What and why?
Characteristics of exchange programmes
- You will apply via Leiden University and must meet certain eligibility criteria.
- There are limited spaces available, so you are not guaranteed a place on an exchange programme. Leiden University selects students on the basis of their grades and motivation.
- You will remain registered as a student of Leiden University and won’t need to pay additional tuition fees to your host university.
- If you get advance permission from your Board of Examiners, the credits you earn can be counted towards your study programme at Leiden University.
Two types of exchange
There are two types of exchange programme:
- University-wide
- Via a faculty or study programme
Characteristics of university-wide exchange
- As a rule, for students of all disciplines. Conditions may apply.
- Also open to master students, though restrictions generally apply at both Leiden University and partner universities.
- At your host university, you can generally follow courses offered by any programme or faculty.
- All destinations are outside Europe.
- The programme is organised by the international exchange coordinator for university-wide exchange, whom you can contact with any questions.
Characteristics of exchange via a faculty or study programme
- Only for students from specific study programmes or faculties.
- You may only follow courses offered by specific study programmes or faculties at your host university.
- Destinations are both within Europe (Erasmus+) and outside Europe.
- The programme is organised by the international exchange coordinator at your faculty or programme, whom you can contact with any questions.
Interested in Study Abroad? The study abroad application process for FGGA bachelor’s students starts with kick-off sessions in September of your second year if you want to study abroad during the fall semester in your third year. Keep an eye out for an invitation in early September. Topics include destinations, the application process, finances, eligibility, and requirements.
The study abroad kick-off sessions for FGGA master’s students are held in early October and early February.
At FGGA there are four application deadlines for study abroad in the following academic year:
- 7 November: exchange to a faculty partner (bachelor’s students only)
- 1 December: exchange to a university-wide partner (bachelor’s and master’s students)
- 15 February: clearing round (final chance for bachelor’s students to apply for faculty exchange spots)
- 15 February: exchange to a faculty partner (master’s students only)