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Associate professor Eric Storm’s book on nationalism has been reviewed in two Spanish newspapers. Three newspaper published interviews with Storm.

During your time as a student at the Faculty of Global and Governance Affairs, you might need more than just attending your lectures and workgroups. On this website you will see an overview of all the possibilities we have within our faculty. With this we hope to show you what else the faculty has to…

Education

Why join the Honours College? Three honours students share why they chose to do something extra alongside their bachelor's degree.

During the graduation ceremony there are many different ways for both students and graduands to get involved, including student performances, class representative, Master of Ceremony and so on. Below, we have listed all the ways you can be involved and how to get in touch.

Your student or registration card is your proof of registration as a student of Leiden University.

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.

Welcome to the Student Plaza website of the Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences!

As a student of Leiden University you are provided with a student account (ULCN account) that allows you to access a variety of systems such as uMail, uSis, Brightspace and library catalogues, as well as the physical workstations within the university.

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.

Find out how honours students at Leiden University get support, join a community or offer suggestions for improvements.

Meet students who experienced an Honours Challenge first-hand! What did participation bring them?

If you have a general question about studying at Leiden University the staff of the Student Affairs Front Office would be happy to help. They can provide information on a wide range of subjects.

Study support

Studying is already a lot of work, so on this page you'll find the most sought-after information for students in their final year. Do you feel something important is missing? Let us know via the feedback button, and we'll improve it for the next student.

Are you on the board of a student organisation? Find out how to request financial support, the ways your organisation can contribute to student well-being, dignity and respect, the facilities available at the university, and the agreements you need to keep in mind.

If you have a general question about studying at Leiden University the staff of the Student Affairs Front Office would be happy to help. They can provide information on a wide range of subjects.

Studying is already a lot of work, so on this page you'll find the most sought-after information for first-year students. Do you feel something important is missing? Let us know via the feedback button, and we'll improve it for the next student.

Studying is already a lot of work, so on this page you'll find the most sought-after information for master's students. Do you feel something important is missing? Let us know via the feedback button, and we'll improve it for the next student.

Bachelor, Master, Short Course, PhD

Find out how to register for a study programme, how to re-register each year during your studies, and how to de-register once your graduate or stop studying for other reasons.

If you have a general question about studying at Leiden University the staff of the Student Affairs Front Office would be happy to help. They can provide information on a wide range of subjects.

On 10 June, students and staff from all the Dutch universities will go on strike against the government’s proposed budget cuts. The day after the strike, on 11 June, the House of Representatives will debate the Spring Budget Memorandum, which includes the proposed cuts. The university supports this…

As a student of Leiden University you are provided with a student account (ULCN account) that allows you to access a variety of systems such as uMail, uSis, Brightspace and library catalogues, as well as the physical workstations within the university.

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.

The Leiden University Student Platform (LUS) is a student-led ‘think-tank’. It consists of eight members: one representative from each of the seven faculties plus one chair.

As a student, you may be eligible for Dutch student finance if you are a Dutch national or meet other specific criteria. You might also be eligible for rent or healthcare benefits. Planning on studying abroad? In some cases you can also request financial support.

Alumni event

Your LU-card is your university ID card and your student card is your proof of student registration. Find out about the cards you need as a student of Leiden University.

Community, engagement, and well-being.

Why are the majority of our national holidays based around Christian festivities? Arabist Maurits Berger talks about this in an article on Ruetir.

Your student registration will expire automatically at the end of the academic year. However, if you end your study programme earlier, you must cancel your student registration.

Bachelor, Master

Organisation

As a student, you will need to take a number of costs into account. Find out here what you need to consider.

Looking for the most relevant information for international exchange students at Leiden University. Take a look at the topics below.

As a board member or key figure within a student organisation, you can follow free training courses developed specifically for you. It is also possible for your whole board to follow a training course together as a team.

Organisation

Meet & greet

Meet & greet

Your student registration will expire automatically at the end of the academic year. However, if you end your study programme earlier, you must cancel your student registration.

Is it a prehistoric mammoth tooth or just an ordinary pebble? It was National Finds Day at the Dutch National Museum of Antiquities on Saturday 17 June, and Leiden University was one of the collaborating partners.