Study abroad: where and when?

Instead of going on exchange, you could choose to study abroad independently. This is an option if you want to go to a destination that doesn’t have an exchange agreement with Leiden University, or if you missed out on an exchange place.

Instead of going on exchange, you could choose to study abroad independently. This is an option if you want to go to a destination that doesn’t have an exchange agreement with Leiden University, or if you missed out on an exchange place.

To arrange before departure

Information for new students at Leiden University.

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

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

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

An internship or research project abroad is not only a fun and educational experience, it's also a great asset to your CV. As job markets are becoming increasingly international, employers tend to view international experience as a big advantage. Read more about how to arrange an internship or project…

To arrange upon your return

To arrange upon your return

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

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The Leiden Leadership Programme (LLP) is geared towards motivated master's students who wish to develop their leadership skills.

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.

Preparations

If you are looking for more challenge during your studies, you could broaden your knowledge by attending lectures and other activities. Events of this type are organised at university, faculty and study programme level.

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

To arrange before departure

Study abroad: when?

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Study abroad: when?

Most Bachelor’s programmes at Leiden University have a major-minor structure, with 15 to 30 study credits (EC) reserved for elective credits. One way to earn elective credits is by doing a minor.

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

Exchange programmes offer an easy way to study abroad. You’ll study at a university that has an agreement with Leiden University and, in return, a student from that university will come to study here.

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.

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.

Do you want to request a change to the academic requirements set by your study 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 counted towards…

Since the beginning of September, urban criminologist Marianne Franken has been the linchpin of a special partnership between Leiden University, the municipality of Leiden and the police. As a PhD candidate she will spend four years conducting research into how safe the people of Leiden feel.

Dr. Andrew Littlejohn has been awarded a Hunt Postdoctoral Fellowship by the Wenner-Gren Foundation for Anthropological Research. The fellowship provides funds for early-career scholars to write and publish significant monographs that will impact the development of anthropology.

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Hopefully it won’t be necessary, but if you should need medical assistance whilst living and studying in Leiden or The Hague you can find the necessary contact information here. The emergency telephone number in the Netherlands (ambulance, police, fire service) is 112. If you need to contact the…

To arrange upon your return

The role of the Board of Examiners is to ensure that study programmes adhere to their Course and Examination Regulations. The Board of Examiners oversees all tests and examinations within the institute and determines whether students have acquired the knowledge and skills required for the awarding of…

Master

The graduation ceremony of the Bachelor Security Studies will take place on 27 August 2020 at the Wijnhaven building, The Hague. Please find more information below.

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The role of the Board of Examiners is to ensure that study programmes adhere to their Course and Examination Regulations. The Board of Examiners oversees all tests and examinations within the institute and determines whether students have acquired the knowledge and skills required for the awarding of…

Master

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Find out what to do in the event of an emergency or incident during your studies.

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