As part of the Leiden study system we provide first-year bachelor’s students with good support and good academic guidance. This guidance is given by tutors and mentors from your faculty or study programme.

Changing the future, by understanding the past. Join Archaeology & Society and broaden your horizon!

Anna van Buerenplein, Anna van Buerenplein 301, 2595 DG, The Hague

As part of the Leiden study system we provide first-year bachelor’s students with good support and good academic guidance. This guidance is given by tutors and mentors from your faculty or study programme.

Kamerlingh Onnes Building, Steenschuur 25, 2311 ES, Leiden

ICT, Security

Curious about the experiences of students in Honours College Archaeology & Society? Read their testimonials here and find out what makes the programme special to them! 🏺📜

The Spread the Wor(l)d event during the Study Abroad Fair is the place where international experiences truly come alive. Not only will you discover everything about studying abroad, you’ll also get the chance to connect with the vibrant international community of Leiden University.

University Library, Witte Singel 27, 2311 BG, Leiden

Acting as a carer takes a lot of time and energy. If this causes you to fall behind in your studies or experience other difficulties, you can request support from the university.

There are a number of scholarships available for research and internships abroad.

When studying at Leiden University you may be entitled to Dutch student finance and a student travel pass from DUO. Whether you are eligible depends on several factors such as your nationality and length of stay.

Oude UB, Rapenburg 70, 2311 EZ, Leiden

FSW building, Wassenaarseweg 52, 2333 AK, Leiden

Gorlaeus Building, Einsteinweg 55, 2333 CC, Leiden

Career and apply for jobs, Study support

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

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.

Online education and assessments

IncLUsion is a student initiative that enables refugees who are not (yet) able to register on a regular study programme to follow courses at Leiden University. But studying is more than just attending classes, which is why IncLUsion also offers a buddy system. Buddies are Leiden University students…

Approval and application

Do you want to get involved in the university community whilst working on your personal development? Co-participation is the perfect way to do it.

Leiden University values participation: the participation organs are the ears and eyes of the university. They identify issues of concern among staff and students and help advise and decide on the future of our organisation. Something for you? Then stand as a candidate! This year, elections will…

Exchange: What and why?

Do you have a student residence permit and would like to work or do an internship during your studies? Find out about the regulations that apply to you.

Kamerlingh Onnes Building, Steenschuur 25, 2311 ES, Leiden

This year, there are elections for the student section of the University Council, the Faculty Councils and the Student Council of LUMC, the staff section of all Faculty Councils and all Employee Councils. What topics and positions do you find important? With your vote, you ultimately have a say in university…

The bachelor's programmes at the Faculty of Governance and Global Affairs, based in the city of international cooperation and politics – The Hague – prepare you for a future in governance, leadership, and diplomacy. In the administrative heart of the Netherlands, you will learn to tackle the challenges…

Methods of payment for students students from outside the EEA, Suriname and Switzerland

Research

In The Hague, the international city of peace, justice, and security, the Faculty of Governance and Global Affairs' bachelor's programmes offer you the opportunity to learn from experts in security and crisis response. Here, you will gain the knowledge and skills to keep people, organisations, and societies…

Career and apply for jobs

Exchange: What and why?

Are you thinking of doing an entire master’s programme at a university abroad? Find out what you need to take into consideration.

Career and apply for jobs

All students at Leiden University should have a university ID card, known as a LU-Card.

Bachelor, Master

A chronic illness is a long-term and persistent health condition that can impact your learning at Leiden University.

Do you have broad interests or a passion for a specific subject? Enrich your study period and delve into another field with a Bachelor Honours Class!

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