Welcome to Leiden University

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

Dyslexia is a learning disorder which is common among students and can impact your studies at Leiden University.

Grades & results

The university council and faculty councils are democratically elected co-participation bodies that represent both students and staff of the university and its faculties. Co-participation also takes place at departmental level through programme committees.

Leiden University is well known for its student associations, which provide a great way for you to get to know your fellow students. As well as parties and social events, student associations also offer excellent sporting and cultural opportunities.

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

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

When deciding what to study you undoubtedly read a lot of information about your study programme. Leiden University employs various systems to provide information about programmes and courses and to facilitate communication between lecturers and students.

More European countries are introducing border controls, clashing with the ideal of free movement within Europe. Daniel Schade, Assistant Professor of EU Studies at Leiden University, analyses this development in The Washington Post.

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,…

When deciding what to study you undoubtedly read a lot of information about your study programme. Leiden University employs various systems to provide information about programmes and courses and to facilitate communication between lecturers and students.

Course and exam enrolment

As a student of Leiden University you may be eligible for financial support via a number of scholarships, funds and other rulings. Many companies and organisations also offer discounts to students.

As a student of Leiden University, you can join a number of co-participation bodies together with university staff members. Co-participation is an important democratic right that enables you to play an active role in university decision-making and advisory processes.

Arts and leisure, Arts and leisure

Do you sometimes feel lonely while writing your thesis? Do you find it difficult to get going and to get started on schedule? Joining a thesis group can help you be more motivated and structured when writing your thesis. You can share experiences with others and exchange tips on how to stay productive.…

A chronic illness is a long-term and persistent health condition that can impact your learning at Leiden University.

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

Not every person who experiences chronic challenges identifies with the term disability.

Having a visual disability can impact your learning at Leiden University.

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

Welcome to Leiden University

Welcome to Leiden University

When deciding what to study you undoubtedly read a lot of information about your study programme. Leiden University employs various systems to provide information about programmes and courses and to facilitate communication between lecturers and students.

AD(H)D stands for Attention Deficit(-Hyperactivity) Disorder, which is a common disorder that can impact your learning at Leiden University.

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

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

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

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

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

Welcome to Leiden University

Welcome to Leiden University

The Career Service of the faculty of Social and Behavioral Sciences assists students and recent graduates with study choice and career questions during their bachelor's and master's and with the transition from study to the first job.

Student wellbeing

Studying is already a lot of work, so on this page you'll find the most sought-after information for second- and third-year students. Do you feel something important is missing? Let us know via the feedback button, and we'll improve it for the next student.

Studying is already a lot of work, so on this page you'll find the most sought-after information for students in their final year. Do you feel something important is missing? Let us know via the feedback button, and we'll improve it for the next student.

The members of the various co-participation bodies are democratically elected. This happens during university elections.

Learn more about following courses and taking exams within your study programme.

You're about to graduate. That means there’s a lot to be arranged. The university expects you to take certain steps, as does your faculty and/or institute. Your faculty has various regulations and procedures in place that you need to follow carefully when arranging your graduation.

Every semester, the Writing Lab organises interactive, hands-on (and free!) workshops to help you improve your academic writing skills.

A new government, conflicts around the world and obviously a lot of science: these are the five stories about Leiden University that you enjoyed reading in 2024.

Reacting rapidly to a task, filling in a questionnaire, becoming immersed in a virtual world, having your heart rate measured, or having images made of your brain: our research is very diverse.

Master

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

As a student residence permit holder, you must fulfil a number of conditions to remain entitled to your permit. If you fail to do so, Leiden University is required to inform the Dutch Immigration Department (IND), in accordance with the Code of Conduct: International Students in Higher Education. It…