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…

Approval and application

Are you thinking of doing an entire master’s programme at a university abroad? Find out what you need to take into consideration.

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.

Books and study materials

Oude UB, Rapenburg 70, 2311 EZ, Leiden

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

Lipsius, Cleveringaplaats 1, 2311 BD, Leiden

Kamerlingh Onnes Building, Steenschuur 25, 2311 ES, Leiden

At Leiden University’s LAK (Leiden Academic Art Centre) students can take creative courses at affordable rates and rent studios and workshops.

Gorlaeus Building, Einsteinweg 55, 2333 CC, Leiden

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.

There are a number of scholarships available for research and internships abroad.

Lipsius, Cleveringaplaats 1, 2311 BD, Leiden

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.

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.

Van Steenis, Einsteinweg 2, 2333 CC, Leiden

The Learning@LeidenUniversity vision on teaching and learning is about what we want our future graduates to be and what that means for our curricula and our learning environment.

At a study association, you get to know fellow students and combine socialising with study-related activities. We have listed some of them for you.

FSW building, Wassenaarseweg 52, 2333 AK, Leiden

When deciding what to study you undoubtedly read a lot of information about your study programme. Leiden University employs various systems to provide information about programmes and courses and to facilitate communication between lecturers and students.

Plexus Student Centre, Kaiserstraat 25, 2311 GN, Leiden

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.

Oude UB, Rapenburg 70, 2311 EZ, Leiden

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.

Old Observatory, Sterrenwachtlaan 11, 2311 GW, Leiden

LUMC Main Building, Albinusdreef 2, 2333 ZA, Leiden

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.

Leiden University’s regulations are drawn up by various departments, such as Legal Affairs, Human Resources, the Student & Education Affairs Expertise Centre (SEA) and the department of Health, Safety & Environment.

FSW building, Wassenaarseweg 52, 2333 AK, Leiden

P.J. Veth, Nonnensteeg 1-3, 2311 VJ, Leiden

Find out how to register for the International Experience Week

Leiden University, Delft University of Technology and the Erasmus University Rotterdam have worked together for many years on numerous aspects of teaching, research and valorisation. In 2012 this collaboration was formalised in the Leiden-Delft-Erasmus Universities strategic alliance.

Plexus Student Centre, Kaiserstraat 25, 2311 GN, Leiden

During your studies you'll acquire a good theoretical basis. But what about practical experience? By doing an internship you can gain a clearer picture of a particular position or sector. For some study programmes an internship is a compulsory part of the curriculum.

Arsenaal, Arsenaalstraat 1, 2311 CT, Leiden

Kamerlingh Onnes Building, Steenschuur 25, 2311 ES, Leiden

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

Festival, Graduation Ceremony

Festival, Graduation Ceremony

Lipsius, Cleveringaplaats 1, 2311 BD, Leiden

Having a good grip on your financial situation is also important for your personal well-being.

Leiden University supports students with a refugee background by providing guidance and encouraging contact with fellow students and staff. Find out about the services available and how you can play a role.

In Leiden University’s student portal you can organise your studies with ease. From enrolling for courses and exams to checking your schedule and grades.

Lipsius, Cleveringaplaats 1, 2311 BD, Leiden

As a student of Leiden University, you have access to a wide range of digital and physical faculties. These include tools to aid you in your studies, spaces for learning and research, and practical facilities to help you in your daily student life. On these pages you can learn about all the facilities…

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.

Kamerlingh Onnes Building, Steenschuur 25, 2311 ES, Leiden

Van Steenis, Einsteinweg 2, 2333 CC, Leiden