Who is funding African science? How are different African and international funders interacting and contributing to develop scientific research in the continent? Are there potential inadvertent synergies among research funders that can be identified? These and similar questions are at the heart of this…

The online exhibition 'Art of Captivity' corresponds with the publication of anthropologists Kevin Lewis O'Neill and Benjamin Fogarty-Art Valenzuela's book the Art ofCaptivity (University of Toronto Press 2020).

Wijnhaven, Turfmarkt 99, 2511 DP, The Hague

Arsenaal, Arsenaalstraat 1, 2311 CT, Leiden

Kamerlingh Onnes Building, Steenschuur 25, 2311 ES, Leiden

In celebration of our 450th anniversary, special anniversary merchandise is available for purchase at the University Shop.

Lipsius, Cleveringaplaats 1, 2311 BD, Leiden

FSW building, Wassenaarseweg 52, 2333 AK, Leiden

U-Multirank is an alternative approach to international ranking of higher education institutions (HEIs) worldwide. This analytical tool is user-driven and multi-dimensional by design. The current version (2016/2017) includes 1 600 HEIs. The ranking system compares the relative performance of HEIs (mostly…

At FGGA, we want our staff to feel safe in all respects. We therefore strive to create a work environment where we treat each other with respect, where we promote inclusion and where we speak up if we experience or witness unsafety.

Lipsius, Cleveringaplaats 1, 2311 BD, Leiden

Gorlaeus Building, Einsteinweg 55, 2333 CC, Leiden

Contact details and staff overview of the Leiden University Graduate School of Social and Behavioural Sciences.

Old Observatory, Sterrenwachtlaan 11, 2311 GW, Leiden

In November we went to a real, biodynamic farm (Kwekerij Eko Logisch) and listened to David, a farmer who believes you can limit harm to the environment while still growing heaps of vegetables, fruits, and herbs. On the two-hour visit, we were shown around the farm and even encountered some animals.

This programme video is presented in Dutch

This programme video is presented in Dutch

Get in touch about the MSc Democracy and Representation at Leiden University: student ambassador, study advisers, and the Student Affairs Front Office are ready to assist.

This programme video is presented in Dutch

This programme video is presented in Dutch

This programme video is presented in Dutch

This programme video is presented in Dutch

Over a billion people live in China, it has the most spoken language in the world and is a major player on the world stage. Do you want to broaden your knowledge about this fascinating and powerful country? Study the language, culture, economy and politics on a high academic level with China Studies…

This programme video is presented in Dutch

If you have a question, there are various ways to get in touch with us.

This programme video is presented in Dutch

This programme video is presented in Dutch

The Astronomy Research specialisation includes various advanced astronomy courses that you can choose from each year.

The areas around the Mediterranean Sea have a rich and fascinating past. Do you want to explore these ancient and diverse cultures of the Mediterranean World? In the Dutch-taught Bachelor's programme Ancient Near Eastern Studies at Leiden University you will study the world of Ancient Egypt, Mesopotamia…

This programme video is presented in Dutch

This programme video is presented in Dutch

The Dutch-taught master’s programme in Journalism and New Media at Leiden University provides you with strong editorial and academic skills as well as a journalistic mindset. It is an ideal programme to kickstart your career in journalism.

You have ample opportunities to assemble your own study path. The courses cover the full spectrum from theoretical early universe to observational cosmology.

Gorlaeus Building, Einsteinweg 55, 2333 CC, Leiden

LUMC Main Building, Albinusdreef 2, 2333 ZA, Leiden

The annual Leiden Institute of Physics (LION) summer school offers outstanding bachelor students the opportunity to discover the research frontiers of modern physics. The programme includes seminars by renowned physicists on variety of topics, visits to research laboratories, and a range of social a…

Oude UB, Rapenburg 70, 2311 EZ, Leiden

Kamerlingh Onnes Building, Steenschuur 25, 2311 ES, Leiden

In the master’s programme in Dutch Language, Culture and Society at Leiden University you will study the language and culture of the Netherlands from the Dutch Golden Age – the time of Rembrandt and Vondel – until today’s dynamic and muliticultural society.

Lipsius, Cleveringaplaats 1, 2311 BD, Leiden

General information

Get in touch about the MSc Political Theory: Legitimacy and Justice at Leiden University — contact study advisers, the student ambassador, or support services for programme and application questions.

Leiden University joind in the second edition of the Impact Fair. This was for anyone who wants to contribute to the world of tomorrow and is seeking inspiration.

This programme video is presented in Dutch

So you've been accepted onto an exchange or study abroad programme at Leiden University. Congratulations! Now it's time to make preparations for your stay.

Leiden Law School is located in two beautifully renovated national monuments in the historic heart of Leiden. The Law School also has teaching and research facilities at its campus in The Hague.

This programme video is presented in Dutch

This programme video is presented in Dutch

This programme video is presented in Dutch

In the master’s programme in Older Dutch literature at Leiden University you will study Dutch literature from the Middle Ages (1100-1550) until the Golden Age and Enlightenment (1550-1800). During the programme you will develop a vision on the value of the Dutch literary heritage.