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.
Exchange places still available: apply for second round by 15 May!
Would you like to do an exchange semester abroad in spring 2025 via Leiden Law School? You still can!
Until 15 May 2024 at 23:59 you can apply for the second selection round. Select max 5 destinations from this list of remaining places. There are only places available for the 2nd semester (spring) of the academic year 2024/25.
Note that we have an exciting new destination on the list. Leiden Law School just signed an exchange agreement with Cornell Law School, Ithaca, New York, USA. For this and some other destinations additional criteria apply. You can find these in the final section of the list of remaining places, and also in the uSis world map.
For further details on each destination, see the uSis world map and previous students' study abroad reports.
How to apply:
- Make sure you meet all requirements.
- Submit your application according to the instructions on this page (select the Law tab). Don’t forget to upload your CV, a budget plan and proof of language skills.
- Make sure to only select destinations from the list of remaining places!
Grab your chance and apply! There are still many beautiful, exciting and interesting destinations available.
Why study abroad?
As a law or criminology student, it’s a good idea to study abroad for a half year (or more). You’ll get to know a different legal system and, after all, crime is an international phenomenon. On top of that, you’ll improve your language skills and gain intercultural experience.
Studying abroad is not only good for your personal development, it's also interesting and fun. In many cases, the credits you earn abroad can also be counted towards your Leiden Law School study programme.
Exchange programmes
| Faculty exchange | University-wide exchange | |
|---|---|---|
| Where | Within and outside Europe | Outside Europa |
| For who? | Leiden Law School students | All Leiden University students |
| Contact person | Leiden Law School Office for International Education | University-wide international exchange coordinators |
| Institutions | Faculty partner institutions | University partner institutions |
| Deadline | 15 January | 1 December |
