The Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences brings together high-quality research and outstanding mono- and multidisciplinary teaching.

Admission as an exchange or study abroad student is based on a number of factors.

Become an expert in migration and diversity law with a multi-disciplinary focus. As societies become increasingly diverse, this programme equips you to address the legal challenges posed by global migration, understanding the law in its political, societal, and historical context.

Check your application deadlines here. Take note: Not all programmes have the same deadlines; always check the individual programme descriptions for application deadlines.

Once you have obtained your bachelor’s degree, you will be ready for the next step: continuing your studies or entering the labour market. Completing the English Language and Culture programme will provide you with excellent preparation for both options.

Your time at Leiden is about more than just studying. Some of your best experiences will stem from being a part of our lively and diverse student community, as well as from life in the beautiful city of Leiden.

Your time at Leiden is about more than just studying. Some of your best experiences will stem from being a part of our lively and diverse student community, as well as from life in the beautiful city of Leiden.

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Leiden University offers a rich environment in which ambitious students can reach their potential.

Studying International Relations and Organisations (IRO) you are building a foundation that will benefit you in your future career, whether as part of an international organisation, or as a journalist or consultant.

The centre stimulates discussion and debate on the EU , European integration and the EU’s impact on European citizens. Special attention is given to the Netherlands, were support for EU integration seems to be in decline as evidenced by the rejection of the Constitution in Europe in 2005 and the forthcoming…

To what extent do beginning teachers use, create and claim agency at their school?

By effectively integrating word-class scientific research and excellent business education, you will become a professional astronomer with an internationally recognized MSc degree prepared for technological business challenges.

Leiden University offers students a rich environment in which to reach their potential.

Leiden University offers ambitious students the latest knowledge and the freedom to develop their own area of expertise.

LUC is located in The Hague and offers a three-year English Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor of Science in Liberal Arts and Sciences with a focus on today's Global Challenges: big challenges facing humanity living together on a finite planet.

To be eligible for Visual Ethnography at Leiden University, you must meet the following admission requirements.

The master’s specialisation Research in Physics, Quantum Matter and Optics at Leiden University offers a thorough experience on the front line of physics research with a practical training of communicative and computer skills. The programme focuses on Condensed Matter problems, such as Molecular Electronics,…

How can video on professional practices in university courses be used in a valid and useful way for assessment and feedback?

Your time at Leiden is about more than just studying. Some of your best experiences will stem from being a part of our lively and diverse student community, as well as from life in the beautiful city of Leiden.

The institute that focuses on Public Law is as broad as the field itself. The Institute of Public Law has six departments, each with its own research agenda.

We offer a unique master’s programme because it places equal importance on environmental sustainability and governance perspectives. All core courses are co-developed and co-taught by staff from two different faculties. Combined with the extensive skillset and the explicit focus on inter- and transdisciplinarity,…

To what extent was labour-induced migration important to the functioning of the towns and cities of Roman Italy?

Your time at Leiden is about more than just studying. Some of your best experiences will stem from being a part of our lively and diverse student community, as well as from life in the beautiful city of Leiden.

Our team is committed to the study of knowledge in its broadest sense, encompassing both ideas and practices in all its historical variety. We look at what people regarded as knowledge, how they created, collected, circulated and used it, also why it mattered to them, and how all this was embedded in…

Leiden University offers ambitious students a world-class environment in which to reach their potential.

We prepare you for a succesful career as legal professional in an international environment. We offer a basis for conducting further academic research.

A master's degree in Psychology at Leiden University combines theoretical knowledge with academic and professional skills, making you an attractive candidate for many employers.

Leiden University offers students a rich environment in which to reach their potential.

Find out how to apply for International and European Governance at Leiden University by following our step-by step guide.

Leiden University offers ambitious students a world-class environment in which to reach their potential.

Your time at Leiden is about more than just studying. Some of your best experiences will stem from being a part of our lively and diverse student community, as well as from life in the beautiful city of Leiden.

Leiden University enjoys an excellent worldwide reputation, built on over four centuries of outstanding teaching and research. The university is located in the historic city of Leiden, with easy access to many museums and art institutions.

Leiden University offers ambitious students a world-class environment in which to reach their full potential.

What do Political Scientists bring to the table? Which jobs do they take on after their studies? How does Leiden University help you preparing for your career? Find out here.

Your time at Leiden is about more than just studying. Some of your best experiences will stem from being a part of our lively and diverse student community, as well as from life in the beautiful city of Leiden.

As we think it is important for you to choose a programme that truly suits you, matching is a compulsory part of your application.

An important component of this master consists of extracurricular activities. Get the most out of your programme by taking part in our extracurricular activities.

The master’s programme Biology at Leiden University offers seven specialisations ranging from Cell Biology to Molecular Genetics. The programme prepares you for a career in research within or outside academia.

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The Department of Business Studies provides business scientific education for students of the Faculty of Law, as well as for students from other faculties of Leiden University.

Study of human cultures using computational approaches

Get to know us through our online and in-person events for prospective students!

Investigating epistemic and ethical practices in medical experimentation on humans in the colonial period in Southeast Asia.