From 16 to 23 October 2025, the Faculty of Governance and Global Affairs (FGGA) will host the second edition of Cyber Week. Following last year’s success, we will once again shine a daily spotlight on our teaching and research in the field of cybersecurity through LinkedIn and Instagram. Today’s societal…

Did you know that research and education in the field of digital innovation are key pillars of the Faculty of Governance and Global Affairs? Over the next seven days, we are organising Cyberweek on our social media channels to showcase what we have to offer.

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…

Do you want to be optimally prepared for your career? On the Leiden University Career Zone you can find everything you need to start working towards your future career. You can also contact the university’s Career Services for advice on career preparations and choices during your studies.

As a student, you probably have a limited budget. Try these smart tips to make your money go further.

A part-time job can help to boost your income during your studies. If you do an internship, this can also have financial consequences. Find out more.

Want to develop your ideas and entrepreneurial skills? PLNT and Luris can help.

Grades & results

Having a hearing disability is a health condition that can impact your learning at Leiden University.

Having a speech disability is a health condition that can impact your learning at Leiden University.

Having a visual disability can impact your learning at Leiden University.

Not every person who experiences chronic challenges identifies with the term disability.

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

Autism spectrum disorder, or ASD, is the term for a range of neurodevelopmental conditions or differences which 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.

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Alumnus Robert van Asten has been an MP for D66 since 2025. He studied Tax Law at Leiden University from 1997 to 2005. After a career in that field, he switched to local politics and later national politics.

Learn more about following courses and taking exams within your study programme.

The members of the various co-participation bodies are democratically elected. This happens during university elections.

The LDE Sustainability Honours Programme (15 EC) runs from November to June and consists of two courses: the Fundamentals and a Sustainability Challenge.

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

Lecturers Zsuzsika Sjoerds and Sebo Uithol have been awarded a 100,000-euro Dutch National Education Institute (NKO) Scale-Up Grant for their ‘Family Dinner’ app. The app helps students develop critical reasoning skills by identifying fallacies and prejudices during a simulated family meal.

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.

Does the Leiden Leadership Programme appeal to you? You can find more about the selection procedure below. The applications for 2026-2027 run from 1 September till 30 September 2026.

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Studying at university can be both challenging and rewarding. Alongside your courses, you might be balancing a social life, part-time work, and personal circumstances that require your time and energy.

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Statements & proof of graduation

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What has Leiden University acheived in recent years? What is the university's financial position and which goals is it working towards? You can read this and more in the annual report, budget and strategic plan.

Your student days are about more than just attending lectures. Don’t forget your cultural development. Enrich your life by attending arts courses and cultural symposia. And make time to visit the wonderful local museums and theatres.

De-registration as a student after graduation

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

Learn how your organisation board can request funding for projects and activities.

What’s it like being a student member on the Faculty Council and why should students get involved? Casper Gilsing, a student member since September 2025, shares his experiences: ‘Making the faculty and university more democratic is really important.’

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Have you fallen behind in your studies due to association board membership, top-level sport, or circumstances beyond your control such as illness, disability, pregnancy or family issues? In some situations, you may be eligible for financial support from the university.

Leiden University has seven faculties: Archaeology, Governance & Global Affairs, Humanities, Leiden University Medical Centre, Law, Social & Behavioural Sciences and Science. It also has an interfaculty Graduate School of Teaching, diverse centralised bodies and of course a management board.