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.

Are you not sure whether you have chosen the right study programme? Are you finding it hard to decide which study programme to do next? The advisers at Leiden University’s Career Services are on hand to offer help and advice.

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Your study adviser or coordinator is an expert on all aspects of your study programme. If you have any questions or concerns about your programme, whether they be of a practical or academic nature, you can contact your study adviser.

Your study adviser or coordinator is an expert on all aspects of your study programme. If you have any questions or concerns about your programme, whether they be of a practical or academic nature, you can contact your study adviser.

As Secretary General of the Royal Dutch Football Association, Gijs de Jong travels the world. The career of this Leiden public administration graduate tells the story of a petrol station attendant who became one of the top diplomats in Dutch football.

As a student residence permit holder, you must make sufficient study progress each year.

Some study programmes have a coordinator who is specialised in assisting students with internship and research matters.

A study association is a good way to combine study-related activities with pleasure. Every faculty has one or more study association.

Find out how to register for a study programme, how to re-register each year during your studies, and how to de-register once your graduate or stop studying for other reasons.

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…

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…

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.

Welcome to Leiden University

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If you suspect that malpractice is taking place within your study programme, you are entitled to report it.

If you have a general question about studying at Leiden University the staff of the Student Affairs Front Office would be happy to help. They can provide information on a wide range of subjects.

Feeling stressed, dealing with practical or personal challenges, or just want to check in on your well-being? There are several ways to take care of yourself within the Faculty of Science.

During your student days there might be times when you could use a little extra support or interaction. Talking to other students can help, whether it’s about study-related matters or more personal topics. The university offers peer support in the form of support groups and buddy programmes.

These pages contain all the information you need concerning your study programme. Here you can find information about practical matters such as timetables, grades and exams. You can also find out who to turn to for guidance on matters such as study choices, elective credits, internships, research and…

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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.

Preparations

As a bachelor’s student at Leiden University, you will be issued with binding study advice (BSA). This means you must obtain sufficient study credits in the first year of your bachelor’s programme to be permitted to continue studying. Some programmes also have additional requirements.

Outgoing exchange coordinators can provide you with information and advice if you are interested in going abroad as part of your Leiden University study programme.

Financial support for delayed study progress via regulations on financial support for students (FOS)

How can you find an internship or research project and what arrangements do you need to make?

Welcome to Leiden University

The university finds it important that students and staff are offered a safe environment. Read here about the safety measures in place and what you should do in case of emergencies or other incidents.

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What are the costs involved in studying abroad and how can you finance your stay? Avoid unexpected expenses by researching financial matters thoroughly in advance.

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Books and study materials

Books and study materials

Welcome to your go-to resource for everything you need to know as a student preparing to go abroad or currently studying abroad at Leiden University.

To arrange before departure

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

Education administration offices

During your bachelor’s programme at Leiden University you have the option of doing a minor or earning elective credits.

You're about to graduate. That means there’s a lot to be arranged. The university expects you to take certain steps, as does your faculty and/or institute. Your faculty has various regulations and procedures in place that you need to follow carefully when arranging your graduation.

To arrange upon your return