Welcome to Leiden University

Welcome to Leiden University

Online education and assessments

During your studies, you can already work on your career. This can be done in various ways. We would like to show you some of the ways in which the University can help you.

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!

Study support

Bachelor, Master

An overview of current POPcorner FSW projects.

Saturday's information fair in Leiden is the ideal place to gather information about going abroad during your studies, or being an international student at Leiden University.

Some study programmes help you monitor your own academic progress by assisting you in drawing up a study plan at the end of your first year.

The Writing Lab helps students become better academic writers. Our coaches can support you at all stages of the writing process, whether you are just starting out and want help with your planning, revision and/or outlining, or whether you are already writing a text and want to improve its structure,…

You’ve graduated. What’s your next step? Leiden University offers many options for students who have just finished their Bachelor’s or Master’s degree.

The well-being of our students is of utmost importance to Leiden University. Throughout your studies you have access to a wide range of support, guidance and advisory services. These can help you with matters ranging from study-related issues, personal circumstances, your well-being, and questions of…

As part of the Leiden study system we provide first-year bachelor’s students with good support and good academic guidance. This guidance is given by tutors and mentors from your faculty or study programme.

A study association is a good way to combine study-related activities with pleasure. Every faculty has one or more study association.

Leiden University organises regular workshops and career events for students and recent alumni. These can help you to discover your qualities, develop your skills and prepare yourself for the job market.

We start the second day of the FLO event with the skills workshops. We have 2 rounds of skills workshops about several skills.

To arrange upon your return

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.

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.

Earlier this year, we proudly presented the menu of activating teaching methods. Are you using it yet? We want to encourage you to apply activating teaching methods within the courses you teach, and therefore promote active participation among students.

As a student of Leiden University, you have access to a wide range of digital and physical faculties. These include tools to aid you in your studies, spaces for learning and research, and practical facilities to help you in your daily student life. On these pages you can learn about all the facilities…

In Leiden University’s student portal you can organise your studies with ease. From enrolling for courses and exams to checking your schedule and grades.

To help ensure your studies go well, Leiden University offers guidance and advice services. You can find the most important contact information here.

Kamerlingh Onnes Building, Steenschuur 25, 2311 ES, Leiden

Leiden University supports students with a refugee background by providing guidance and encouraging contact with fellow students and staff. Find out about the services available and how you can play a role.

Throughout the university you can print, copy and scan via multi-function printers (MFPs). To use them you will need a LU-card.

Are you interested in doing legal research or in pursuing your PhD? Then the Pre-PhD Programme is for you!

A study association is a good way to combine study-related activities with pleasure. Every faculty has one or more study association.

Study support

There are a number of scholarships available for research and internships abroad.

Lipsius, Cleveringaplaats 1, 2311 BD, Leiden

LUMC Main Building, Albinusdreef 2, 2333 ZA, Leiden

Gorlaeus Building, Einsteinweg 55, 2333 CC, Leiden

Course and exam enrolment

To help ensure your studies go well, Leiden University offers guidance and advice services. You can find the most important contact information here.

Education administration offices

"A Home Away from Home"

Wijnhaven, Turfmarkt 99, 2511 DP, The Hague

Autism spectrum disorder, or ASD, is the term for a range of neurodevelopmental conditions or differences which can impact your studies at Leiden University.

Good mental health provides a strong foundation for study and work. It is important to seek help if you are not doing well. There are a range of ways in which you can work on your mental well-being. You can also turn to others for help and guidance. Take a look at the various options available.

Having a hearing disability is a health condition that can impact your learning at Leiden University.

Having a speech disability is a health condition that can impact your learning at Leiden University.

We are on hand to offer you help and advice in a range of different ways. On this page you can find out who you can turn to depending on your situation.

In a 45-minute meeting with a writing coach, you will discuss one-to-one how to improve your writing skills, usually (but not necessarily) on the basis of a text you are currently working on.

Welcome to Leiden University

Welcome to Leiden University

Welcome to Leiden University

Welcome to Leiden University

Welcome to Leiden University