The Leiden view on honours education 

Honours education encourages students to be the best that they can be. Therefore, the honours programmes are tailored to the needs and talents of the individual participants. Moreover, they encourage students to explore new avenues of research and skill-development. Students are expected to explore outside of their comfort zones and discover their talents as well as their pitfalls.

Honours education at Leiden University is interdisciplinary and future-oriented with a particular focus on societal challenges. The Honours Academy aims to be a testing ground where lecturers are given the opportunity to develop and optimise their teaching. As such the Honours Academy aspires to further educational innovation throughout Leiden University. 

Honours programmes

Honours education at Leiden University encompasses various programmes and classes both for secondary school pupils and university students. Honours education is available to:

• Secondary school pupils (vwo 5 and 6): Pre-University College and Pre-University Classes
• Bachelor’s students: Honours College and Bachelor Honours Classes
• Master’s students: Leiden Leadership Programme, Master Honours Classes and Impact Challenges 

Become an honours lecturer 

Are you a lecturer at Leiden University? Are you interested in working with motivated honours students, experimenting with innovative educational methods, and developing your own skill set? If so, please contact the Honours Academy secretariat through 071 527 6594 or info@ha.leidenuniv.nl.