Help with problems

Do you encounter problems or delays during your studies? The study advisor can help you, if necessary in consultation with the student counselor or other support services. All conversations with the study advisor are confidential and in accordance with the code of conduct of the national association of study advisors (in Dutch).

Progress and visa consequences

If any difficulties arise or if you fall behind, contact the study advisor as soon as possible. The study advisor may also take the initative to contact you if there is reason to do so. It is important to always contact someone in case of problems, if only because a delay in your study programme can have serious consequences for your visa. Click here for more information on visa and residence permits for current students.

Student services

As a student, you are encouraged to make an appointment with the study advisor at any time to talk about your personal circumstances. By the advice of the study advisor, but also at your own initiative, you can contact various student facilities, such as psychologists, deans, general study assistance, international study advisers, etc.

At the start of your Astronomy master's, you will have an intake meeting with the Astronomy study advisor. You will have to plan this meeting yourself using the online appointment system in response to the e-mail you will receive from the study advisor before the start of your Astronomy programme. The intake meeting covers the following topics:

• Master Study Plan: You will discuss the study plan that you have drafted for your Astronomy master's programme. Any adjustments to your plans can be included here, as final approval of your Study Plan by the Astronomy study advisor is required.
• First Research Project: The Astronomy study advisor may assist you in finding a supervisor for your First Research Project, matching your research interests to a Leiden Observatory staff member.

Make sure to prepare your intake meeting well as intructed here.