As a student of the Master's in Comparative Criminal Justice you develop academic, theoretical and research insight in all aspects of crime control. Student actively work on current, concrete problems and are challenged to independently find solutions. Students not only learn about the organization…

A PhD track consists of original scientific research under the supervision of a professor, which takes on average 4 years.

LION offers a PhD program in which candidates carry out independent research on a specific topic, culminating in a PhD thesis.

The PML specialisation prepares you with knowledge and understanding of the key concepts and theories of management, leadership, decision-making and policy implementation in national and international government organizations.

The EG track is built on the foundation of MPA courses in which you gain understanding of the complexities of public institutions and acquire advanced academic skills. Specialisation courses focus on the welfare state, markets and competition, and political economy.

The Co-Align Conference 2023 will be held on 16 May 2023 at Leiden University.

Leiden University Centre for Linguistics (LUCL) has a longstanding tradition in research in the world’s languages and features unique linguistic expertise. At LUCL, we help develop interdisciplinary approaches to linguistic phenomena by facilitating the interaction between data-driven and theory-driven…

The core curriculum equips students with the conceptual approaches and qualitative empirical research methods necessary to analyze law in context. Specialized electives enable students to dive deeper and focus on particular areas of legal practice—from legal mobilization to regulation and compliance…

From 1 September, the Leiden University Medical Center (LUMC) will be offering a fully funded regular Master’s programme in Vitality and Ageing.

Leiden University has launched a unique new interdisciplinary study programme: Urban Studies. Studying Urban Studies, students will research present-day and future urban issues. It’s the first Leiden University programme that’s a collaborative effort of five different faculties.

The pre-master’s programme helps students remove deficiencies to meet the admission requirements to the master’s programmes of the Institute of Public Administration.

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The programme works to shed light on transnational, international and comparative aspects of law. We will focus on theory and the practical application.

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Within the Linguistics specialisation, you can choose one of the suggested thematic routes. Depending on the theme of your choice, the programme prepares you for a career in various fields, such as speech technology, artificial intelligence, education, language documentation and language policy.

Accumulation of metals in economy and environment and its associated risks, within the Netherlands and the EU.

The programme of the Advanced Master Air and Space Law is a combination of public air law, private air law & space law, in international & European perspective

Are you about to move to Leiden or The Hague to study at one of Leiden University’s master programmes? It is not unusual to be a bit anxious. We want to help! The Humanities Buddy Programme has been set up to help you along the way.

The master’s specialisation Theoretical Physics consists of 120 European Credit Transfer System (EC) points and includes electives (60 EC) and two research programmes (30 EC each).

The specialisation combines one year of Computer Science research (60 – 80 EC) with one year of science communication courses, internships and research (40-60 EC).

The research master’s Archaeology is a two-year programme designed for talented students pursuing an academic career in archaeology.

The BPS and Education specialisation consists of 120 European Credit Transfer System (EC) points and consists of a BPS component (60 EC) and an education component (60 EC).

The programme provides you with the knowledge and skills to navigate the areas of public international law that affect peace, justice and development.

Learn the newest insights from established scholars.

The Pre-master’s programme is a programme designed to help students achieve the requirements by removing deficiencies for admission in the Master’s programmes offered by the Institute of Public Administration.

ICLON provides several programmes for second and first degree teaching qualifications.

Interested in the programme overview of European and International Human Rights Law? Please take a look at this page. The programme information is listed.

The two-year Artificial Intelligence programme (120 EC) includes mandatory core courses and electives, as well as a Master's Thesis Research Project.

The Regular LL.M. (Public International Law specialization) is taught by lecturers who possess expertise in a wide range of aspects of public international law, including international criminal law, international humanitarian law, international human rights law, the law on peace and security, international…

The two-year Data Science: Computer Science programme consists of 120 European Credit Transfer System (EC) points and includes courses and electives as well as a Master's Thesis Research Project.

The two-year Bioinformatics programme (120 EC) includes mandatory core courses and electives, as well as a Master's Thesis Research Project.

The two-year Foundations of Computing programme (120 EC) includes mandatory core courses and electives, as well as a Master's Thesis Research Project.

Did you know that after succesful completion of the minor American Studies, you can apply for the master’s programme North American Studies? Find out more below.

The specialisation consists of 120 European Credit Transfer System (EC) points and includes mandatory courses and electives (60 EC) and two research projects (60 EC).

The specialisation in Modern Languages explores the structure, acquisition, history and use of five languages.

The Leiden Leadership Programme (LLP) of Leiden University gives master's students knowledge, insights and skills to increase their social impact.

The specialisation consists of 120 European Credit Transfer System (EC) points and includes mandatory courses and electives (60 EC) and two research projects (60 EC).

Advanced Master study programmes at Leiden Law School. Intensive one year education programmes that provides many opportunities for our talented students.

The specialisation combines one year of Mathematics research (60 - 80 EC) with one year of science communication courses, internships and research (40-60 EC).

The Mathematics and Education specialisation consists of 120 European Credit Transfer System points (EC) and consists of a Mathematics component (60 EC) and an Education component (60 EC).

MT3 is a globally unique programme led by professors and reference authors that cover the most up-to-date knowledge possible in the area of Transfusion Medicine and Cellular and Tissue Therapy. It provides access to high quality knowledge and skills via a completely online system.

The master’s in Philosophy is a one-year, English-taught programme. The programme offers five specialisations:

The Data Science Research Programme aims to advance the state of the art in Data Science research and to accelerate the use of Data Science methods at all faculties of Leiden University.

The Computer Science and Education specialisation consists of 120 European Credit Transfer System (EC) points and consists of a computer science component (60 EC) and an education component (60 EC).

The Physics and Education specialisation consists of 120 European Credit Transfer System (EC) points and consists of a Physics component (60 EC) and an Education component (60 EC).

The MSc programme Computer Science offers five specialisations corresponding to the research focus areas within the Leiden Institute of Advanced Computer Science. If you would like to become a qualified teacher in Computer Science or combine our studies with science communication, you can choose one…

The master’s programme offers two research-oriented specialisations where you can focus on Algebra, Geometry and Number Theory or Applied Mathematics. You can also combine Mathematics with education, management or science communication.

The Law & Finance programme of Leiden University looks at financial law from multiple perspectives to illustrate the links between law, economics and ethics.