opportunities to work on your teaching skills.

Are you a teacher? And do you want to check whether papers, essays or theses have been plagiarised from others? If so, you can use Turnitin. Turnitin compares the content of papers and theses with texts submitted previously and with public Internet sources.

Do you want advice with the ICT that supports your lectures? Or do you need help using Brightspace? Your ICT & Education Coordinator is available for all your questions.

To find out more about student well-being, check out the information below.

Would you like to get in touch with someone for information or a question you can’t find on the Teachers platform? Below you’ll find an overview of the relevant parts of the organization.

With the Learning@LeidenUniversity vision, Leiden University is committed to 'The Blended University', where digital resources and support enrich education. Here you will find information on the use of educational tools, the digital learning environment, and answers to questions such as: How do I apply…

Vidatum will provide support during the pre-award phase of grant applications.

Transferable skills are skills that students develop during their studies and can use later in a variety of work contexts.

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If you’re unsure where to refer students to for well-being support, this page should help. It provides an overview of the support available at Leiden University.

Leiden University supports lecturers in designing and delivering high-quality education. Here you can find more information about the vision on teaching and learning, didactic tools and regulations, as well as answers to questions such as: How can I make my lectures interactive? Where can I find the…

The information on your profile page is generated by different underlying systems. You can (request to) change or delete it. Please note that it may take some time before the adjustments are shown.

The Expertise Centre for Teaching and Learning (ECOLe) is the go-to place for support for all faculty members at the Faculty of Humanities. We provide assistance with all questions related to didactics, professional development, and the use of digital tools in teaching.

Work pressure is still high across the entire organisation. Leiden University is not unique in this respect, as all Dutch universities are facing high levels of work pressure. In an effort to reduce work pressure, we have launched a toolkit including practical measures at central, faculty, and individual…

Leiden University aims to support its students effectively in their career orientation. Part of this takes place within the study programmes themselves, and part is supported through faculty‑level and university‑wide initiatives.

As a lecturer, you may require advice or support in recording and distributing lectures and videos. For more information, please contact your coordinator.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) can be an aspect of teaching and learning, an outcome to achieve and/or an atmosphere to create. On this page you can find out more information in terms of support and best practices.

Leiden University considers it important to help employees whose contract is coming to an end find a new job. Depending on the duration of your employment and your personal needs, we offer different kinds of support, from career advice to workshops on successful job interviews.

Plagiarism is considered fraud. There can be serious repercussions for students that commit plagiarism. The university provides tools and support to check whether students have committed plagiarism in assignments and papers.

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All students of the Faculty of Science have access to the software distribution platform Academic Software.

Students can sometimes use a bit of extra help with their studies and personal development. Here you can read about how you as a lecturer, study adviser, mentor or other student-facing staff member can support students’ well-being.

Leiden University encourages lecturers to continuously innovate and improve their teaching. Here you will find all information about support for experimental teaching and funding opportunities, as well as answers to questions such as: Which educational grants am I eligible for? How can I collaborate…

Are you looking for a grant to come to Leiden? Here you will find an overview funding opportunities available and steps to take.

The university strives to create a pleasant working environment for everyone. From terms of employment to health and development: here you will find the right information and support.

Leiden University strives to provide a safe and healthy working environment for all its employees. On this page, you'll find information about what to do in case of illness, pregnancy, functional limitations, and mental well-being, as well as the support available to you.