As a student of Leiden University you are provided with a student account (ULCN account) that allows you to access a variety of systems such as uMail, uSis, Brightspace and library catalogues, as well as the physical workstations within the university.

For international students, finding accommodation and navigating your way through the procedures involved can be challenging at times. Find out about the assistance and support available.

If you have a general question about studying at Leiden University the staff of the Student Affairs Front Office would be happy to help. They can provide information on a wide range of subjects.

Study support

If you have a general question about studying at Leiden University the staff of the Student Affairs Front Office would be happy to help. They can provide information on a wide range of subjects.

Bachelor, Master, Short Course, PhD

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

If you have a general question about studying at Leiden University the staff of the Student Affairs Front Office would be happy to help. They can provide information on a wide range of subjects.

Bachelor

Education, Organisation, Human resources

Career and apply for jobs

As a student of Leiden University you are provided with a student account (ULCN account) that allows you to access a variety of systems such as uMail, uSis, Brightspace and library catalogues, as well as the physical workstations within the university.

The Russian invasion of Ukraine has also had dramatic consequences for Ukrainian students at Leiden University. Besides their intense concern about the fate of family and friends, they also face major financial problems. This also applies to Russian students who can no longer access their bank accounts.…

What is a LU-Card for? What should you do if you lose your student card? Find out about the cards you need as a student of Leiden University.

When following a Bachelor’s programme you must re-register as a student each academic year. You must also request registration if you want to join a Master’s programmes.

Study support

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.

All students in the Netherlands are invited to take part in the National Student Survey (NSE) once a year. Via the NSE you can give your opinion on the positive aspects of your study programme, as well as what you think could or should be improved.

Study support

All students in the Netherlands are invited to take part in the National Student Survey (NSE) once a year. Via the NSE you can give your opinion on the positive aspects of your study programme, as well as what you think could or should be improved.

Meeting PC

When studying at Leiden University you may be entitled to Dutch student finance and a student travel pass from DUO. Whether you are eligible depends on several factors such as your nationality and length of stay.

When studying at Leiden University you may be entitled to Dutch student finance and a student travel pass from DUO. Whether you are eligible depends on several factors such as your nationality and length of stay.

Career and apply for jobs

Smiling faces, a mass dance and a bit of awkwardness: after two ‘corona editions’ of EL CID, the Leiden introduction week is back with a vengeance this year. A total of 3,412 first-year students from Leiden University and University of Applied Sciences Leiden, accompanied by 486 mentors, started EL…

Career and apply for jobs

Upon graduation, or if you discontinue your studies, you must terminate your student registration at Leiden University. This is also known as de-registration. Make sure to do so as quickly as possible in case you are eligible for a partial refund of tuition fees paid.

Upon graduation, or if you discontinue your studies, you must terminate your student registration at Leiden University. This is also known as de-registration. Make sure to do so as quickly as possible in case you are eligible for a partial refund of tuition fees paid.

The POPcorner The Hague works closely with a number of partner organisations.

Master

The POPcorner FGW works closely with a number of partner organisations.

The incoming students, LUC Class of 2023, will have a different start to their student life. To help them adjust to university life, Leiden University has developed a mentor-tutor - system.

Social

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.

Career Days FSW

Are you a bachelor's or master's student FSW? Then you can either make use of a buddy, or be a buddy.

International exchange coordinators can provide you with information and advice if you are interested in going abroad as part of your study programme.

Study support

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

Studying can be quite a challenge. How do you approach studying? Do you start on time and do you already use effective strategies to process information? Or would you like to improve your study skills? Maybe you benefit from some extra help!

Organisation

Student support group