Zoom is a video conferencing app for meetings of up to 300 people. Lecturers can give online education via Zoom. As a student, you can also make use of Zoom for online meetings.

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

Technology is spreading its tendrils into the classroom. But who is in control?

Career and apply for jobs, Study support

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Acting as a carer takes a lot of time and energy. If this causes you to fall behind in your studies or experience other difficulties, you can request support from the university.

To remain registered as a student of Leiden University you must meet all your tuition fee obligations. But how much tuition fee do you have to pay and how can you make payment?

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.

Autism spectrum disorder, or ASD, is the term for a range of neurodevelopmental conditions or differences which can impact your studies at Leiden University.

Schedules

Co-participation bodies promote the interests of students and staff by critically observing university policy and its implementation, and by playing an advisory and co-decision making role.

New student

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Making sure your studies are going well is only half the story. It is also important to enjoy yourself and meet new people. Why not join an association, club or the University Sports Centre? Or acquire new skills by becoming a member of a student board or participation body.

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…

The university receives your personal data from the details you enter in your online application and your registration with your local Dutch municipality. You can change your preferred first name, correspondence address and emergency contact details at any time.

As well as student associations, you can also join one of the independent non-profit student organisations that are active in Leiden and The Hague. Become a member and develop your skills while making new friends and contributing to social causes.

Methods of payment for students students from outside the EEA, Suriname and Switzerland

Arts and leisure

Share your ideas on social safety

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

Curious about what the LLP looks like in practice and how students experience the programme? Read the news items below for a look behind the scenes.

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…

As an international student, there are a number of matters you should take care of prior to leaving the Netherlands at the end of your studies.

Curious about the experiences of students in HC Science, Society & Self? Read their testimonials here and find out what makes this programme special to them! 🌐🔍

Debate

Curious about the courses and projects LDE Sustainability offers? Want to know how students experience their programme? Read the news items below for a look behind the scenes!

When writing a thesis or paper you must make good use of the insights you have gained during your lectures and studies so far. You should also refer to relevant literature and carry out your own research on the topic.

Many study programmes offer the opportunity to do an internship or research project, either as a compulsory part of the curriculum or to earn elective credits.

Met Microsoft Teams kun je op afstand samenwerken met je medestudenten.

When writing a thesis or paper you must make good use of the insights you have gained during your lectures and studies so far. You should also refer to relevant literature and carry out your own research on the topic.

If you are about to graduate it is important that Leiden University has your correct contact details.

Do you want to request a change to the academic requirements set by your bachelor's or master's programme? Perhaps you want to be exempted from a particular course, because you think you have already acquired the knowledge elsewhere. Or do you want academic credits earned at another institution to be…

Do you want to request a change to the academic requirements set by your bachelor's or master's programme? Perhaps you want to be exempted from a particular course, because you think you have already acquired the knowledge elsewhere. Or do you want academic credits earned at another institution to be…

Good academic writing skills are essential for the successful completion of your study programme. Learn about the best ways to write and how you can motivate yourself to write well by taking a look at the tips on this page.

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.

Are you studying whilst pregnant or combining your studies with taking care of children? You may sometimes need a little extra help and advice. Find out about the support available and who you can turn to.

Organisation

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

Safe use of IT

Throughout your studies you will make use of a large number of IT facilities. Find out about the facilities available, how to use them and what to do if you experience problems.

Studium Generale, or the general studies department, organises a range of academic activities such as lectures, symposia, film screenings and debates. These activities are intended for students, staff and the general public alike.

Leiden University Libraries (UBL) has several locations in Leiden and The Hague. As a Leiden University student, you can make use of all locations.

Curious about the experiences of students in the HC Humanities Lab? Read their testimonials here and find out what makes this programme special to them! 🌍🎭

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

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.