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Every six years, Leiden University publishes a new strategic plan that gives direction to the choices we make in the coming years.

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Some bachelor's programmes help you monitor your own academic progress by assisting you in drawing up a study plan at the end of your first year.

Plans & reports
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.

Development of the Faculty Strategic Plan News - 14 October 2021
The development of the Faculty Strategic Plan (FSP) did not come to a standstill over the summer. We now have a draft version of the Plan that incorporates the feedback on the strategic objectives that we obtained from various meetings and bodies before the summer. The Research Directors and a number…

Results of first online strategic plan dialogue News - 31 May 2021
One of the aims in the development of the university’s new strategic plan is to foster a dialogue between as many students, staff and external stakeholders as possible about which topics and ambitions should be included in the plan. At the beginning of May we therefore invited all our students and staff…

Meeting participants provide input for Strategic Plan News - 12 July 2021
In its Strategic Plan Leiden University sets its direction for the coming years. A new plan will be presented next year, and in the runup to this we are organising different forms of student and staff consultation within the scope of LDN FWD (‘Leiden Forward’). A series of meetings were recently held…

University concerned about minister’s plans to curb internationalisation News - 16 June 2023
Leiden University is concerned about the plans presented by Minister of Education, Culture and Science Robbert Dijkgraaf to limit English-taught courses in higher education. If these plans go forward, the university believes this could have major consequences for our international students and staff.…

Kabinetsvoorstel voor lager bindend studieadvies: geen goed plan News - 9 May 2023
De Universiteit Leiden vindt de aanpassing van het bindend studieadvies geen verstandig plan.

Leiden University positive about coalition plans, with a few concerns News - 30 January 2026
Dutch universities have responded positively to the new coalition plans. Investments in education, research and innovation will be prioritised, and the stringent cutbacks proposed by the previous cabinet will be reversed. Optimism is the order of the day in Leiden, though caution is advised.

University signs Digital Sustainability Manifesto: ‘We need a Delta Plan’ News - 18 October 2022
Digitalisation can make a huge contribution to a greener future, but it must also be as sustainable as possible. To make significant progress, more collaboration and national leadership will be needed. Leiden University has therefore signed the Digital Sustainability Manifesto, which was presented on…

Online Meeting Faculty Strategic Plan: take part and give your opinion! News - 28 May 2021
In June, we will be organising an online meeting on the Faculty Strategic Plan (FSP). The FSP sets out the Faculty’s ambitions for the years ahead and describes how we will respond to new developments while still retaining our strengths. May we ask you to give your opinion on our future?

From assignment to action plan: students take on the housing crisis in The Hague News - 11 May 2026
The Hague has positioned itself as a vibrant student city, and with its growing student population is well on its way to becoming one. But the student housing market is struggling to keep pace.

‘Having children is increasingly seen as something that can be planned and managed’ News - 12 May 2026
What are the main trends in family life today? Three stand out: young adults living with their parents for longer, people delaying parenthood and widening inequality between families. How did these trends emerge, and what are their consequences? Leiden experts explain.

Andrew Gawthorpe on BBC about Donald Trump’s plan to exclude South Africa from the G20: ‘Unlikely’ News - 12 December 2025
University Lecturer Andrew Gawthorpe commented on the BBC regarding Donald Trump’s plans to exclude South Africa from the G20.

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Time management Study skills
Good time management means making the optimum use of your time. You can achieve this by setting priorities, planning realistically and sticking to your plans.

Studying and top-level sport Study support
Combining studying with top-level sport requires dedication and careful academic planning. If you want to take on the challenge, Leiden University can offer you personal guidance and help you to maximise your talent.

International Experience Week
Thinking about going abroad during your studies, or just curious about your international opportunities? Then this week is for you. During the International Experience Week, you’ll get all the information and tips you need to shape your plans for a study abroad experience.

Internships & careers
You should start considering your future career as soon as you commence your studies at Leiden University. Learn more about career planning and where you can go for sound career advice. Find out about upcoming career workshops, where to look for job vacancies and what makes a good job application. Or…