Responsibility Finance Directorate supports The Executive Board in the internal administration of the University. Its role is as policy initiator, advisor and facilitator in all areas of the University’s internal administration. What does Finance Directorate do? Coordinates the planning & control…

Non-Dutch-speaking students and staff can also be elected members of participation bodies. To support these members in their role, the University offers a range of language facilities. It is important that all members of participation bodies have access to the information they need and are given enough…

You can submit an ethics review request by filling out the ethics review request form and mailing it to ethiekmaatschappijwetenschappen@FSW.leidenuniv.nl. Before submitting an ethics review request, please consult the Ethics Review Committee of the Social Sciences Ethics Procedure and Questions…

Conditions of Cancellation - HOVO, LAK, ATC Cancellation by the student Cancellations must always be submitted in writing (by email). The date on which the cancellation is received will be considered the official cancellation date. Up to 2 weeks before the start of the course: 85% of the course…

Responsibility of the department HR Administration is responsible for the processes relating to the University's personnel and salary administration, and for handling questions from managers and employees.  What does the department do? Processing all personnel mutations and carry out administrative…

The Ethics Committee promotes ethical research by providing advice on ethical issues and reviewing all new research conducted by staff in which ethical issues might occur. Are you starting a new research project? By using the checklist, you can determine whether your research needs to be presented to…

The staff of the secretariat of the Institute of Political Science provide a range of services to support the members of the Institute.

The Business Service Center houses various specialisms to support the departments within ASSC. The Business Service Center focusses on fulfilling supporting, specialist roles that contribute to efficient and effective business operations.

Any intellectual property that you may generate within employment of Leiden University of LUMC is owned by Leiden University or LUMC. Since 2010, Leiden University has issued official regulations on working for third parties which state the rules on several topics involved, like the sharing of net proceeds…

Responsibility Strategy and Academic Affairs is responsible for strategy development and policy advice relating to teaching and research. It is the duty of SAZ to inform and advise the faculties. What does Strategy and Academic Affairs do? Prepares for decision-making and applications for new degree…

In light of the duties of care mentioned in the new Netherlands Code of Conduct for Research Integrity The Faculty Board of FGGA decided to install an Ethics Committee, that will evaluate all research of FGGA researchers. Ethical review of research proposals is already common practice for research…

As the Employee Council of LLInC, we represent the interests of all LLInC staff. We monitor issues such as employee wellbeing and workload, and we review important documents such as budgets and business plans.  

Every member of staff and student needs reliable ICT facilities. As the central ICT service provider, the ICT Shared Service Centre (ISSC) provides high-quality ICT facilities to all staff and students. The 175 members of the ISSC provide support for the University’s teaching, research and  business…

The Office for International Education deals with all aspects related to international education at Leiden Law School.

The Executive Board is responsible for the efficient and effective management of the whole University.

If you have a complaint or if you experience problems at work, we hope you can find a solution in consultation with your supervisor or one of the confidential counsellors. If this is not the case or if there are other reasons preventing you from seeking help, you can also contact one of the committees…

Responsibility Archive management is responsible for archiving information connected with the policy and activities of Leiden University. This applies not only to research and education, but also to operational management. What does the department do? Since 2023, Archive management has been working…

Responsibility JZ advises and supports the Executive Board, faculties and services in any legal matters that may arise. These can range from the implementation of educational legislation to handling objections, and from preparing and conducting legal proceedings on behalf of the University to drafting…

The programme committees advise the institute and faculty councils about everything that concerns education. Furthermore, these committees actively contribute to quality assurance of the Institute’s bachelor’s and master’s programmes. Both staff and students are represented in the programme committees.…

The University Council (UR) is a democratically elected participation body in which students and staff of the University are represented. The Council is composed of eight staff members and eight student members from all faculties and supporting services. Leiden University currently has three staff…

Candidates who stand for election accept the responsibilities that come with a potential council seat. Students receive financial compensation, while staff members are granted time off from their regular duties.  The responsibilities vary depending on the council: The University Council meets every…

After the University Council, the Faculty Council is the second highest staff and student body at the University. It acts as an intermediary between the various departments of a faculty. The Faculty Council has the right to approve and advise on various matters concerning the faculty. It also represents…

The Marketing & Communications Department of the Faculty of Governance and Global Affairs (FGGA) supports the Faculty Board and Faculty Office, as well as the two centres, the Dual PhD Centre, the Centre for Professional Learning, and the three institutes of the faculty: the Institute of Security…

External relations For external partners, collaboration with Leiden Law School offers a unique opportunity to jointly develop knowledge, address societal issues and support talented future legal scholars and professionals. The faculty has a rich academic tradition, a dynamic research climate and a network…

Innovation & Business Development Tying opportunities and Leiden possibilities together by: * early involvement in researchers’ ideas and projects * supporting for strategic decisions at departmental level * supporting commercial development * managing strategic alliances * managing existing accounts…

The Future Learning Office (FLO team) supports the use of ICT systems and tools in education within this faculty. FLO is, among other things, the first point of contact for Brightspace and is responsible for the Weblectures in the lecture halls. If you have a question, don't hesitate to ask. You can…

Contributing ideas and discussing the master program, that is the job of the Master Program Committee (MOC). The Master Programme Committee is looking for new student members. Are you a Psychology master student and are you willing to improve education? Then apply now to become a part of the Committee. …

Universitair Belang represents the interests of all Leiden University employees. We see quality as a source of inspiration and motivation, especially when it comes to the mutual improvement of teaching, research and operational management. Universitair Belang is committed to achieving this through the…

The FSW Working Group Vision on Blended Education (VBE) is charged with delivering a vision on digitalisation and activating teaching between April 2022-June 2023. The vision will be drawn up on the basis of: literature review, dialogue with colleagues, survey of internal and external educational experts…

The mission of the Institute Office is to ensure optimal support for the administration, teaching, staff and students of the Institute of Psychology. The duties of the Institute Office broadly consist of: Secretaries Administration, Operations & Committees. Education & Student Affairs Research…

Generative AI (genAI) is increasingly being used at the various stages of research: from developing a research idea or grant proposal and defining the scope of a research project, to conducting research and presenting research results. These guidelines provide information on how genAI works, the possibilities,…

Overall responsibility for all LUC affairs rests with the Dean, who is appointed by the Executive Board of Leiden University at the recommendation of the Faculty Board of the Faculty of Governance and Global Affairs. The Dean chairs the College Board and Board of Admissions of LUC.