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.

Books and study materials

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

Bachelor, Master

The Writing Lab is for students of the Faculty of Humanities in Leiden and The Hague.

Are you looking for the best way to study? Then take 1 or more free online workshops from the ePOPcorner on Brightspace. The ePOPcorner study skills workshops are fully online, self-paced and freely available to all Leiden University students. The workshops are developed by enthusiastic and experienced…

Course and exam enrolment

Books and study materials

Books and study materials

Statements & proof of graduation

Books and study materials

In addition to compulsory elements, most degree programmes also have elective credits. These are credits you can earn in a variety of ways, for example by taking elective courses, studying abroad or doing a minor.

Books and study materials

Education administration offices

Do you have money worries? Or are you struggling to pay your bills? You're not alone. Nearly half of all students find it difficult to make ends meet. Find out where you can turn for free help and advice.

Help! The thesis deadline is fast approaching… To help you give your thesis that final push, the Writing Lab organizes the Thesis Boost Day on 21 May!

Welcome to Leiden University

Bachelor

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

Each academic year, POPcorner offers a wide range of workshops, courses and other support activities.

On this page, you can find information about the structure of the Honours College and how to combine the programme with other activities.

Once you complete your Bachelor’s or Master’s degree you will be awarded your diploma during a celebratory graduation ceremony. Some study programmes also have ceremonies for the awarding of first-year (propedeuse) diplomas or other important achievements. The awarding of your diploma is always arranged…

De-registration as a student after graduation

Discover what a Bachelor Honours Class looks like behind the scenes!

Study abroad: where and when?

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.

The Career Service of the Faculty of Social and Beavioural Sciences guides students and recent graduates with the transition from study to first job and with study choice and career questions in the Bachelor's and Master's programmes.

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.

Study abroad: where and when?

Throughout the university you can print, copy and scan via multi-function printers (MFPs). To use them you will need a LU-card.

Grades & results

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…

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.

Need help? Please contact one of our coaches or drop in during our walk-in consultation hours.

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.

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.

Exchange: What and why?

Education administration offices

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

Every month, new research studies start in which you can participate. Would you like to be kept informed? Then register in our database.

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.

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.

The Personal Development Centre focuses on your development as a person throughout your study.

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.

Once you complete your Bachelor’s or Master’s degree you will be awarded your diploma during a celebratory graduation ceremony. Some study programmes also have ceremonies for the awarding of first-year (propedeuse) diplomas or other important achievements. The awarding of your diploma is always arranged…

Once you complete your Bachelor’s or Master’s degree you will be awarded your diploma during a celebratory graduation ceremony. Some study programmes also have ceremonies for the awarding of first-year (propedeuse) diplomas or other important achievements. The awarding of your diploma is always arranged…

Preparations for graduation are slowly getting underway. On this website, you will find more information about the event, the Graduation Gift, and the alternatives to get your diploma if you are not attending.

A special online session in Dutch for parents and caregivers of Leiden University students who would like to go on exchange

This page provides information on what to do if you have been subjected to unacceptable behaviour.